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'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
Cartridge systems were such a pain in the 50's and 60's cars that they made conversion to spin on units and now they are doing this once again??
So I wanted to ask everyone their opinions or thoughts on the reliability of Audi's and the maintenance costs of them. I am looking to buy a used Audi, undecided on make, produced from 2000-2005. I have heard a lot of negative things about Audi's reliability and their extremely high maintenance costs. I really just do love the look of Audi's and so I am still exploring purchasing one. However, I was wondering if members of the forum had opinions if certain models from 2000-2005 were considered more reliable and had lower maintenance costs. Any and all opinions would be much appreciated.
Cheers,
Chris
As for reliability, this is very much tied to the car's past history, the car's mileage, and the competence of the shop that has previously serviced the car.
Obviously, you need to stay away from Audis with high mileage (over 100K) and/or with oil stickers on it from chain stores, or with cars that have zero service records.
Buying from an original owner who has all the service records would be best.
Also, be sure to run a CARFAX on the car and get a pre-purchase inspection before you buy.
You should plan on spending $100/150 per month on average for maintenance and normal repairs (expendable items), less gas and insurance, and presuming no major component fails.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
Thanks,
Chris
the S4 advice is about the same an A4--low miles, good service records, and put away $1K or so for emergencies.
Coming in late here...but...
The store where I worked will NOT retail ANY used Audi no matter how nice it is. They got burned so many times and had so many unhappy customers. Aftermarket warranties are available but they are EXTREMLY expensive to buy. That alone should speak volumes!
Of course, on used Land Rovers they won't sell warranties for ANY price! They used to and even after jacking their prices through the roof, they STILL got burned!