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09-23-2009, 06:32 PM
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| planning on getting an audi a4
as the title states, im planning on getting one (brand new of course). can any a4 owners tell me whats good and whats bad about the a4, so i know what to do when the time comes? thank you.
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09-23-2009, 06:38 PM
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are you leasing or fiancing?
depends how many years u are keeping the car, if not planning to drive for more than 5 years, leasing is probably ur best bet. Without worrying too much about maintenance since european cars parts and labor are higher than others.
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09-23-2009, 06:41 PM
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most likely financing, but im most likely going to keep it at 10 years at most.
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09-23-2009, 06:45 PM
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Originally Posted by jivan6  most likely financing, but im most likely going to keep it at 10 years at most. | imo if you can afford to buy a brand new a4 whether through leasing or not, you shouldn't have/want to keep it for more than 5 years.
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09-23-2009, 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by cakeTech imo if you can afford to buy a brand new a4 whether through leasing or not, you shouldn't have/want to keep it for more than 5 years. | alright, but can you tell me why i shouldn't have/want to keep it for more than 5 years?
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09-23-2009, 07:16 PM
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well audis are known for their electric problems
the 2000 till about 2006 ones i have seen , arent the most reliable vehicle.
so maybe dont set ur goal too high and aim to drive for 10 years for sure. Perhaps look at a shorter term than decide if u ran into any trouble during these period of time. say 3-5 years
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09-23-2009, 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by cakeTech imo if you can afford to buy a brand new a4 whether through leasing or not, you shouldn't have/want to keep it for more than 5 years. | +1
BTW Which model are you looking at the basic or the loaded one? The 2.0T is a great powertrain IMO and so is quattro, these are great cars and reliability should be pretty good, since it is more of an improvement over the previous gen rather than a complete overhaul and redesign. Don't quote me on that though LOL
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09-23-2009, 09:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ilvtofu +1
BTW Which model are you looking at the basic or the loaded one? The 2.0T is a great powertrain IMO and so is quattro, these are great cars and reliability should be pretty good, since it is more of an improvement over the previous gen rather than a complete overhaul and redesign. Don't quote me on that though LOL | quoted
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09-23-2009, 09:30 PM
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Originally Posted by ilvtofu +1
BTW Which model are you looking at the basic or the loaded one? The 2.0T is a great powertrain IMO and so is quattro, these are great cars and reliability should be pretty good, since it is more of an improvement over the previous gen rather than a complete overhaul and redesign. Don't quote me on that though LOL | agreed.
the interiors are very nice as well
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09-23-2009, 09:35 PM
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The 2.0T model has decent performance, and nice interior. But I'd go with the S-line quattro full package if you can afford it. That would be a sick car.
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09-23-2009, 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by 1exotic The 2.0T model has decent performance, and nice interior. But I'd go with the S-line quattro full package if you can afford it. That would be a sick car. | At that price pay that little extra to get an S4 LOL
you're looking at ~47000 for an S-line in manual
S4 wouldn't be a premium model but hey, it's still an S4 and will be worth more when it comes to resale, dont know how reliable the supercharged 6 is as opposed to the proven 2.0T
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09-23-2009, 09:49 PM
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Go to Audiworld, Fourtitude or whoretex, heck even Vancouver Euros.. rs is useless in this regard
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09-23-2009, 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ilvtofu +1
BTW Which model are you looking at the basic or the loaded one? The 2.0T is a great powertrain IMO and so is quattro, these are great cars and reliability should be pretty good, since it is more of an improvement over the previous gen rather than a complete overhaul and redesign. Don't quote me on that though LOL | it is a complete redesign. b7 and b8 a4s share nothing
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09-23-2009, 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by dogeatcookie it is a complete redesign. b7 and b8 a4s share nothing | Thanks, good thing i wasn't quoted on that, oops!  | |
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09-24-2009, 08:55 AM
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The new 2.0T is chain drive, and is completely different engine from B7 2.0T (belt drive). The old 1.8T had issues with pcv system and oil leaks, and the 2.0T belt drive had quite a few problems as well, new chain drive would probably have some issues down the road as well. If you plan on keeping it long term, make sure you get extended warranty.
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09-24-2009, 08:59 AM
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^ hence why i suggest prepare for a deeper wallet
either shell out the money up front for exteneded warranty
or prepare more cash on the side just in case all hell breaks lose
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09-24-2009, 08:59 AM
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if you're gonna spend the money on a Brand NEW A4, get an S4 instead, especially if you're leasing/financing... it would be about $100/month more, but its so much more car. you will have a smile on your face everytime you drive it... and with a chip, you can bump up the output to 430HP in the s4. not too shabby if you ask me
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Modern chain drive are more reliable than belts, they self adjusts and require no maintence.. heck my eldest BMW a e36 just passed the 350k km mark. Quote:
Originally Posted by spydermanx The new 2.0T is chain drive, and is completely different engine from B7 2.0T (belt drive). The old 1.8T had issues with pcv system and oil leaks, and the 2.0T belt drive had quite a few problems as well, new chain drive would probably have some issues down the road as well. If you plan on keeping it long term, make sure you get extended warranty. | | |
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09-24-2009, 12:49 PM
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theres a bunch of options you purchase.
i got the new A4 with Audi Drive select, so essentially i can have it drive like a lexus or drive like a bmw. not too important if you're just driving between home and school/work and stuck in traffic all the time.
tech package: if you want bluetooth (so everyone in the car can hear you your friend is saying) and parking sensor, and all the other gadgets, then this one is for you
more spacious and comfortable than bmw / lexus
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09-24-2009, 02:41 PM
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i would get an s4 (leasing) but i dont want to get fucked in the end by buying out
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09-24-2009, 02:43 PM
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how would u get fucked in the end? sorry maybe i'm missing something. most likely, by the time it's time to buy out the car, you would be able to sell it for more than your buy out.
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09-24-2009, 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by xpl0sive how would u get fucked in the end? sorry maybe i'm missing something. most likely, by the time it's time to buy out the car, you would be able to sell it for more than your buy out. | true true, maybe i should get that loaded model of a s4...  | |
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09-24-2009, 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Mugen EvOlutioN ^ hence why i suggest prepare for a deeper wallet
either shell out the money up front for exteneded warranty
or prepare more cash on the side just in case all hell breaks lose | The guy is shelling out close to 50k if not more, I'm pretty sure minor issues won't be too damaging to his wallet, although it is annoying if the car was anything like my family's old W203 C240 LOL must've been at the dealer at least 5 times a year  | |
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09-24-2009, 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by godwin Modern chain drive are more reliable than belts, they self adjusts and require no maintence.. heck my eldest BMW a e36 just passed the 350k km mark. | It's not the belt that was the problem, it's everything else that's on the engine. Sludge problem on the 1.8T due to the PCV system, PCV valve and fuel system issues (cam drive fuel pump) on the 2.0T, recall on the Intake manifold for the chain drive 2.0T for the early production engines, etc.
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09-24-2009, 05:07 PM
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i had a 2.0t b7 a4 since 2006 when they just came out. valve cover gasket broke twice, coils were busted, pcv was busted, dv was busted, and the car made an unknown high piteched whine (like a supercharger) at high rpms. i'm not sure i want another first year turbo car from audi. i think you should give that a thought too lol
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