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Re: ljflx [ljflx]
Written by: merc1 on Mar 25, 2005 11:05:23 AM
Interesting points, as always. I do think you're looking at from just a hp/price standpoint and I think it will take more than that and a fuel economy edge to crack the market at the high end, especially on a proposed 600hp car. Mercedes has played their hand as far as the S600 and S65, you're right they aren't going to get any cheaper. However we really need to see what ... Read More
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Re: ljflx [ljflx]
Written by: merc1 on Mar 18, 2005 8:02:31 AM
Yes there was a 6-cylinder 735i at one time from 1988-1992, just before the last S320 came out. The previous S320 made up 40 percent of S-Class sales during certain years from 1992-1999. The Audi S8 is/was performance model and doesn't "die" like you say it does. Its the same has MB not having an E55 from 1996-1998, or BMW and M5 from 1997-1999, those models always come a few years ... Read More
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2005 Detroit Autoshow Report!
Written by: merc1 on Jan 19, 2005 2:22:47 AM
Fear not! Your annual Detroit Autoshow Report is here! First off I'll say that the show is getting to crowded. There simply isn't enough space for every maker to display all their products. Only the luxury brands will be elaborated on here. Audi - Each and every vehicle seemed to be a winner to everyone there. I personally love the new A6, grille and all. Ditto for the updated ... Read More
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lexusguy
Written by: merc1 on Jul 12, 2004 9:44:18 PM
"I've always been curious about something, why cant the Germans manage to put in-dash CD changers in their cars? That is something that Nissan and Honda were doing 10 years ago, and yet just recently Audi managed to actually put one in a few of its cars, and cars that just came out like the Taureg still have it shoved in the trunk. Whats up with that?" I'm going to surprise ... Read More
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1998 A8 4.2
Written by: lostwages on Oct 26, 2000 1:13:15 AM
I have never owned an Audi (Volvo and BMW) but am considering a 1998 A8 4.2 w/ 18,500 miles for $40,000. I have liked this car for some time, but I do not know much about them. Could someone give me insight as to dependability, is it fun to drive, what you like best about the car, what you like least, and anticipated cost of major tune, etc. Any info would ... Read More
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98 A8
Written by: stheodd1 on Jul 3, 2000 11:48:06 AM
1998 A8 - 16000 miles - asking $47000 from a dealer. Is this the right price? I have not owned an Audi before but I am interested in this car. Would appreciate any feedback or thoughts on this. Are there any financing deals from the factory? Will watch for posts or contact s.theodoredis@att.net
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My not so joyful A8 experiences
Written by: norwind on Aug 10, 1999 1:41:40 PM
Hello All, I own an A8 4.2l 1998 and have some non theoretical experiences to share. 1. It takes a hell of a long time to get the AL automobile fixed. I was run off the road at a high speed clover leaf access and what looked like a safe run off zone had a hidden 4' deep drainage ditch. Over three months w/o my ten day old car. Cost to ... Read More
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My not so joyful A8 ownership
Written by: norwind on Aug 10, 1999 1:27:04 PM
Hello All, I own an A8 4.2l 1998 and have some non theoretical experiences to share. 1. It takes a hell of a long time to get the AL automobile fixed. I was run off the road at a high speed clover leaf access and what looked like a safe run off zone had a hidden 4' deep drainage ditch. Over three months w/o my ten day old car. Cost to ... Read More