2002 Audi A8 Consumer Discussions

Audi A8

• Problems with audi A8

  Written by: slader00 on Sep 14, 2008 11:02:59 AM

  I have a 2002 A8L - quit running. Mechanic replaced fuel pump ($1485); it ran for 2 weeks. Quit again. Sounds as if it's out of gas, but it's not. Anyone have a similar problem - better yet - know a solution. Been in the garage for 2 weeks - mechanic can't figure it out. Slader00

• Re: Thanks [ayyate]

  Written by: micro_chip_man on Aug 19, 2008 3:10:54 PM

  I couldn’t agree more. The Amaretto is by far the most rich looking color of interior that Audi has. I have been looking to upgrade from my 2002 S8 into something newer like an ‘06 A8 or possibly a VW Phaeton. Has anyone driven a VW Phaeton?

High End Luxury Cars

• Re: Well, [dewey]

  Written by: brightness04 on Jan 25, 2007 11:27:59 AM

  Can we focus on the subject matter and ditch the personal insults? You obviously tried to insult me with your "pie in the sky" accusation, then my number turned out to be very sound. Now from nowhere you are accusing me of relying on Google. I knew the 1800 number without consulting google; if I did rely on google, I would have given you the 2100 number for Mainland and HK ... Read More

• Turmoil

  Written by: esf on Nov 29, 2006 7:41:07 PM

  I, too, look at AutoSpies sometimes to watch the posts. It's pretty hilarious. The people there are in constant fighting- it's like Lexus vs. Audi vs. BMW all the time! It's much more civilized here. And I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm assessing all the cars in the high-end class, from worst to best: Jaguar XJ: Old-world British charm just doesn't cut it any more. This car is beautiful ... Read More

Audi A8

• Buying a used A8? Maybe mine, but not likely!

  Written by: alandparker on Oct 21, 2006 2:58:11 AM

  I HAVE owned this 2000 A8 (no L) since 2002. SEcond owner after off lease. First thing I did was take it to the local Audi dealer and look over every square inch. When I arrived to pick it up, he was visibally dissappointed that they had found NOTHING. I'd have to do some reasearch to get theEXACT figure below what you and would have expected for a purcchase price. . ... Read More

• Re: Hemi [blkhemi]

  Written by: swl on Oct 10, 2006 4:33:06 AM

  I have been reading your forum for a long time and have enjoyed it. I got my "base" Audi A8 in Feb and now have 11000 miles on it with no problems. The only extras I have are the sports and premium package but the car is fabulous. I got the black with black interior. I previously had a 2002 A6 4.2 which was great, but the A8 is exceptional. I ... Read More

• Watch those A8 transmissions

  Written by: vusic on Apr 22, 2006 10:30:13 PM

  Purchased a 2000 A8L in June 2002 with Audi certified warranty. Loved the car. Then came 75K and no reverse. Have heard the warnings through this forum.....believe them and extend your warranties (if the cost makes sense). My transmission repair will run about $3400.00 (after the $570.00 it took to determine that I'd need to spend the $3400.00), from what I've read, that's not a bad deal. Big picture....the car's great, ... Read More

High End Luxury Cars

• Re: Merc [blkhemi]

  Written by: volvomax on Apr 7, 2006 4:05:52 PM

  Like it or not, sales volume is the final arbiter in the winner or loser category. How well a car does in its category determines alot about its fate. Slow selling cars are withdrawn or overhauled, good sellers are lauded by the motor co. and beloved by dealers. The A8 is a fine car, but it clearly can't match the salea of the BMW or Benz or Lexus. Consider the A8's ... Read More

• BDR

  Written by: drfill on Apr 7, 2006 9:25:47 AM

  I meant, 2002, the first year it was produced. Sorry. Merc Lexus sells over 300k units a year from less than 200 stores, nationwide. And they sold 40k LS in 1992 for over $45k, which with inflation, puts it's price near Audi's A8 today. Numbers of dealers is no excuse. If it's "All That", people will go get the car. People wait 3 months for a Mini Cooper. Or Prius. If ... Read More

• Re: Just a Thought.. [oac]

  Written by: merc1 on Nov 7, 2005 9:22:21 PM

  As usual, you castigate every dissenting viewpoint to yours... Hype, wannabe, envy, etc.. Here is a simple factoid for you: can you tell us which MB has had an in-dash CD changer for years and are sold here in the US ??? And as usual your posts are minus the facts. Yes I can tell you, the E-Class. The E has had an in-dash CD changer since 2003. Audis had them ... Read More

• Re: Anyone....? [bdr127]

  Written by: ljflx on Oct 24, 2005 6:45:05 AM

  "If there are just a small percentage of people that keep their cars beyond the warranty period, then there are only a very small percentage that truly need to worry about the cost of reliability." Why do you think MB resale values have fallen so far. The market for three year old MB's is quite weak. So.stop worrying about the cost of reliablility but start worrying about the value of your ... Read More

• Re: Oac—the operative term—true driver [blckislandguy]

  Written by: ljflx on Jul 24, 2005 9:37:06 AM

  Well one way to check is using Edmunds prices. These may vary by zip but heres a look at the resale of 2002's before you add in any options in my area, so it is simply base car to base car. BMW 745 LI values: http://www.edmunds.com/used/2002/bmw/7series/100070588/options.html?tid=edmunds.u.prices.u- - - - - - tmv.vdpprice.13.BMW* I believe MSRP was about $76000 so that means a retained value of 52.9% on trade-in, 56.4% on private ... Read More

• Re: brightness04 [kyfdx]

  Written by: brightness04 on Feb 19, 2005 2:50:13 AM

  What does soft drink have to do with discussion here? Just a way to snipe at another poster, if you ask me. I have more than a passing knowledge of industrial metals. In case you did not know anything beyond your soft drink can (hey, your own choice of reference, it's only fair, right? ;-) I supplied a link in one of my earlier posts: http://ussautomotive.com/auto/steelvsal/mechproperties.htm It's quite an informative site. ... Read More

• Re: brightness04 [brightness04]

  Written by: syswei on Feb 19, 2005 6:50:35 AM

  "industrial insiders at the site referenced above concur; if you follow the link for a few pages you will actually see an in-depth analysis of the 2002 Audi A8 Space Frame Aluminum Intensive structure and its disadvantages" Errrr...American engineers don't know what they're talking about. Only German engineers do. Don't you know that? hehehe.

Audi A8

• Poor customer relations

  Written by: joelk01 on Jan 31, 2005 3:32:01 PM

  I have a 2002 A8 with 30k miles. Car is still under new car warranty. The driver side front window cracked at the guide pin toward the front of the window. Clearly, all of the initial and subsequent cracks in the glass began at this guide pin. The service manager where I took the car for service looked at it and said there were no foreign objects that caused the crack ... Read More

High End Luxury Cars

• ljflx

  Written by: merc1 on Jul 8, 2004 10:06:11 PM

  Well you know what I think of the A8 W12's new grille. I think it fits perfectly. Gives the car real presence. Mercedes and Bruno Sacco are done from everything I've read. He is apparently still "close" (whatever that means) to the company but he isn't running the design studios. Oh well, not even Mercedes, BMW or Audi can make a gorgeous car every time. They used too, but not anymore. ... Read More

• ljflx

  Written by: merc1 on Oct 5, 2003 10:53:37 PM

  It still doesn't make a difference if the LS430's "Euro" option doesn't cost anything because the S430 or S500 is still going to cost more anyway, so whats the difference? You're not comparing cars of equal specification. Thats like me saying the E500 Sport outhandles the regular LS430, that simply isn't a fair comparision. I really think you're making to broad of a statement when it comes to the press. They ... Read More

• What Does the Market Have To Say?

  Written by: riez on Jul 18, 2003 7:03:53 PM

  Some recent US sales data: Make Model May 2003 May 2002 2003 YTD 2002 YTD Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1,989 2,002 9,281 8,642 BMW 7 Series 1,973 2,209 8,358 8,888 Lexus LS 430 1,848 2,451 8,003 10,777 Cadillac Seville 1,773 1,524 9,494 8,967 Volvo S80 1,399 1,121 5,826 6,407 Jaguar S-Type 1,388 1,246 5,965 5,820 Lexus GS 300 1,058 1,233 4,236 5,911 Jaguar XJ Series 930 801 2,386 3,594 Saab 9-5 763 1,202 ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: fenn on Jul 10, 2003 2:42:58 PM

  Hello. I just came back to Town Hall, as I am in the market for a new car in the upscale sedan class. I am considering the 2004 Audi A8, and the 2004 Jaguar XJ8 at this point. I think that I have eliminated the 745i and MB E500...although I am still in my formative stages of this decision. I am one of the few folks that currently owns a 2002 ... Read More

• Luxury Brands at Detroit

  Written by: merc1 on Feb 6, 2003 9:35:14 PM

  Been away for a while, well fear not I'm back. The Detroit Show was a true delight. I have never seen so much luxury and power on display. The stars of the show were the Cadillac Sixteen, Maybach 62 and Rolls-Royce Phantom. I missed my chance to sit in the Rolls by "that much" This is huge and elongated car. The interior is much nicer in person than it is in ... Read More

2004 Audi A8

• A8 vs. Phaeton 3

  Written by: buurgess on Jan 2, 2003 1:48:10 PM

  I believe the gentleman comparing the A8 with the Phaeton is making a huge oversight, the all aluminum space frame, making the A8 a lighter car, which improves handling, gas milage, driving feel and dynamics. There is a price difference and also a marque difference. Someone who is interested in a Audi never cross considers it with a VW. I know from personal shopping experience that when I was shopping for ... Read More

High End Luxury Cars

• no title

  Written by: zachmbenzfvr on Nov 16, 2002 8:07:27 PM

  "In 2001, Audi sold just 163 A8's in Canada while Mercedes sold 1,218 S-Class models, Jaguar 498 XJ sedans, BMW 466 7-Series models, and Lexus 455 LS430's. Even the terminally-trailing Infiniti Q45 (which admittedly is new for 2002) sold 190 units." Greg Wilson. Now I know that Canada is very small in population compared to the U.S., but was this the case here as well? Anyone have the numbers?

• 1487

  Written by: merc1 on Nov 4, 2002 10:29:22 PM

  You've somehow let the others confuse you. Where did I use "ownership experience" in any of MY posts? Though since you bring up the concept, why don't you take a look at the SL500 board and see what the owners have to say. Are you saying that every SL has to go back to the dealer and that all MB dealers are arrogant? If that is the case all of Cadillac's ... Read More

• arcoates

  Written by: merc1 on Jun 27, 2001 9:45:11 PM

  Thanks. Well you know how I feel about Mercedes, BMW and my personal underdog Audi. As long as one of these three have the title "World's Best" I'm smitten. Mercedes had it for so long so in a way I was *kinda* glad to see BMW leapfrog Mercedes' 560SEL in 1988 with the 750iL, and it looks like it will happen again for 2002 with the 760iL. Now lets see what ... Read More

Audi A8

• Phone for A8

  Written by: bertram60 on Feb 5, 2001 12:41:35 PM

  I purchased a 2000 A8 from a friend loaded with every option including the phone. He got a 2001 S500 sport (and hates that he sold me his A8). I love his Star Tac phone feature(and Nav system which is also in my wife's ML430) and have checked with everyone about upgrading or changing the phone. According to my Audi dealer (Champion Motors) the 2002/3 will have a digital phone system. ... Read More