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Used 2008 Audi A8 Consumer Reviews

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Barry, 07/14/2008
2008 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

After owning a MB S430, S600 and a 2007 S550, all of which had relability issues I decided a change was in order. I have had this car for only a few months and it gives one a rick solid feel as well as having the finest fit anf finish on any production car I've ever seen. Also, taking into account the cost versus an MB S550 or a BMW 7 series, the Audi's price is quite reasonable by comparision. If you're thinking about buying a MB or BMW, do yourself a very big favor and go test drive an Audi A8, you'll really be gald you did, the only thing that comes close is perhaps a Bentley "Flying Spur", which shares many of the same features as the Audi A8, of course both companies are owned by VW.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Excellent car

driver, 04/01/2008
2007 Audi A8 L W12 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (6.0L 12cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've owned a 1979 5000S and a 2002 A4 1.8T, among other makes/models. This car is truly "the ultimate driving machine" bar none (sorry BMW). I've blown away many wanna-be's in BMW's from 3-series up to the 7-series on both highway and backroads with this baby and it's never misbehaved or thrown me a surprise. Incredible power, positive steering, and an amazing ride.

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome Car

Brian Luedtke, 03/23/2016
updated 09/26/2018
2007 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Do your maintenance and the car will last, We have changes the fluids often and are nearing 200,000 miles with no major problems, All aluminum car with direct injection, way ahead of if its time compared to the other manufactures.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Better than the rest

David, 02/03/2009
2008 Audi A8 L quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Not unlike the rest of the reviews above I have owned most/all of the flagship vehicles. I am impressed by the smooth yet responsive ride, the interior room and the ease of electronic use. I looked at MBZ 500, BMW 7 series and the Lexus, either they were to vanilla or to cheap this is a beautiful car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Timeless Quality and Performance

Chod, 12/20/2008
2008 Audi A8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I've owned Lexus LS and SC430s, a MB E500, and test driven every BMW and MB over the past decade. The Audi A8 exudes a quiet confidence and athletic ability that places this sedan among the best in the world. I'm always amazed by the incredible 26 MPG highway even though I'm usually pushing 70-75mph in a serenely quiet yet totally responsive car. The MMI provides an intuitive control of audio, nav, car settings, and telephone that is simple yet sophisticated in performance. Handling is a dream with precise steering and a totally compliant suspension that seems to anticipate the movement of the car, rather than the bucking and fitfull suspensions that typically accoompanies a 2 ton sedan.

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