Audi A8 Saloon (2003 - 2011) 3.0 TDI quattro SE 4d Tip Auto (LWB) (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Understated, but knows quality, this is a nice car, but unless you have been in one it looks like a large A4, so I guess somoeone who wants to be a little different to the BMW or Merc drivers
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Wow thats big!! The car that is!! Always hmm as they walk up, but once inside its 'oh my god it gorgeous'
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes Definitely, I have a CLS and inside this is miles ahead apart from a few minor aspects, although the CLS to look at tells a whole different story. Dont get this car for looks, get it for luxury and the drive
What are you likely to buy next?
Hmm fancy a Quaddroporte
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£17,995
When did you buy the car?
October 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Px'd her Merc and luckily due to the credit crunch managed to haggle a good deal. Also was recently reduced so all in all not too bad
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted to replace wifes Merc and wanted a car that I can drive without shoe horning myself into
What was the dealer like?
Pretty straight, knew his Audi's and wasnt the usual buy, buy, buy. But hey they all want to sell, so dont tell you everything!!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Bloody great, its only a 3.0 Diesel but its an aluminium spaceframe so light. Quattro is of course a huge benefit, like on rails, smooth rather than rocket but enough oomph to get you out of trouble.
What's it like to park?
BIG. Thanks god its got parking sensors, but it still takes my wife 30 mins to park, no not mcp, just honest!!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Brake pads needed replacing after 70 miles, nice start but not the cars fault.
What's most practical about your car?
Huge amount of room, massive boot
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Not hugely spec'd but even so all good stuff. The comfort seats are amazing, you wont find any as comfortable
