Not played with a D3 S8.
I run a 4.2 v8 petrol sport D3 and have done for ~3 years. It's the more luxury feeling, certainly newer tech and is a comfy motorway cruiser.
I had a D2 FL S8 for 3-4 years and it was stunning. Plenty of grunt and pick up and an awesome car. Certainly preferred the looks. It's a bit basic by comparison but not really in any way that matters and is certainly more connected to the driving experience.
The PF i had for a short while however was very basic, but with the most amazing carpets!
The 0-60 numbers between my PF D3 and D2 S8 are not that far apart, however the S8 always felt quick, my D3 doesn't, it just wafts rapidly to whatever speed you want.
I recall IT saying about the D2 v D3 v D4 years back, that it's about engagement. For a blast the D2, if you want to arrive as you started, then the D3 and if you want to arrive more relaxed than you started the D4
The FL D2 is certainly more the drivers car - Well.....Assuming the mechanics, those chain guides on the earlier engine are a sod, the gearbox too, the petrol in 4.2 in way more reliable as appears the gearbox!
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Current :
2005 A8 Sport 4.2 V8 D3 - LPG working!
Previous :
1998 S8 PF 4.2 V8 D2 - Gearbox died ~120k
2002 S8 FL 4.2 40v V8 D2 Prins LPG - Engine valves met pistons ~230K
Also :
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0l (Post Apocalyptic makeover)
2003 Brabus Smart FourTwo (should sell)
2003 Mazda Rx8 2.3 (might sell)
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