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29th November 2012, 03:11 PM
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My 8 has failed me . . .
Sadly, due to unforseen circumstances I will not be able to attend. My A8 engine decided to shear the bolt off that holds the cambelt tensioners due to either metal fatigue/negligent workmanship when the timing belt kit was fitted. Not a happy bunny.
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 02 Plate, Irish Green Pearl (Special Order colour), Glass sunroof, Bose, Blinds, Bi Xenons, Parking sensors amongst the factory options. Now gone, but not forgotten.
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29th November 2012, 07:21 PM
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Sorry to hear that Ken, I hope that you manage to get it resolved ok
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29th November 2012, 07:37 PM
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Sorry to hear this fella. If you need any help let me know I'm not too far from you. Hope you get it sorted.
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Poverty spec 2000 Noggy blue S8. Really want a sorar sunroof like Dezzy had THE WHALE IS BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER... errr but leaking again
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3rd December 2012, 03:19 AM
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After owning 12 Audis since 1995, various experience of friends/family owning many more, the A8 experience has really put me off owning another Audi. I bought it a year ago, and it has been a moneypit to say the least. In contrast, my dad had an A8 Sport, which was a similar age to mine at the time (10 years old), scruffier bodywork, higher miles, nothing like as thorough a service history, yet it was a very reliable car. Maybe I have been just very unlucky with this car. I have had various 5 pot Audi 90s/100s/200s in the past and they were all far more reliable cars. Ironically, it was in for a service last Tuesday morning, and the mechanic commented on what a lovely car it was. Thirtysix hours later the engine had died. Decided enough is enough, and throwing my hand in. It was such a nice car, too. I have bought an old snotter to tide me over Xmas, and have a think about what I can get next. I really do feel like I have been kicked in the bollocks, as the car was maintained regardless of cost.
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02 Plate, Irish Green Pearl (Special Order colour), Glass sunroof, Bose, Blinds, Bi Xenons, Parking sensors amongst the factory options. Now gone, but not forgotten.
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3rd December 2012, 12:19 PM
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Will you break it yourself or sell on as it is? Glass sunroof is rare but needs the whole frame and trim as its different to the other options
Bi-xenons will make a fair bit, as will the mirrors if they're genuine s8? If they're just caps or you have the originals I'd be interested as I need non-s8 mechanisms for some painted caps I have here. Some platinum interior trim bits I'm after too  Sorry if that sounds like I'm scabbing bits before you've had a chance to consider.... Adrian
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3rd December 2012, 12:26 PM
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The car has been sold as it is, and is being collected tomorrow. I have no idea whether it will be repaired or broken for parts.
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02 Plate, Irish Green Pearl (Special Order colour), Glass sunroof, Bose, Blinds, Bi Xenons, Parking sensors amongst the factory options. Now gone, but not forgotten.
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3rd December 2012, 12:58 PM
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Did you use genuine parts? Was the bolt replaced? Claim on the 24 month Audi OEM parts warranty.
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3rd December 2012, 02:13 PM
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