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Old 14th February 2017, 06:12 PM
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Hi All,

I've just started my search for a A8 D2, preferably a 4.2, and hoped that comments and advice on this one http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classifi...to=2002&page=2 would be a good place to start my 'education'! Any and all advice very welcome!

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Old 14th February 2017, 07:48 PM
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Hi and welcome,

That is a lovely clean example! Somebody should be along soon with D2 knowledge who can advise.

Best of luck
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Old 14th February 2017, 08:04 PM
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Matt,

Many thanks, as I am new to the A8 I am hoping for some guidance to ensure I can get something I can enjoy and cherish for a good few years!

Thanks again,

Neil
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Old 14th February 2017, 08:29 PM
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Well, I'll start by saying that if I was still looking, I'd probably take a look at this one, for the following reasons -

1) it looks, on the face of it well maintained (pictures, data on history - low mileage, few owners)
2) has a mix of some of the best characteristics (gorgeous green exterior, popular black leather, S8 seats, good "A8 sport" wheels)

Having said that, there are a number of usual things to watch for, and a couple of warning signs:

1) Cambelt - says it's been done, need to check how/when, and if the water pump was done at the same time
2) Gearbox - by far the biggest risk, which at worst can cause a £3k rebuild, though the low mileage, if correct, suggests this is less likely to be a risk
3) Mileage - I'd be sceptical about the mileage figure, simply because it looks a more worn than the miles suggest

Others will no doubt be along and add points to the above. Good luck with your search - it looks like a good place to start.
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Old 14th February 2017, 08:38 PM
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The Audipages guide is a good start.

http://www.audipages.com/usedA8.html
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Old 14th February 2017, 08:41 PM
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2) Gearbox - by far the biggest risk, which at worst can cause a £3k rebuild, though the low mileage, if correct, suggests this is less likely to be a risk
3) Mileage - I'd be sceptical about the mileage figure, simply because it looks a more worn than the miles suggest
Not to confuse our new member, but more to clarify things. BTW Welcome bobbyshafto to the greatest forum... in the world

2) Wasn't the PF a 4-speed box, in which case, more resilient that the FL 5-speed?
3) Mileage seems legit going by previous MOT check.
05/12/2016 89,384 Miles +4,692 Miles
08/12/2015 84,692 Miles +2,037 Miles
09/12/2014 82,655 Miles +10 Miles
04/12/2014 82,645 Miles +2,603 Miles
06/12/2013 80,042 Miles +1,595 Miles
11/01/2013 78,447 Miles +1,953 Miles
15/12/2011 76,494 Miles +1,676 Miles
20/12/2010 74,818 Miles +743 Miles
09/12/2009 74,075 Miles +7,582 Miles
02/12/2008 66,493 Miles +4,297 Miles
04/12/2007 62,196 Miles
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Old 14th February 2017, 08:51 PM
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Marvelous, thanks for all the replies so far! The one thing I noticed was it says, lower down the Autotrader page, that the car was imported, not sure if that is good or bad?

Thanks again for the advice and the warm welcome - very much appreciated!

Neil
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There's a Final Edition S8 for sale advertised here as well, just posted today.
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Marvelous, thanks for all the replies so far! The one thing I noticed was it says, lower down the Autotrader page, that the car was imported, not sure if that is good or bad?

Thanks again for the advice and the warm welcome - very much appreciated!

Neil
Autotrader has a reference to it being Exported, but going by the MOT history, it must have been exported and then imported again prior to 04/12/2007. The checkthecar site shows that it hasn't been exported, so hard to know which is right. Maybe someone else might have an idea.
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My DIY jobs - Replaced alarm horn, Replaced Coolant Temp sensor, Updated RNS-D firmware, Installed Reversing Camera and Digital TV, Dashcam Installation, Retrofitted Rear Blinds, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, Chrome Boot Struts

Sold! 2008 S8 D3 5.2 V10 - Engine: BSM, Gearbox:KLW, Colour:LY7F Suzuka Grey Pearl Effect, Interior:Black/Black with Silver/Black valcona leather with carbon atlas inserts, Bang & Olufsen, Heated windscreen, Soft-close doors, TV, DAB, AMI, Quad Zone, Auto Boot, Auto dim Mirrors, Keyless entry, PDC with rearview camera, AFS II Headlights

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Old 15th February 2017, 01:57 AM
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2) Gearbox - by far the biggest risk, which at worst can cause a £3k rebuild, though the low mileage, if correct, suggests this is less likely to be a risk
This

My 4.2 QS had it's first gearbox rebuild at around 72k miles and failed again around 115k miles

Just assume you will have to do it at some point and budget accordingly
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