. . . something very fast . . . Audi S8. Somethign that can shove a little bit. I'll need a nitrous system. I've got the specs.

[uberR32]

So a buddy who has too many cars wants me to buy it for not a whole bunch of money.



And to be honest it's not a terrible fit. We need a bigger car for my wife, and I need a car with 4 seats (her A3). Other than the glass transmissions what else should I be afraid of? It has a brand new (rebuilt) transmission, new timing chains, new O2 sensors, and a couple other new parts that I can't remember right now.

I just drove it to my buddy's house to detail it and it drives very well. The inside is a very nice place to be, and I've always thought Audi hit understated luxury on the head with this vintage. It will be a great road trip car for us and the two kiddos. It has a couple options: the solar sunroof, the rear heated seats, and a chitty old NAV.

What say ye, TCL?

Very handsome!


I love the wood inlay color.


Alcantara - so my kids have something to wipe snot on.


[edit] Teaser shot of the LS2 Miata behind it. Maiden voyage out the garage and around the block yesterday!!!111!!1omgbbqwtf!!!

[MikkiJayne]

Rebuilt transmission? Jump on it already

[Hufeisen]

Looks well-cared for, so I say go for it A8 stories here lately seem to be if the car is well maintained or if you can handle the work, it is a great car.

[Numbersix]

Sounds like the big gotchas have been addressed. Other than the heated steering wheel not working (not a biggie in TX, I'd think), can't think of a reason why not.

[WheelHor]

The only thing to worry about with A8/S8's are the armrests and transmissions

[cheap sunglasses]

I'm currently in the market for a new car, and a big sedan of about this vintage is on the radar. Owning a W140 or an E38 doesn't scare me at all, but the idea of owning something like this gives me night terrors.

Then again I've never owned any of these cars so I can't exactly dissuade you based on experience. But the Audis that I did have were totally reliable, so I guess what I'm trying to say is go for it?

[uberR32]

Thanks, guys. I'm pretty stoked.

[Lupo TDI]

My dad had 3 A8 (TDI variants over here), but he never ever had any problem at all with any of them. If it has been mantained properly I would not think twice. It's made for long trips.

[03GTI4Me]

Buy it!



Look at her face. She wants you to have it.

P.S. I can't help but notice you never mentioned the mileage..

[uberR32]

I actually had the mileage and price written up, but deleted both. Let's just say I think it's a really good deal for 73k and the shape it's in. It was used as his dad's second car at their Aspen chalet, then brought back to Houston as his wife's DD for the past couple years. No wrecks, but there is a fair amount of road rash typical with a 10 year old car.

[leitmotif]

Well, what do you have to lose? Do it!

[71DubBugBug]

Rebuilt transmission? Jump on it already

x2

also, the engine is belt driven, that needs to be done one audis/ vws.
or are you referring to the timing chain connecting the two cams in each cylinder head

[Lupo TDI]

I actually had the mileage and price written up, but deleted both. Let's just say I think it's a really good deal for 73k and the shape it's in. It was used as his dad's second car at their Aspen chalet, then brought back to Houston as his wife's DD for the past couple years. No wrecks, but there is a fair amount of road rash typical with a 10 year old car.

That'S the nice thing about having an all-aluminum body - no rust!

[uberR32]

x2

also, the engine is belt driven, that needs to be done one audis/ vws.
or are you referring to the timing chain connecting the two cams in each cylinder head

Thank you. He actually said the timing belt was replaced, and I incorrectly assumed he didn't know because I've seen the chains that drive the cams.

[2003VeeDuBgolf]

I am not sure how old you are....

but ever since the movie Ronin I have always, and will always want a S8 just like the movie.

03GTI4Me has pointed that out

[Eightysixturbo]

It's probably one of the few Audi's I'd buy. I say that knowing I'd rather take the obvious BMW given the chance, but if you get a spanking deal, why not?

[Hostile]

Do it.

I am not sure how old you are....

Where do you think the title of the thread came from?

[patrikman]

I see a black D2 S8 several times per week near my house, such a gorgeous machine. I'd also like an A8L though too, did they do an S-line package for that?

[Clyde Smith]

Where do you think the title of the thread came from?

[Harv]

Doesn't look like these seats:

[PowerDubs]

How much is not a whole lot of money if you don't mind?

[forewheel]

How much is not a whole lot of money if you don't mind?

ditto

[MikkiJayne]

Doesn't look like these seats:

Thats a very good point - thats the non-sport interior, which suggests this may be a dressed-up A8, rather than a proper S8

[forewheel]

I had to go to Autotrader after reading this post. Check this out...I had no idea they made this color combo back then. Sign me up!

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...19661398&Log=0

[vdubdave]

I like the D2 S8's a lot, and I looked for one for a while but I couldn't find one in the condition that I wanted so I ended up with something else. If this one was well cared for I say go for it!!

[PowerDubs]

No way I'd pay 20k for one.. that much coin will buy a really nice Phaeton, V8 or W12 ..

[SSLByron]

[edit] Teaser shot of the LS2 Miata behind it. Maiden voyage out the garage and around the block yesterday!!!111!!1omgbbqwtf!!!

Self-threadjack.

MoAr?

[Jan PL S6]

Jump on it and never look back. You'd be insane not to take it.

[deagle]

what yr what mileage ?

what things have been replaced during his ownership ? What new things will be replaced during your ownership ?

i'd double check the reliability of that generation's cars too

is he dumping it off to you b/c maintenance bills are creeping up ?

are there any reliable repair sources near you (dealership/independents) ??

[The Holy Molar]

Self-threadjack.

MoAr?

This.

[AHFlynn]

dooittt. i love this car.

[Chapel]

I think the cats are expensive on these too

[dubjager]

Nice car, love all the "How much money?" posts..

I would jump on it. Looks very nice and as you said understated. I like that.

[..Derek..]

The only thing to worry about with A8/S8's are the armrests and transmissions

And the notorious 4.2 coolant leak..





My D3 A8 had this leak.

[71DubBugBug]

I think the cats are expensive on these too

wonder how much



lets not forget how good an audi v8 sounds, i know its not the best clip