I like Audis but, just for entertainment, google image search "Audi timing belt change" to get a real feel of German engineering. That's done as maintenance, not a repair, so be ready for it even under extended warranty.
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Ideally, this is what I'll do by my 40's for the rest of my life. Buying 2-3 years old is the best way to go for the exact reasons you stated.
But for now, being in my late 20's, I see the next few years as the last chance to have a real nice, fun, and fast car until I'm 60 or make great money. I'm pretty high on car technology, and think the the difference between years is even more substantial than it was just a decade ago. For that (and not having to deal with maintenance), I'm inclined to lease my next car.
The problem is I made SUCH a boneheaded purchase that I could lease an X3 or even the entry 5 series for less than what I pay now. I'm kind of jaded in the regards, knowing I could have a fun *** car for a few years for less than what I'm paying now. I know, not a smart decision.. but dammit I want a nice car!
By the time you're 60, your primary car will be driverless and will show up on demand.
The "car for fun" will be th equivalent of riding a "horse for fun."
The "car for fun" will be th equivalent of riding a "horse for fun."
I drive an 08 TL with 190,000+ miles on it, and hope to get that many more. She has taken a backseat in the last three car purchases, so she's getting what she wants. Kids are out of car seats, dogs are both gone, so she wants what she wants.
After reading the first 3/4 of the 1st sentence of this thread I thought this was going a completely different direction
I'm actually surprised too, though I didn't even think about it until you mentioned it.
I guess the paddock is growing up.
I figured everybody would show up to rag WildcatAdam because his wife doesn't drive a horse or pony.
Did you buy the service package? It will save you about 30% on the regular maintenance not covered by warranty for the first 45,000 miles. Its a good deal if you plan on keeping the car for that long. You can still buy the package until the first oil service. Enjoy your vehicle.
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Sorry dudes. Here's the type of car you guys are gonna be driving when you are 60 (and complaining the cars have gotten so small lately).
what about the ole Tesla Model 3? I've got a 04 Infiniti G35 that I am driving till it dies and really considering getting in on the Model 3 if my car can hold up until about 2018.
My Infiniti has been the best car purchase I've ever made. Have had no problems other than normal wear and tear. Currently at about 160k, trying to get to 200. Love not having a car payment right now.
Love the look of Audi's but have always wondered about the cost of maintaining these German cars.
My Infiniti has been the best car purchase I've ever made. Have had no problems other than normal wear and tear. Currently at about 160k, trying to get to 200. Love not having a car payment right now.
Love the look of Audi's but have always wondered about the cost of maintaining these German cars.
HAPPY WIFE HAPPY LIFE man. Just living the dream over here!
The Audi salesman said they will wash your car inside and out anytime. Just a heads up call to the dealer and it'll be dolled up after I eat a burrito bowl at chipotle.
I'll be using that weekly.
#value
I'll be using that weekly.
#value
My son just went through a timing chain/balance shaft issue on his Mercedes
About 9k, luckily covered by warranty because Mercedes had this problem that was the focus of a class action suit