CWTech

I just picked one up with all options except cold weather. 100k on the clock and everything seems great. Only thing I know the car needs is the timing belt changed and the glovebox has a broken hinge. I will be performing maintenance myself, so besides parts I am not too concerned.

Looking around it seems Upsolute sells a chip with a claimed 319hp. Anyone have experiance with this particular ECU?

40v-V8

end links/control arms are 1700, timing is 1000-1400,

I personaly will never buy a Audi that is not CPO.

my $.02

Murph

Welcome to Audi. 100K is no issue if well cared for. Do the belt now and then enjoy.

Raoul

Depends on year, options and condition. But if the car is 'clean' I'd say thats a decent deal.

DasUberAuto

It may cost $10,500 to you now, but it'll still be as expensive as a $45,000+ car to repair.

All Wheel Driver

For $13-14k, what other car would compare?

Every car needs maintenence, and sometimes it's expensive, so why not pick a car you'll really enjoy driving?

DasUberAuto

In his question of whether $10,500 is a "good deal," though, is the inherent problem that $10,500 is not actually the final cost to get a great car.

For $14,000, maybe he should be looking at a car with the maintenance done already, or one that has a warranty.

Also, while it is true that every car needs maintenance, and that sometimes it can be expensive, it is also generally true that expensive cars need expensive maintenance. The fact that the 4.2 has depreciated does not mean the maintenance costs will now compare to a car that was $10,500 when new.

All Wheel Driver

yes, I know. I didn't mean it as a debate, that's just the way I look at it I guess..

JimmyC83

saw a purple 4.2 for 10k$ with 70k on the clock last month...that was a good deal

AuditudeRS4

Giac Engine Chip And Tiptronic Chip- $1000
Audi RS6 Sport Exhaust- $650
Ram Air Kit for LLTEK- $166


Theses mods transform your A6 from a luxury car to a sport sedan. You should be pushing about 355HP with those mods. I have 330HP without the Chips and the chips claims 25HP. Good Luck and I hope you love your 4.2 as much as i love mine.

PS: If you wanted a moddable A6 you should have gone with the 2.7T.