Bruno_S4

recommend it when others do?

Does it have to do with the galavanized steel on our cars?
Do other manufacturers use galvanized steel?

Whats the general consensus?

Bob Loblaw

and IIRC, my A4 had a 12 year perforation warranty too.

ivans A8

Or in some cases (like mine) 100% alluminium body, when rust spray is useless

afretes

the only thing we offer is undercoating. That is why we're the only manufacturer that offers a 12 year warranty. Also, some of our cars; A6, A8, have covers under the cars that go from front to back that will make it very difficult to even apply undercoating.
"Audi's unique and environmentally friendly paint process uses multiple layers of paint applied over a chip-resistant filler. Additional impact protection comes from special coatings in vulnerable areas, such as the rocker panels. The use of 100-percent, two-sided, zinc-galvanized steel and a comprehensive paint, primer and protection system helps assure that its life will be a long one. All Audi models are backed by a 12-year limited warranty against corrosion perforation"

afretes

<ul><li><a href="https://www.audiworld.com/news/99/production/PressShop.shtml">https://www.audiworld.com/news/99/production/PressShop.shtml</a</li></ul>

Bruno_S4

What about the frame itself? What's to stop it from rusting? Can it rust?

Aman_UnatrlyAspiratd

audis hold resale value? I thought they were poor with resale compared to other german makes(BMW)?

afretes

I guess it can rust just like any car would. The thing is how long will it take?

quattrorally

other than that the car looks almost new, couple of small scratches here and there.

When I tell other people that the car has 15 years they don't believe me.

The car does not have any other protection than the standard factory coting.

davecheng

Just look at the price of any 4-5 yr old A8 or S8. Talk about depreciation!