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Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-15-2024, 06:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 911
Posted By GR8-LIFE

So I'm just curious what percentage of the A8...

So I'm just curious what percentage of the A8 especially the early 2019 models is this happening to? This sounds real scary to a guy who has his eye on a 2019 A8
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-15-2024, 03:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 148
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Thanks guys

Thanks guys
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-15-2024, 03:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 148
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Can a 2019 A8L play music via USB Flash drive?

Salesman wasnt much help. . Lets face it, Bluetooth music sux. My 2013 A8 had 2 SD card slots for mp3 high bitrate music. Also had a jukebox to import the music. Im going to miss that if I get rid...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-14-2024, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 183
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Thanks for your reply That would have meant...

Thanks for your reply

That would have meant that on this particular car that I saw the VIN the price should have been higher than the other vans if that were the case

My conclusion is this A8...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-13-2024, 07:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,610
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Somebody's got to be getting paid well because...

Somebody's got to be getting paid well because the labor rates today are ridiculous on these cars. I'm junking my old 2013 a8 because I can't afford $220 an hour to fix a car where the freaking...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-13-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,610
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Holy freaking crap. I know this stuff doesn't...

Holy freaking crap. I know this stuff doesn't always happen and people say that - until it happens to them. This was a new car I. But bought my 2013 A8 brand new 11 years ago and I didn't have any...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
04-13-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 183
Posted By GR8-LIFE

2019 3.0 interior cabin lights question

Have been looking at a few of these and using the VIN decoder on the forum . probably have looked at five of them and all of them and the decoder showed the same exact sticker and invoice so...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2024, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 274
Posted By GR8-LIFE

They have already drain the coolant twice to make...

They have already drain the coolant twice to make sure the liquid copper gets out of the system. and they're going to have to do it again because now they're chasing down the radiator so that's going...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 274
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Well I guess we live and learn right? But hey I...

Well I guess we live and learn right? But hey I had a leak over a few months and I kept having to add coolant so it had a problem somewhere anyway. BARS has been around for a long time and I did call...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2024, 03:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 274
Posted By GR8-LIFE

I think that happens usually right away rather...

I think that happens usually right away rather than over time. Ive read threads where the next few days and suddenly, instead of a leak, they are running hot. But hey, you could be right. I hope...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2024, 01:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 274
Posted By GR8-LIFE

2013 A8 75K Miles Running Hot

I take my car to independent shop. I trust them although their labor is almost dealer labor

1. Slow Coolant Leak for 4 months - needed to add coolant every month

2. Put BARS LIQUID Copper 6...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
10-28-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Thanks. My only other concern is labor...

Thanks.

My only other concern is labor rates. I noticed they are now up to atleast $220 per hr! When my water pump went this same shop was at $145 . I guess we will be facing a COVID Upcharge...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
10-28-2021, 08:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,290
Posted By GR8-LIFE

I was happy that I waited to 2013 for my A8 as...

I was happy that I waited to 2013 for my A8 as that year they offered the 3.0 V6 SC and there was like a $10K difference Compared to the 4.0 TT. I am just not into driving a big lux car like a...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
10-28-2021, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Warranty purch on 2013 A8: What would you do?

2013 A8 (In service Nov 2012 - I am original owner)
V6 3.0 S/C with Bang Olufsen sound
Rear Comfort package (I think that's what its called)
65,104 miles

Coverage:
This is one of those...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
03-26-2021, 06:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,163
Posted By GR8-LIFE

agree especially when it comes to Lux sedans and...

agree especially when it comes to Lux sedans and a gazillion options. Even new lot cars arent good enough. My A8 for example has B&O audio. I am a huge audiophile and I cannot drive without great...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2021, 10:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,003
Posted By GR8-LIFE

All Electric A8?

Sorry mods, I didnt know where to put this

Im sure by most have read the April 2020 article on AUDI unwilling to go to an all electric A8, mainly because of the Volkswagon platform not being EV...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
11-19-2020, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 366
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Thanks. I was in fact aware of the 2025...

Thanks. I was in fact aware of the 2025 projection (in your above link) of AUDI EV's but that projection was out before AUDI walked back its decision on the next A8 gen being all electric. My A8...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D5 Platform) Discussion
11-19-2020, 10:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 366
Posted By GR8-LIFE

A8 ALL Electric ?

Sorry, didnt know where else to put my thread AND I didnt an A8 Next Gen Section

My 2013 has 58K miles and I was hoping for an all electric car for a DD sometime in the next yea or so. But I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2017, 09:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,922
Posted By GR8-LIFE

In looking at what Merc has, AUDI needs a major...

In looking at what Merc has, AUDI needs a major exterior change to make it as nice or nicer than the Mercs (The AMG's especially). The mercs are coming up with some beautiful color combo...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2017, 06:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,330
Posted By GR8-LIFE

I Looked at the DWS extreme contacts on TR. TBH...

I Looked at the DWS extreme contacts on TR. TBH they didnt get good reviews from everyone. I undertsand these can be a hit or miss. I have given up on conti's because the manufacturer was reluctant...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2017, 05:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,330
Posted By GR8-LIFE

It goes on the rack and if needs an aligment it...

It goes on the rack and if needs an aligment it gets it. Have never had the tire woes that I have had with mY A8 and I have had over 30 cars.

Hindsight is 20-20 but Never should have changed out...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2017, 05:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,330
Posted By GR8-LIFE

I've had bad luck with tires. I complained about...

I've had bad luck with tires. I complained about the Pirellis making noise at 14K miles. Then I went with Conti Sport contact 3's to replace them and the conties wore unevenely (I rotate every 5K...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2017, 04:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,634
Posted By GR8-LIFE

Bang Olufsen - No Sound from radio?

2013 A8

I typically listen to sports AM radio when driving to work in the morning and This morning I started the car and a few secs later i heard what sounded like a short (The audio was clipping...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-21-2016, 07:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,410
Posted By GR8-LIFE

​​​​​​​I am picking my car up now. My SA said he...

​​​​​​​I am picking my car up now. My SA said he was going to check the control arms. he called me a few minutes ago for me to pick up the car and didn't mention anything about the bushings but I'll...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-15-2016, 12:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,656
Posted By GR8-LIFE

I am glad i read this thread. My rears are worn...

I am glad i read this thread. My rears are worn down at 35K miles and I am about to replace them. I could go to the dealer or I have a shop guy who does pads for many local road racers in the area....
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