Jimmy1969 |
02-15-2023 11:10 PM |
Audi .....German.... news to me
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Originally Posted by Number 10 GI
(Post 2187848)
Back in the 70's stationed in Germany we bought an Audi 100. It didn't miss a month without breaking down. The dealership told us to get rid of it considering how much money we spent on repairs. He liked our business but he said that model was a money pit.
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I bought a 2018 Audi Q5 (SUV) when I retired because it really has a smooth ride and great handling and appealed to my eyes. First time I Ireally strayed from Toyotas or Hondas. At 44K miles the AC blew out. It took Audi 6 days to find a new unit and belt anywhere in North America (got one in Canada). Final repairs, which required the dash board to be removed and then re-installed invovling 30 hrs. of labor at $200 per was covered by the warranty. When it was returned the right side vents blew warm air when AC on, the left ones blew luke warm air. Back to Audi... needed a new "evaporator." 3 weeks later the Q5 was returned after going thru the dashboard deal. I asked the repair manager if all engine work involved the dashboard deal. He said only repair requiring that is the evaporator. Really?
Scotty Kilmer an auto repair guy from R.I. and Tenn. said on podcast (2 million subscibers, billions of views) that the first Audi he worked on (years ago) required the engine be lifted out for some minor repair and the best thing to do with it was "sell the Audi, ASAP".
German?--- After I bought the Q5 I read the % info on where the parts were made......98% Mexico!
Up for sale with Brand new 19" Continentals. One owner, no accidents, 47,555 miles. Any takers?
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