2001 Audi S8 Purchase advice needed

[Vincent Gelinas]

The transmission is a very common and very expensive trouble spot. Make
sure fluid and filter have been changed at least once at that mileage.
Maybe more than that.
On Nov 19, 2011 4:30 PM, "Jay M" <jaybird002 at msn.com> wrote:

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> Hi group,
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> I am thinking about buying a 2001 S8 with 150,000 miles on it. The
> interior and exterior appears to be in good cosmetic condition. I have not
> taken the car for a test drive yet.
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> I am a current owner of a C4 S6 and A6 and do my own routine maintenance
> such as oil, plugs, brakes, etc. but know nothing about the reliability,
> typical problem areas and things to look out for when purchasing an S8. I
> know parts and service for the S8 are expensive.
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> Can anybody who has had a 2001 S8 for more than 150,000 miles please
> advise me what I should look out for when I do my own Pre-Purchase
> Inspection? Typical mechanical/electrical gremlins inherent to this model
> year S8 and/or general comments would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in
> advance.
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> JM
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