Great news and some V8 questions

[Steve <vrona@infinet.com>]

Hello qlisters,

As some of you know I am selling my 86 4kq and was looking at buying a 
tqw for additional room, comfort, and power.  My wife's opinion plays a 
big role into what I buy since I need her support considering the number 
of cars I have and the number I have gone through.  I get bored with cars 
very quickly and I am proud to say my 4kq has been with me for 2 years, 
which is the longest I have kept any car!

Anyway, we looked at a wagon and my wife did not like it at all.  She 
encouraged me to go to the Mercedes dealer and look there since we both 
love her 350SDL.  There was not too much of interest for a reasonable 
price.  Then we went to the Audi dealer and they had a 91 V8 black/tan 
with 76k miles in great shape with all service records.  I have always 
liked these cars so we took it for a ride.  I was shocked to hear my 
Mercedes' lovin wife say that she loved this car.  SHe went so far as to 
say she would even trade cars with me if I want.... I don't think so;-)

This brings me to some questions:

WHat is this car worth?

ANy predictions on the value in 4 years and 125k miles?

WHat are the problems to look for?

What maintenance issues should I be aware of?

How is the durability of this car compared to 4kq and 5ktq?

How expensive is it to maintain?  ARe prices much more than 4kq prices?

What do major services cost? and how often are they required?

Any and all insight, opinions, and info would be appreciated.

BTW, the previous owner was Joe Ross who traded it in on an S4.  Does 
anyone know him?  Is he on the list?

-- 
Sincerely,

Steven Verona, Vice President
DB-Net, Inc.   614-436-6565 ext 15

90 Porsche 944 S2, M030, Limited Slip (for racin')
86 Audi 4000 quattro (was for racin', now for the street)
91 Toyota MR2 Turbo (for sale)
91 Mercedes 350 SDL (for wife)
94 Fleetwood Coronado Motorhome (for travel)
87 Yamaha FZ700 (for thrills)
81 Kawasaki Drifter 440 (for the snow)
70 Honda Mini Trail (for the pits. Oh yeah, and for the kids)