V8's

[SSpangenbe@aol.com]

I was glad to see your posts to the list about the V8's.  I had been reading
such negative reports for so long that I had decided not to consider buying
one.  Of course, the service writer at the Audi dealer didn't help when she
wrinkled her nose and mentioned how expensive they are to keep up!  But now
I'm open to the possibility.

In any event, I've owned 3 Audi's since 1979 and have enjoyed them all.  I
like their styling and feel I get a lot of luxury for very little money when
compared to other more popular cars.  I'm somewhat thankful for the negative
press and the resultant lower resale values.

My 89 200T is becoming more and more expensive to keep up.  From failed heater
cores to rear main oil seals and transmission seals, I think I want something
else.  I think a V8 may be the way to go.

I get the feeling that they're available in the $12k price range, is that your
experience?  I won't consider one without a meticulous service history.  I
gather the timing belt is the big danger here.  

It will be my primary car.  I don't drive as much any longer, I'll be lucky to
put 12k miles a year on it now.  

At the risk of starting another torsen-like thread, I'd be interested in any
and all comments.

Regards,

Scott Spangenberg
89 200T  188k mi
85 5ks, gone
79 5ks, gone