Re: Should I purchase an A6 Avant Quattro

[Debra Snell <snell@netshel.net>]

>
>Take your pick.  Either will be superb.  Don't, repeat DO NOT, make the
>mistake of deleting the quattro option.  It is worth far more than the
>$1,600 price differential.  Also, if a manual transmission is even a remote
>possibility for you, I'd strongly suggest you go that route.

I've only owned two other cars with automatics, so a manual is certainly an
option. I do not think a manual transmission is even an option on the A6.
(My 850 Volvo had a manual)


>
>If you decide on the A4 then choose the 1.8t engine.  Performance will be
>as good as the V6 but the possibility of easy and relatively inexpensive
>power mods are much better for the turbo engine.  Eventual resale prospects
>would probably be much improved, at least in my estimation.  If you ever
>want to play, the performance possibilities are there.  The V6 is not
>nearly as accpting of mods.

I need the room. Boys are 14 1/2 and almost 11. I frequently transport my
elderly's (age 87  yo Uncle and 81 year old Mother). Need wheelchair space
for Uncle.


>
>>I have owned 6 Volvos and was considering a Cross Country Wagon, but
>>I've fallen in love with the Audi.
>
>You think you like it now?  Just wait until you have a winter or two with
>your quattro under your belt.  :-)  BTW, Volvo's vaunted safety record is
>no better than Audi's.

Do you think it's 4X4 sytem is better than Volvo's ? I have another beef
with Volvo - neither son can see out when they sit in the back seat. What
do boys do when they are driving around and can't see out? Get bored and
kill each other. The Audi will be tested on Thursday by 11 year old. Seeing
outside (and cup holders) are a must in our wild family.
>
>>Thanks for comments. I live in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada
>>mountains in California. Our roads are curvy and we woke up to snow this
>>morning.
>
>>From snowless, 60 degreeF, southern WV, welcome to the q-list.  We know
>about twisties here also.
>
>Stick around and stay with the q-list.  There is a great group of friendly
>and helpful people here.  When needed, you will get some excellent advice
>and/or help and/or guidance.  For free!
>

Thanks. Hope I can cope with the volume.
Debra