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Audi A8: Mercedes, BMW Beware!
When you think of German automotive excellence, Mercedes and BMW are two brands that easily come to mind. Audi, too, has been making a name for itself and is poised to cause a lot of trouble for its Bavarian cousins with its current line of cars and planned models. The cream of the crop Audi is the A8, a true champion and a terrific alternative to BMW and Mercedes. Let’s take a closer look at Audi’s top-of-the-line sedan and what it has to offer to you, the European sedan enthusiast. Back in 1994 Audi decided to take on Mercedes and BMW by introducing an all new car the full size Audi A8. As the first car built on an entirely aluminum platform [for weight savings optimization] the Audi A8 has been constantly redefining the German luxury car market ever since. Way back in 1997, the Audi A8 became the first car in the world to offer six air bags. Later, more powerful diesel and gasoline powered engines were introduced to further separate the brand from its competitors.
Since 1997 the A8 has been marketed in the USA, but it hasn’t swiped as many sales away from Mercedes and BMW as Audi had hoped. Still, the current model offers much flair and technological innovation to be truly a different model from BMW’s 7-Series or Mercedes’ S-Class. One thing that Audi enthusiasts have appreciated about the Audi A8 is its diverse engine choices. Certainly, a powerful gasoline powered V8 is offered, but other engine choices including V10 and V12 engines have shown up as well. Turbo diesel aspirated V6 and V8 engines have made their way onto European versions of the car, but not in America where emissions standards are much more restrictive. So, what exactly can you get with an Audi A8 besides a wide variety of engine choices? Much, as outlined here: 6 speed Tiptronic transmission Quattro all wheel drive Power sunroof Bi-Xenon headlamps Front and rear foglamps Premium sound system 18 inch alloy wheels Full leather interior …much more! For a retail price of just under $70,000 for the “base” model, the Audi A8 is priced competitively against similar sized BMW and Mercedes models. However, if it is speed that you want, then the W12 model will get you there in about five seconds. In this case, you’ll have to pony up at least $118,000 for the top-of-the-line Audi A8. Of course, not everyone wants a car as big and as expensive as the Audi A8. If your tastes are a bit simpler, the automaker markets 13 other models in North America and its Volkswagen division also offers a wide selection of less pricey models. Then again if it is an Audi A8 that you want, then price will not be an object. At least Audi hopes it is that way for many of its well heeled customers! Copyright 2006 – Matt Keegan is a freelance writer covering upcoming models as well as the current favorites. To keep your Audi A8 looking its best and running great, outfit your ride with quality Audi A8 parts today!
Dealer sues over 'lemon' $2.3m MercTHE US owner of an exotic, 12-cylinder Mercedes has sued its maker for a $US1.7 million ($2.31 million) refund on "the world's most expensive lemon". Mark Johnston bought the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLK-GTR roadster, one of only five produced and the one in North America, in 2003. The Guinness Book of World Records lists the car as the most expensive production vehicle made. "The car turned out to be exotic in the worst possible way," Mr Johnston, a former Ferrari mechanic, said. "It just doesn't run." The 6.9 litre, 12-cylinder engine can shoot the car from 0 to 200km/h in 9.9 seconds, with a top speed of 320km/h. In theory. . read more. Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG Powers into Middle EastThe Mercedes-Benz ML 63AMG, the new benchmark for performance off-roaders, is all set to arrive in the Middle East this month (June). Fitted with the worlds most powerful normally aspirated V8 engine, the new top-of-the-range ML-Class model is set to occupy the top position in its segment. "The new ML 63 AMG will take drivers to places that even sports cars generally cannot reach and is the most powerful off-roader every produced by Mercedes-Benz," said Kai Schlickum, Regional Sales Manager, Mercedes-AMG. Under the bonnet is a new 6.3-litre V8 engine which unleashes a massive 510 hp at 6800 rpm and a maximum torque of 630 Newton-metres at 5200 rpm powering the vehicle from zero to 100 km/h in just 5.0 seconds. Power is transferred via an AMG Speedshift 7G-Tronic automatic transmission with a "Direct Select" shift lever mounted on the steering column. read more. Sour Benzo: Car Dealer Demands $2 Million for Defective SupercarLOS ANGELES — A silver $1.7 million Mercedes-Benz roadster is "the mother of all lemons," says L.A. auto dealer Mark Johnston. So he is suing Mercedes-Benz and DaimlerChrysler for a refund of the purchase price, plus $300,000 in related costs. Johnston, a co-owner of Grand Prix Motors, issued a press release on Wednesday about the suit and held a news conference here flanked by lemon trees while attendees sipped lemonade. Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, N.J., denied responsibility. "The customer bought the vehicle directly from Germany," Mercedes spokeswoman Donna Boland told the Los Angeles Times. "We don't import it, and we don't have the ability or the parts or the training to service it." The dealer alleges that the gears wouldn't shift properly on the car and that it shuddered so violently the windows came "unglued." The car was out for its first road test with a prospective buyer when the trouble started, he said. read more.
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