Buying new only gives 4 years of warranty and no maintenance, while an '06 gives an extra 2 years of warranty and maintenance for the first 4 years since the car was placed into service.

'06, low mileage (<12K), A8 with premium package, about $58-62K
A6 4.2 new $58K+

So, it seems that the A8 is a better buy and a better car.

Realizing this, how is this on maintenance $ upkeep once it comes off warranty? Is the maintenance record of this car better than a BMW 7 series?

Thanks,
Ian

 

Your maintainence & upkeep costs are going to be more or less similiar, for any premium German brand. B-M-trouble-U, Audi, Merc... Start a "parts & labor" savings account, NOW, while you can still afford it.

 

already own a 740i, so am aware of the "pain" of upkeep. I probably spend $2.5K++ every 2 years for repairs.