HI all. I'm looking to purchase a 05 A4 1.8 very soon. I'm curious about what you all are paying to maintain your cars. Also was octane gas do you use. Thank you for your input.

 

Not very much to maintain, but I like to do all of my own work. I tend to become 'one' with my vehicles, so when I hear a noise or bump, I usually know what it is right away and never panic.

Getting everything done at the dealer can be costly, but that is not much different than anything else. Parts are also generally more expensive, but I have found that while it costs more to replace a part, that part also lasts a lot longer than other cars. I'd rather pay twice as much to replace something every 60K miles, than to have a cheaper part replaced every 15.

I use either 89 or 93, depending on the air temperature and the type of driving I plan on doing.

 

Cost of ownership is higher than average vehicals. I always use 91 octane.

 

Post pics of the new ride when you get it!

~Amanda

 

Audi takes care of maintenance, except tires for four years or 50K mi.