Badprop_za
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Or just get an aftermarket warranty. Paid about R7k for mine to cover my A4 3.0TDi for 2 years / unlimited km.
It is a 2008 B8 model.
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Or just get an aftermarket warranty. Paid about R7k for mine to cover my A4 3.0TDi for 2 years / unlimited km.
It is a 2008 B8 model.
Where did you get yours?
sand_man
Honorary Master
These issues were on a 2004 B6 A4 2.4 multitronic. The boxes are far more reliable now than they were back then but they still a bit of an Achilles heel.
Yeah, that's a good price and would cover you in the event of a major mechanical breakdown.
My Motorite policy at the time was around R27k for 40 000km/3 years but covered everything other than tires and petrol.
sand_man
Honorary Master
The after market warranties are pretty good until you default on your service intervals! Stick to the service intervals or else the policy will lapse!
Badprop_za
Expert Member
I took it when I bought my Audi at Lindsay Saker. Bought mine when FWP already expired.
As mentioned, it covers major breakdowns.
I don't mind paying for my services, I am more concerned about those unforeseen breakdowns and associated costs.
Badprop_za
Expert Member
IMO, if you drive premium (or any other car) cars without regular services, you should not complain if something does go wrong.
Look after your car and your car will look after you.
Hi mybb,
Don't mean to hijack the thread. Wanted your opinion on something.
http://www.audi.co.za/za/brand/en/audi-offers/a4-guaranteed-future-value.html
Currently came across this Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) deal on Audi A4's. 10% deposit with linked/prime rate and they trade-in after 3 years. I'm thinking they just about settle the balance of the loan. I'm looking at the 2.0 Tdi SE multi. Any hidden costs/issues I should be concerned about?
What do you guys think?
Don't mean to hijack the thread. Wanted your opinion on something.
http://www.audi.co.za/za/brand/en/audi-offers/a4-guaranteed-future-value.html
Currently came across this Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) deal on Audi A4's. 10% deposit with linked/prime rate and they trade-in after 3 years. I'm thinking they just about settle the balance of the loan. I'm looking at the 2.0 Tdi SE multi. Any hidden costs/issues I should be concerned about?
What do you guys think?
Quantum Theory
Executive Member
Yes. You never get your deposit back. So start saving for the next deposit.
So you have 3 years to save up R40k, big deal. I reckon, if you plan on trading in every 3 years, this is as good an option as any. Depending on the size of your deposit, it takes about 3 years to break even on most installment sales - and that's at a higher interest rate.
Honestly, if I were to look at a new Audi a GFV deal would be high on my list. While you never end up paying off the car or actually owning it (rather leasing in a way), the effect still stays the same, you drive a new car for three years with little worries.
ahoudet
Expert Member
Only issue with that is you continually pay and never own a car.
Quantum Theory
Executive Member
These kind of deals are made for people like you...
Chevron
Serial breaker of phones
Some people never plan on keeping their cars. They see a car as a perpetual expense that will will pay till the day you die.
How many people keep their car after they are paid off anyway? Not many.
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Care to explain?
Quantum Theory
Executive Member
So you trade in your current car. Get a little out, say R40k. Use that as your 10% deposit. Great. New Audi. 3 years later, they settle your car. Just settle. You get nothing out. What deal do you take now?
Exactly. I paid off my last car and it's now being utilised for my son as he learns to drive while I went out and got a new one. After the 2nd July I guess it's his. I suppose that saves me buying a second hand one and I know where it's been, but still, I'm 6 months into paying a new one.
ahoudet
Expert Member
Well with trade in values these days, it makes sense
Naturally, any setup that gets you a new car every three years is going to have drawbacks. Notice that I said that "if I were to look at a new Audi", which is not something I would do until I have set myself up quite comfortably. Some people would have a higher priority for cars, and want a new car every three years, and heck, if I am a bit older and my finances would allow such comfortably then I would honestly consider it very seriously.
In the near future, I would rather buy a second hand one that has a couple of years behind it for the savings and then pay that off, while having a third party maintenance cover (if auto, due to cost of replacement being so high).
In the near future, I would rather buy a second hand one that has a couple of years behind it for the savings and then pay that off, while having a third party maintenance cover (if auto, due to cost of replacement being so high).
Quantum Theory
Executive Member
Yes, sure... You don't see any problem with the deal. It is made for people like you. I see a problem with it. It's not made for people like me.
Great, constructive answer...
I never said I approve of it, but if you're the type of person that wants to drive a new car every 3 years, with no concern for the cost, it's (probably) better than using a more traditional installment sale.
Personally, I prefer to save up and buy cash, thereby earning interest instead of paying it.
Instead of acting like a ********, why don't you explain to people why you don't think it's a good idea? From your initial, post your main problem seemed to be the deposit, which I merely stated that I don't see that as the main reason to avoid that deal.