Buying This 2008 Audi A8 L is a Really Terrible Idea - Review, Tour, and Test Drive By Bill
Vložit
- čas přidán 24. 06. 2021
- Car guys, and even non-car guys, sometimes get the idea that buying an older German flagship for the fraction of the original price is a great move. All too often, they are wrong. A perfect example is this very attractive Audi A8 L, a 2008 model with a pretty remarkable option package, that looks sleek, powerful, and beckons the buyer on a budget with it's tawdry wares.
Don't do it. Even though cars like this can be bought for a fraction of their original price, that cost is not the one you will be maintaining - you will be maintaining the $100K car.
Over engineered, over-complicated, and the joy of repair shop owners everywhere. Yes, driving them is rewarding and satisfying, but if you're unlucky, you could be very unlucky.
But, maybe... maybe this one is a good one.... maybe everything will be just fine....
2008 Audi A8 L. Review and test drive by Bill. It is for sale privately - if you dare - contact primportsnaples@gmail.com. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I own this car, im 32. This guy is way over reacting, it's a great car and no one should be scared of it. It's not a Camry because it's 100 times better, and you gotta pay to play. I just fix mine myself if needed, if this isn't an option just find a good independent shop that's not a dealer. This guy is making it seem like it's going to break daily, that's ridiculous. The engine and trans are great. My air suspension has 165k on it. I'd buy this car over a Merc, BMW, lexus any day
Love this car. Thanks for the feedback
Agreed.. Also you have to be knowledgeable about these cars.. if you do it will be no problem at all.. This is a masterpiece
Pay to play???? That’s the most stupid thing you could ever say to excuse PI$$ Poor reliability. You pay once, and that’s when you buy it not keep on paying because it’s a piece of crap. Stick with the Lexus LS. It’s a MUCH BETTER CAR IN EVERY WAY. AND WITH BULLETPROOF RELIABILITY
@@Mabeylater293 Well I'm more informed on the subject since I've owned BOTH cars that we're talking about. The Lexus and the Audi. The Audi is a superior car, it drives better, it's faster, the interior is much nicer and has more features and tech. The reason I said what I said is because the Audi will cost more, but it's worth it. My Audi A8 has 180k and it's been very reliable. I'm actually a professional mechanic, so I know what I'm talking about. You have to pay to play, that's how the world works.
@@JDJD-mw9rr you pay to play when you buy it. Paying because of constant breakdowns is a money pit. Although it sounds like yours hasn’t been. That’s good. I’m glad for you
Andrew: Hey Bill can you feature my car? I’m selling it.
Bill: Sure. “This car breaks faster than Andrew can fix it.”
Bill is the realest of the real
I was gonna have him sell my Yugo. Not now.
@@michaelwhite2823 well one thing for sure no way there's alot of gadgets to break in that baby lol
@@michaelwhite2823
Wow, it is still running? 😊
@@michaelwhite2823 Bill has mastered the art of reverse psychology so he could sell the Yugo no problem
The scary thing is, after watching this review, I want to get that car.
Man, be very careful. This car will be as expensive as a trophy wife.
Same here. lol
@@michaelwhite2823 Maybe even more than that. Depends on what goes wrong, and there are lots of things that can go wrong. The reviewer gives a very fair warning about the outrageous repair and maintenance costs.
Do it, a looked after one will be fine, I'm a year/20k miles further on mine with no issues other than a level sensor that was £79
If you can find an 05-06 with maintenance records, and recorded timing belt change, I’d say GO FOR IT! The 07-10 has timing chain and carbon build up issues
I have nvr seen a guy try so hard to find fault in a vehicle! For anyone interested in the 2008 thru 2010 Audi a8l u will love it n it's a wonderful car if u can find one that hasn't been neglected. I own a 08 since 07 paid over 110,k has 227,k miles on it have had no ridiculous issues car does have soft close doors, hella power..this guy is obviously out of coke, somebody get him some. Not a cheap car to buy not gonna b cheap to maintain any smart guy should know this
Not an Audi fan but this thing is highly underrated
Same here .. Beemer fan but this one's the most beautiful Audi A8
The most honest car salesman I’ve ever heard.
I do agree
THAT'S OUR BILL
of course, when it's someone else's car
The best
It’s reverse psychology !
Already had me laughing with the title. I just love Bill. “I do, I really do.”
“I won’t name names... oh- well, Andrew-“
Lmao! “Rather quick take” my ass! Bill is the best at the 30-40 minute videos!😂
Bill's like that guy in a bar who keeps filling your glass
I was stunned when I got back and loaded it up. I figured 20 minutes at most.
@@curiouscars9282 ahaha! It’s alright Bill! We love the vid either way!!
@@curiouscars9282 your fine Bill, no one reviews quite like you Hilarious 🤣🤣🤣
@@curiouscars9282 That's fine. We always learn something while being entertained. I don't care about cars built after 1990 but still watch.
Come for the cars, stay for the hilarious commentary 🤣❤
Hell yeah he is funny as hell 😂
The birds were going absolutely Ape shit 😂
It's all fun and games with an Audi until you beep the horn and all the windows go down
You mean...all I had to do....IS HONK THE HORN?
Now ya' tell me
It's all fun and games with an Audi when the check engine light stays off for 100 miles.
@@volvo09 That comment made my teeth hurt
😂
@@kettle_of_chris 😁😁😁😂
The whole time you're driving that you got your eyes glued to the check engine light area that you knows coming on any minute
LOL!!!! “This is the ejection seat for children in the back…”
Thank you for your honest review, Bill.
I died laughing when he said you can hide little bags of coke here and the cocaine mirrors 😂
The world-famous European archcriminals with their little tool kits. Hilarious, love it!
❤️🔥
And also: "and you open the refrigerator, and you have a really nice spot for your bags of coke, or blood samples..." lolol I love his videos...
Damn. Was hoping for an oppressive, humid, lava hot weather morning.
Bill hates you lol
There is always the next review.
Best car I've ever owned.
wanted an a6, bought lexus es instead. the damn thing is almost 26 years old and runs like a swiss watch and everything still works after 200k miles. all the audi's from the 90's are gone except for the B4, that was a great audi.
well, feels like you are judging all the D3 A8s based upon this single piece,
ive owned 5 of these A8s, all big petrol engines, and never had really any issues....
best cars i have ever owned
Likewise...reliability and build quality vs the bangle 7 series is night and day. Ditto for the XJ350 jags.
I own one that has 180k on it. It's had a few small issues but so has every car I've ever owned. I love this car, it feels special to drive.
S8 on the way, who needs 8 cyclinders when 10 will do just fine )
OMG you’re driving me nuts with this review! I used to drive one of these for a daily several years ago and if you know how it all works, you can relax a little while driving it. Lift mode is for driving in snow mainly or maybe sand where you are. Leave the climate control in “Auto”, dial in the temp and forget it. It’s fully capable of directing the cold and warm air where it’s needed to keep you comfortable. The other buttons you kept pushing are manual overrides in case you you feel the need to override all the computers and do it all yourself. Those big opening pockets in the back doors are for cigars fyi. The red button stops the auto adjusting seats from crushing you if you happen to have a second driver that’s only 5’ tall and grab the wrong key or push the wrong memory button. It DOES have power closing doors if you don’t slam it every time you get in and out of it. The top button on the door handle LOCKS the door. Simply touching the underside of the door handle UNLOCKS the car. The MMI allows you to select just the driver door or all of them with one touch. All air suspensions are cost prohibitive to maintain. A decent rebuilt one will cost you $1500 each! If they leak a lot, you’ll wear out the air pump which will cast another $2K to replace so figure $12K in parts alone to bring it up to date and give you another 100k miles. Carbon cleaning can be done for 500. So yes, like anything in this class, you’ll need deep pockets to keep it going properly.
My brother traded his A8L in it got damn expensive..over a grand for brake pads/rotors..3 of his catalytic convers were bad that was over 1500 bucks...and it's a few hundred just to change the oil..he traded it in on a tesla model s
Lorn Perkins no need to worry about oil changes and catalytic converters on that car!
@@paulsz6194 that's true or paying 3.00 + pr gallon for gas....I actually get to see the car tomorrow in person for the first time my brother Craig says it's nice..its a dark blue model "s"
Not like anything else in its class. An older Lexus LS460 will run flawlessly for 300k + miles if It’s maintained with regular oil changes and other fluids. Transmission and engine will not fail and no major major expenses.
@@stephendibari5010 soo true!! I love my SC430
Good evening from Manchester in England, we are having rain and it is very cool. Glad you are having a reprive from the muggy weather. Sorry the birds are giving you stress Bill. Superb review of the A8
What’s amusing is someone will actually buy it.
Hollywood launches award- Worlds funniest auto reviewer!
I absolutely LOVE the A8 D3. Way ahead of the competition when it came out, specially when it comes to looks.
It's a clear exaple of "Timeless Design" whenever I've made enough money to buy one, I'll still go ahead and get one to satisfy my fetish for it!
Not at all. A8 was behind competition. LS and S class were much much better in every tech aspect and comfort. A8 looks are so boring and so 2000s. Audi is like Porsche keeping the design almost the same.
still is. classic and timeless. new ones are like kias. cant tell a4 from a8 and a6 looks like well, a4 and a8. reeeee
You had me laughing at "retired from the police force at 42 with full pension:
Close. Retired at 46. 🤣
I thought you all bought new Silverado half tons...
@@666cemetaryslut and at least 1 classic car !
Not if you work in Baltimore
And you deserve it, sir!. Your profession was a very stressful one, that many people could not handle. Thank you for being there for the general public.
A friend of mine had a V8 Q7... holy shit I’ve never seen a car break down so much and have so many expensive issues. I don’t think she even got to 90k miles before she had enough. Gave me a very bad taste for Audi.
ThTs what stops me from getting one, I have too much common sense to waste all that money on repairs. I love Audis, I want an S7 or Q7
@Jonathan McCully an RX350 in basically no way compares to a Q7, there's a huge size and capability difference not too mention the RX is entry level luxury while the Q7 is one of the highest end 3 row crossovers available
@Jonathan McCully Theres plenty of vehicles you could suggest that atleast compare to the Q7
I bought a 2008 A8L in 2017 with around 75k easy miles on it and have now driven it another 70k miles. No issues whatsoever except a couple of door lock actuators. The styling and quality of materials inside and out is fabulous. The look, the ride, and the rear legroom are all exceptional, huge trunk, and I could probably sell it for close to what I paid. And, here in Boston, it is fabulous in winter, and the aluminum body will not rust from the salted roads. Sorry if the OP got a lemon, these things do happen, but I love this car.
Yup. Bought a 2015 A8L TDI in 2020 for work as I sometimes need to do 5-7hr drives and it's been sublime. Can set the ACC at 80 and get around 700 miles per tank. Library quiet inside and the diesel engine has been amazingly reliable. Get the oil changed every 4k and put Mr. Marvels in the gas tank with every fill up. Have not had a single issue and am at 115k on the odometer. Bought it with 78k.
I always love your beginning monologues
" We're all bad......." just came out of no where. That, had me rolling....lol
That was pure gold :'-)
Had my last class today, I finally get to watch Bill all summer without worrying about homework lol
Well deserved and you'll learn a lot from Bill's videos.
🔥🔥🔥
31:18 "ya, we're all bad" Bill can't choreograph these any better!
Hey Bill, Funny just yesterday I decided to get myself better educated on the whole Audi brand. I drive a '99 W140 3.2L and enjoyed your accurate reviews on it. Now I get to hear your cheerful cherub-like commentary complete with the hearing of your continued love of Florida and its wonderful weather. I prefer to start at the top of a car brand so this is almost like you've been reading my mail.
Bill, sporting the snazzy watch on the wrist! Your reviews make my days enjoyable. I like to watch them first thing in the morning so I can think of inventive ways to tell people off while they smile in sheer ignorance.
All that's missing is a comment about the Asian Massage, great video to cap off the week!
Bill, you convinced me on the thing, it is true love on my part.
Bruh I just fell in love with this channel! SUBBBBBED.
Gotta love that blunt honesty! a full episode on --you don't want this- and, of course we all watch = D not a quick show- it just is with Bill!! .. you will easily melt a good part of your hour joyously listening to actual solid advice | though this 4.2 v8 is a really versatile motor.. i wonder how they last throughout its second decade
What an intro haha 😂, i love this review
I owned 2006 A8 back in 2007-12. Serviced it at independent shops, with rockauto parts. Had only few problems with the car, some warning lights (electrical) and 1 air strut. Sold it with 120k miles on it,before major suspension work and timing belt service.
Owned a 2008 W12 fully loaded for 9 years. Had around 300000km (185000miles) when I bought it 2014, now at 435000km (270000miles).
I must say it has probably been the best car I have owned. Not always easy to service and finding the actual problem can be a bit of a struggle because the car is quite complex, but nothing unexpected has broken apart in 9 years!
I do everything myself, because I have a shop and the knowledge and equipment to do it.
Repairs done:
-Gearbox cooling thermostat stuck open, replaced 18€ 1h labor
-Right rear brake caliper greased, was sticking 1h labor
-Replaced driver door handle, keyless sensor was broken (160€)
-Heater matrixes (2pc) replaced (250€) 2hour labor
-PCV rubber flaps replaced (45€) 1hour labor
-Front strut bellows replaced (2pc total 230€) 2h labor, not joking, it was as easy replacing steel springs!
-Replacing of blower motor next (80€) 2h labor
-2 rear park sensors, 20€ each (5min labor, could do it by just putting my hand inside the rear bumper)
-AC compressor blew apart, 250€ + filling 100€ around 7h labor
-Alternator bearings replaced around 20€ and 6h labor
-2 front driveshaft INNER boots 15e each, 2h labor total
-Replaced inner tie rod 30€ + 1h labor (aligned myself)
Then just normal services:
-Oil 12L and filter every year 150€
-Cabin filter every 2nd year 20€
-Fuel filter 18€
-Spark plugs 12€ each 144€ 2h labor
-Air filters 2x30€ every 60000km
-Replaced coolant 19L so like 60€
-Replaced transmission oil twice 6L and a filter around 150€ total
-Brake pads front 60€, rear 35€ (have ceramic brakes)
Best. Car. Reviews. Period.
Fact.
When I’m feeling down & depressed I just watch this guy’s reviews and laugh 😂 😂 into a better mood 👍👍👍
Bill is a mad genius! Tyler Hoover has just his next “Hooptie” and Bill just reeled him in like a flounder and he’ll overpay too!
I second that.
I love your videos for the sarcastic funny comments. These ate the best car reviews
It all depends on how it was maintained. They are phenomenal cars if you can find a good independent to take care of it for you.
I got both: I got my weather and I got an Audi review! Perfect!
These cars are just so easy on the eyes, and I love the way they drive. I couldn't imagine owning a 13-year-old model, though. 💸💸💸
Honestly you don’t come to these videos for the cars, you come for Bill
I bought 3 years ago 2004 D3 A8. 4,2 but it is NOT FSI; no carbon problems. 160 000 miles and no leaks at all and air suspension working great. Maybe I am lucky! What i have done is power steering pumb fix (under 300 dollars) and Webasto fix (under 300 dollars). Tiptronic is working great, only when it goes to third, you can feel it little "stronger".
Best thing about this car is the tires, can't go wrong with Indy 500's. Great review Bill!
First thing i noticed
My fav underrated car reviewer! Hilarious as ever.
Great video and your a funny guy. I own the exact same car 2010 though. Its expensive to maintain. The big problem with them is the drains getting clogged and water taking out the modules under the seat. But the car is amazing otherwise. Once you have the tools to repair such as VCDS and interface cable you can do everything yourself.
I love your videos you are great my friend
Only ONE Car Salesman on the Planet would title his ad, with said Title of this video……luv it, Bill, you make me laugh 😹
Even after Bill's review, I'm still getting an A8 Haha
I just bought a D4 A8L W12 and I am happy to say that the German ashtray situation ist still fine: it has 3 and a cigar holder.
Before I even watch his reviews, I faithfully push the "like" button!
Best car reviewer ever hands down
Another quick take, don't ever change Bill!
And to think he didn’t even get into his Audi history lesson!
I'm a technician and I own a D3 body style.. 06 Audi A8 L.. bought it used. My first question is how long for you think parts last on any car.. you will have to eventually make repairs. I made those repairs and have had no issues in the pass 20k or 2 years.. if you put cheap after market part on any vehicle you will get cheap results
Never heard such a well deserved rip on Audi. Heheheeee, my wife wants one. I think I will show her this video.
Some of the best stand-up car comedy I've heard in a long time. Very relatable and sometimes you need to get some perspective and laugh at all of it. Anyway, I'm off to go fix some random thing on my 2003 Phaeton W12 that just failed for no reason whatsoever. :-D
I have the 2011 model year, and it has been very reliable. Some rubber suspension bits wore out way too soon (it was an Arizona car) so the rubber dried up prematurely.
I bought it with 32,000 miles 4 years ago and paid $32K. MSRP was over $90K new. Since then, 1 set of tires, 4-5 oil changes at home, 1 ea.55K Service @$700.00, and $1100.00 in suspension R/R. I guess I have been lucky it was worth the gamble.
Trust me, you’re not gonna be lucky for long. Here’s the thing about modern German cars from the big three; you can usually get (at least) 100k miles out of them before there’s a major failure. But once you go past that, expect to start lighting money on fire, assuming you want to keep the thing. The standard for car reliability needs to be more than just getting 100k miles without a major problem. Classic Mercedes (up until about the W124/W126) had effectively no expiration date, and could be infinitely serviced and maintained whilst offering most (if not all) features of a modern car, without any of the gimmicky excess. Similar thing for Lexus and Acura, at least ones from the 90’s/00’s/10’s.
the 2004 to 2010 are way more reliable than the 2011 2019
Still the best in terms of reliability. the 2011 has the rust problem of the subframe in canada, the coolant crossover and the thermostat. No other big issues to 200k. And if you go to older 2004 to 2006 you have a toyota as long as you do timingbelts
Years ago, I had an Audi based passat. As soon as the warranty was over, it started calling apart. Plastic got brittle and cracked at the lightest touch. I parked until the lease was over and got a new car to drive so I would not get hit with lease return charges. That was my last volkswagen/audi.
Love this review mate
'Yeah we're all bad' 🤣🤣
Oh *uk I want this car 🙄🤣
I'd say that people that bought it for 100k in a saloon could cover the expenses with ease , thats just how it is...
The buyer who bought new had the warranty coverage. Ever notice how those that can afford never own these cars past warranty? Back in 2008 most BMWs in USA were leased.
Last I heard, at least 70 prevent if the European luxury brand cars are leased in the US.
Value decline on these cars is like watching the Hindenburg landing in New Jersey. Only the very committed or very foolish buy these cars after the warranties have expired.
Always need a good place to store car parts lmao 😂😂😆
Dammit bill love your damn reviews ! Brutally honest an I honor that
1:58 "This is going to be a rather quick take of this car." 38 min remaining on the vid.
5:28 - 6:03 thanks for the laugh I needed that
The only car salesman who's reviews I like b4 I listen..
Brilliant! You've reminded me of a bullet dodged. At one point, a used A8 was among the cars I was considering buying. I looked at that screen and thought, "One of my co-workers will fiddle with that damn thing and break it...". I ultimately bought a G8 GT.
I know that this is 10mo old but wow, I love the tutorial!! That was amazing! I was looking for a car with all the quirks of a jag but all the 8 ball storage of an s class.
This car is perfect for you! These remind me of the movie “the Transporter” seemed like a great car! I wonder what Audi paid to have their car featured 🤷♂️
Those Firehawk Indy tires are one of the best kept tire secrets on the market. They handle great in rain or shine and look so good that random woman have told me they like my tires. The price used to be cheaper but that goes for everything nowadays.
Rocking the Breitling on the wrist! I see ya mate :D
I have a 2009 S8 with the Italian V10. I love it and it's a pleasure to drive, when it's functioning. Incredibly expensive to own. You're right on so many points but it's so sexy. Not practical but still a thrill.
Poor reliability isn’t entirely a deal breaker. If it were, nobody would buy Audis at all. I bought a BMW E39 540i manual transmission knowing it had coolant issues. The coolant issues inevitably cropped up, I fixed them and I kept the car for nearly 10 years. Paid $12k for the car and about $10k in parts and maintenance. In total, it only cost $22k USD. No regrets.
I love Bill's hostility towards birds.
I think he watched the Alfred Hitchcock movie about them a few too many times when he was growing up.
I like the fridge & stereo system.You're asking for trouble on any fancy luxury car that's 13 yrs old.I'd love an SL55 Benz but don't like fixing super expensive gadgets.Everything has a shelf life.
Well, D3 is not analogue car from 90's, which can be serviced by any garage, and mechanic. My experience is, that it is very well reliable and durable, as soon as you are willing to give it proper maintenance by somebody, who really knows them, and understand them. You needs to bare on your mind, that if something went wrong on it, you needs to fix it, and not fake repair by deactivating it, because that will return to you really badly. In this case really is valid, reliability comes with it's owner, so if car have a lot of issue, the most likely previous owner was Jason Statham. :-D
I love Bill "a quick take"...40 minute video 😆
I love the way you jab at things and say they don't work even when you haven't given time for the function to be apparent :-)
So it's the humidity that makes me act like a grumpy old man. Thanks Bill for your valuable insight with regards to Car Guy's and our global climate.
The best video I've ever seen. Tyler Hoover and Tavarish have entered the comments...
"What's this channel in my recommended... Oh it's the car dude with the awesome stories!"
Another fun video
NBC Dateline did the hit job on GM pickups, both had to come back and offer retractions in their stories also. NBC admitted to placing explosives on GM trucks, 60 Minutes had to say after extensive studies it was driver error a bad design. I owned a Audi Fox 2 door coupe and never once mistook gas pedal for brake pedal.
I had a ‘83 Square Body bomb truck as my first vehicle. I bought an ‘84 last year. My very least worry in life is getting blown up driving one!
Nice short video (40 Min) you came right to the point :)
I think you were a little too negative on the car many things you pointed out might break but currently working so overall it seems like not a bad buy
the advantage of the on and off buttons being separate is so you'll know which one has broken when it fails. 😂
Your commentary and dry humor had me laughing for the entire video !
The ownership cycle of this car is 90 year old retired doctor > recent business school grad who finances it at 8% and overpays by $7,000 > middle eastern restaurant owner > drug dealer > 18 year old that picks it up from a sketchy dealership as their first car, buys it for $6,000 but is financed at a 15% interest rate.
Your videos are 40m long because you talk about the weather, trees, birds and your other videos. Combined, only 10mins of your vids are acc about the car. There’s nothing ‘quick’ about anything you do. Love you
Bill is terrified by this car. Hilarious as usual. We’ll get into that.
Design still looks really great!
Bill thinks he is Jason Stathem in the transporter
Everyone subscribe,this channel should have way more subs ,perhaps the fact Bill is relatively unknown on CZcams makes this channel so special to those who have discovered this gem
My little polish cousin with love Hilarious 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Ford has Bang and Olufsen speakers in my truck where the sound quality is spectacular. Thanks for your videos.
My plan with Audis is you drive them daily and mile them up. They run and drive so nice! Im not maintaining one after it’s 15 yrs old though. Honestly I think today’s Fords and GMs won’t be any better.
"It breaks faster than I can fix it", says the pro mechanic and shop owner who owns it. That patch of fog on the windshield tells us the vent controls have failed, which can be one of the absolute biggest nightmare jobs in a vehicle. The man was not kidding around, when he said that.
The fog on the window is condensation forming on the outside. Ac set to lowest temp and high fan speed will do that .. I would know, Ive had 3 D3's lol
Bottom line, don't buy a car needing a CEO salary to properly maintain when you are a secretary.
Showing it off does cost money.
This guy is a trip! Got me giving my Audi dirty looks now.
Up here in Grand Rapids Michigan, its been raining for 3 days straight and no signs of any sun for the next week. 90% humidity as well.
Yo I just drove from Sarasota Florida to Grand Rapids for the Gambler 500. I felt right at home with the humidity.