Originally Posted by kbroz
Well, I just know in general they rank low on reliability ratings. That doesn't mean you can't have plenty of reliably cars. I also know a few people who own/owned them.
Of course, Mercedes historically hasn't ranked high on reliablity and that's what our Crossfires are...
German cars aren't (normally) my cup of tea, that's all. Mostly because of the styling.
You have to grant the German Car Industry that they where at the forefront of technology from ABS to direct injection for Diesel - and Gasengines, electronic controls, crash protection,etc. If always the known technology is warmed over it is easy to get a decent reliability record like the some of the Japanese cars but it can also lead to antic technology like the big three have and are in the process of upgrading! Unfortunately being at the top of technology also comes at a price, but singling Audi out is more then unfair!
I recall the damage done to this company years ago with the media ganging up on Audi for the "unattended acceleration" which after the fact was nothing else then a case of missing the breakpedal - naturally not reported in the media! And I don't like to see this kind of rumors started again!
Enjoy your ride as long as we all can. The cars as we know and love will go the way of the dinosaurs faster then we think.
HJM