Because they're cheap to buy but costly to fix, due diligence pays: get full service records, a specialist PPI with codes pulled and the car on a ramp, and verify title/history — some cars have hidden repo or damage pasts. DIY-capable owners report the running costs are very manageable if you do your own work.
Buying: verify history, get a PPI
Audi S8 (D3) · buying-advice