Back in September 2021, I took a look at a very pricey and pretty rare Audi A8 – the W12 long-wheelbase model:
Well, if you wanted a more affordable version of this car, which stickered at an eye-watering (at least for Audi) $120,000 base price, you could get the still pretty punchy 4.2 model. These rang in some $50,000 less than the W12, but still offered 350 horsepower on tap, the same looks, and most of the same luxuries. You could opt in for some nice equipment, as well – including the Sport Package. It cost $4,000, but it gave you a lot of equipment…20″ Seven double-spoke alloy wheels with 275/35 R20 summer performance tires, adaptive air suspension, and a three spoke multifuction leather sport steering wheel with shift paddles. The $3,300 Premium Package added in parking assistance, window shades, and a power trunk functions, and this one was also ordered with four-zone climate control – on top of the plethora of standard features. For a bit under $80,000, then, you had a really impressive looking sedan with a boatload of space and luxury. What do these set you back today?
CLICK FOR DETAILS: 2008 Audi A8L 4.2 quattro Sport on eBay
Year: 2007
Model: A8 4.2L quattro Sport
VIN: WAUMV94E48N011379
Engine: 4.2 liter V8
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Mileage: 64,000 mi
Location: Skokie, Illinois
Price: $18,888 Buy It Now
2008 Audi A8 L Sport 4.2L 4dr Sedan
2008 Audi A8 L Sport 4.2L 4dr Sedan
Brilliant Black Exterior Over Black Leather Interior
Only Two Previous Owners!!!
Only 64,077 Miles!!!
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT LIST:
Premium Package ($3275)
-Keyless Start
-Keyless Entry
-Audi Advanced Parking System w/Rear View Camera
-DVD Navigation System
-Satellite Radio
-CD & MP3 Player
-Auxiliary Audio Input
Sport Package ($4000)
-Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-Temporary Spare Tire
-20″ Sport Design Aluminum Wheels
-Front & Rear Performance Tires
-Leather Steering Wheel
16-Way Power Front Bucket Seats Seats
-Heated Front Seats
-Memory Seats
-Power Lumbar Support
Adaptive 4-Corner Air Suspension
Bose Premium Surround Sound System
-12 Speakers
-Audio Pilot
Power Tilt & Slide Sunroof w/Pinch Protection
4-Zone Climate Control ($600)
Alcantara Door Inserts
Power Trunk Open & Close
Adaptive Cornering Bi-Xenon High-Intensity Head Lights
-Automatic Self Leveling
-High Pressure Retractable Headlight Washers
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS:
6-Speed Automatic Transmission
4.2L DOHC FSI 32-Valve V8 Engine
350 Horsepower
325 FT/LB Torque
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Traction Control (ASR)
Programmable Daytime Running Lamps
Cruise Control
Anti-Lock Brake System w/Electronic Rear Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
Torsen Torque Sensing Center Differential
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Illuminated Lockable Glove Box
VEHICLE HISTORY:
Clean Carfax
Only Two Previous Owners!!!
Only 64,077 Miles!!!
INCLUDES:
*1-Remote Master Key*
*Owners Manual*
*Floor Mats*
That’s right – with moderate mileage, these can be found for under $20,000 today. Condition of this one seems to be very good overall, and while it won’t be mistaken for a new car, it still looks new enough to impress. I’m sure they’re not without their faults; the air suspension will probably need attention in the not-so-distant future, and these engines also had timing chain tensioner issues that can be expensive to fix. Still, if you like your cars big, this one seems like a pretty reasonable way to get a lot – and I mean a lot – of car for your money.
-Carter
