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Old 03-08-2006, 07:39 AM
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How more/less reliable is 2000-2003 A8 vs. 1997-1999 A8?
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Default There seem to have been a number of internal trans upgrades.

That's the biggie.

Everything else, about the same, is my take.
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Default is that good or bad?

I somehow feel safe with my 4 speed CML box in my 96 car when I read the trans woes on the forum.
Maybe basic was good?
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Default Re: 4 speed CML

Hi,
I used to own an A8 with the 4 speed CML, had done 150K when the car was totalled, no issues at all with the box, I think the box is excellent as long as you service it at 40K, and the service book states this earlier unit should have oil changes at 40K!, so if you've had audi service it will have been done, unlike later boxes.

Much better than the much lower mileage, hunting 5 speed pile of s**t I've got now I'll tell you!!

Paul
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where are you paul?
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