Avants

I am looking for something I can work out of. I own an A6 Avant right now. What should you just replace with aftermarket parts as soon as you get it. I read a lot about boost leaks and failed turbo's. Is there just a solution to buy new hoses and diverter valves as cheap maintenance. I just want to go in with my eyes wide open so I can make sure I am not replacing two turbos in 6 months.

AC S4

- stealthy if you don't go for Nogaro or Imola
- power when you need it
- AWD for all-seasons
- very nice interior
- 19-21 city mpg

Most problems are minor. On the other hand, it's a roll of the dice with the turbos. I'm still on my stock turbos at 63K miles. Stage II at 10K, stage II+ at 26K. My commute is 60 miles per day and I've done 10 track days with the car.

Avants

I think I would go with a chip which you could switch back and forth for stock or high HP settings for winter driving.

moa4r

yes they are awsome daily drivers; get a warranty

dscottjr

for turbos.

FASTAXI

Maint. issues have been no more than any other car that I've owned. I feel that its a great complete package for everyday use. All wheel drive, fast, comfortable and pretty good on fuel.

moa4r

don't know about 19-21 mpg city; I can't do better than 16-18

GDJT Allroad^2

They are excellent daily drivers. Except if you slam into the back of a pickup truck like I did.

DanBotelho

Where can one look for a good 3rd party warranty? I'm looking for an S4 as daily driver, but it's out of warranty and has 68k miles.

AJN334

S4, the best daily driver their is! It has everything.