W12 Engine (in an A8) anything to look out for?
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Vaguely considering a used A8 6.0 but concerned about the W12 engine. Are there any common problems or things to look out for? I guess it uses timing belts rather than chains so I'll check that they've been done if due.
I assume that the 6.0 A8 is more solid than the Lambo unit in the S8?
I assume that the 6.0 A8 is more solid than the Lambo unit in the S8?
I own a 54 plate W12 and can confirm they use chains rather than belts.
They are a bullet proof engine providing they have been serviced correctly at the correct time. (variable servicing)
I was considering selling mine if you are interested please email me
With regards to MPG the tank holds 90 litres and last between 240-310 miles depending on how you are driving.
I get approx 280 miles to the tank of mixed roads/driving styles.
Only things to look for (apart from the obvious) are corroded wheels and centre caps (too much acid cleaner), check the pads and discs for wear and make sure all electrics and interior trim are operational.
They are a bullet proof engine providing they have been serviced correctly at the correct time. (variable servicing)
I was considering selling mine if you are interested please email me
Edited by Elie on Saturday 25th October 14:45
With regards to MPG the tank holds 90 litres and last between 240-310 miles depending on how you are driving.
I get approx 280 miles to the tank of mixed roads/driving styles.
Only things to look for (apart from the obvious) are corroded wheels and centre caps (too much acid cleaner), check the pads and discs for wear and make sure all electrics and interior trim are operational.
Edited by Elie on Saturday 25th October 14:52
Elie said:
I own a 54 plate W12 and can confirm they use chains rather than belts.
They are a bullet proof engine providing they have been serviced correctly at the correct time. (variable servicing)
I was considering selling mine if you are interested please email me
Oh you sod, why couldn't you have been selling when I was looking.... could only get 4.2s at the time.... They are a bullet proof engine providing they have been serviced correctly at the correct time. (variable servicing)
I was considering selling mine if you are interested please email me
Lovely, lovely cars.
Elie said:
I own a 54 plate W12 and can confirm they use chains rather than belts.
They are a bullet proof engine providing they have been serviced correctly at the correct time. (variable servicing)
I was considering selling mine if you are interested please email me
With regards to MPG the tank holds 90 litres and last between 240-310 miles depending on how you are driving.
I get approx 280 miles to the tank of mixed roads/driving styles.
Only things to look for (apart from the obvious) are corroded wheels and centre caps (too much acid cleaner), check the pads and discs for wear and make sure all electrics and interior trim are operational.
12 - 15 mpg!!! They are a bullet proof engine providing they have been serviced correctly at the correct time. (variable servicing)
I was considering selling mine if you are interested please email me
Edited by Elie on Saturday 25th October 14:45
With regards to MPG the tank holds 90 litres and last between 240-310 miles depending on how you are driving.
I get approx 280 miles to the tank of mixed roads/driving styles.
Only things to look for (apart from the obvious) are corroded wheels and centre caps (too much acid cleaner), check the pads and discs for wear and make sure all electrics and interior trim are operational.
Edited by Elie on Saturday 25th October 14:52
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