Buying An Audi Demo

[DSLiverpool]

Never had an Audi before but sold my CLS55 and thinking of a S5 (mid life crisis), seems that these cars dont lose money, or at least in dealers they dont, 2 year old cars at 10% less than list !!!

I have seen a couple of nice demos available in a month or so but they are priced at full list plus extras - is this normal Audi sales tactics and the drop the price on haggling ?

So far the best deal is to buy a new one at 7.5% discount

Any more experienced purchasers got an input please

[Dr G]

If you have a look at the Q5 thread a couple of days ago there were a lot of comments from people who had deemed that buying brand new was better value than used.

S5s are very spec and colour sensitive but if it's the 'right' car (i.e. Phanton/Ibis with toys) then demand is very strong. As for a discount on a demo I've no idea; walk in with cash and waggle it under the sales manager's nose?

[DSLiverpool]

Thank you, that seems spot on. A S5 demo with all the toys and exclusive paint at £50k ie no discount, I will see what they can offer as I can get just over 7% off a new one.

DS

[Dapster]

I'd imagine any deal would be based on how close to the end of the month / quarter you are, and for how long the car has remained unsold. If you notice one still hanging around after a few weeks / months, then make an offer. Unlikely I'd say on an S5, but you never know.

[DSLiverpool]

Change of tac - the Mrs says i have enough 2 door cars and the next one is a family car so Ive decided an A6 3.0 Tip Le mans fits the bill - or should I say its Shergar in automotive form as you cant drive one / find one / no-ones seen one

Some great deals but I have to drive it first !!

[Dr G]

3.0 Le Mans is a cracking bit of kit

[DSLiverpool]

Thanks Dr G
Can you suggest a test drive strategy as a 3.0 petrol is hard to drive in any spec - nearest one is miles away