britsti

Guys, another almost new owner thread - I've been doing quite a bit of research on this site and am about to pull the trigger on a 2010 ISF , less that 10k miles, Nav/ML. It wasn't my first choice initially compared to the M3 sedan, and Audi S4 but it has grown on me and I love the engine/trans combo in the ISF - just seems smoother and as quick as Audi's DSG.

I was somewhat concerned with the ride harshness, versus a '09 M3 sedan and a '10 S4... I have driven a 2011 ISF, and do feel some difference in impact harshness, but not an awful lot and certrainly not enough to justify spending 15k more given the coilover or Tockio HTS options out there. For reference in the recent past I have had an E39 M5 (not that stiff), RX-8 (nice balance), 04 STi (harsh), 330i ZHP (a little jumpy), Fusion Hybird (super soft!).

With that said most 2010's seem to be low 50s with a few in the upper 40's. Assuming most people paid ~60k new (offered to me on a 2011) I am thinking anything below 47k on a 2010 is a good deal with less that 10k miles?

Thanks for the thoughts and anyone else give the '10 Audi S4 serious thought - thinking the waterpump issue on those cars is just the beginning of a long list of typical VW group issues.

Thanks.

cjimenRR

I almost purchased an 09' model with 9k miles on it for $43.9k. I later found on 08' model with 17k which I got through a friend for $39.5k. If you find an 10' below $47k it's a steal and you better pick it up asap. Most dealers know what these cars are and are willing to hold on to them for their asking price.

mls08

I saw a 2010 with M/L and 14k mi go for 47k ....

airvtec

iTrader: (1)

I don't think Audi S4 is quite comparable with M3 & IS-F. You'll have to step up to a RS4 on the Audi. But the price on the RS4 is much higher.