Crown not exactly fall.
Someone from the soul rejoices in the new Renault Logan, and someone for the same money enjoy a used Audi. And the second option may not be less rational than the first.
We chose five of the most interesting of used premium cars that can, as they say, and a pleasure to deliver… and no pants.
Premium car service often cost several times more expensive cars of the middle class, many parts are more expensive and don’t have a cheap “Chinese” counterparts. And repair work labor-intensive, and therefore expensive.
Many people think that buying a used premium car is the result of serious diseases of the brain. Supposedly rational this purchase will never be.
Others believe that any troubles and problems pale in comparison with the sensations that gives possession even older, but the premium machine.
Among the variety of premium used cars optionally, you can choose some models that may not turn into a black hole for the family budget.
It is in any case not change the fact that buying any used car, you should give it a thorough diagnosis. Buying a pig in a poke, you risk simply to be the owner of a handful of premium scrap.
Audi A6 (C6)
At first glance, a paradoxical choice. Products of concern VAG in the XXI century earned the reputation of high-tech masterpieces, from which the first owner gets the pleasure, then acquire hemorrhoids and persistent hatred of all things German. Abbreviations DSG, FSI, TSI became common.
Over the years, the situation is slightly changing for the better. And not only because advanced technologies have become more reliable VAG, but rather because other manufacturers are switching EN masse to engines with direct injection, robots, variable speed and other innovations that provide more power, but less reliability.
Audi A6 of this generation, many fans consider the most beautiful “six” of all time. Prices on previous version (before 2009) had fallen below $15 thousand And for the money it’s just a great car. If you choose wisely.
Buy used Audi and not regret it afterwards is a difficult task. Important to remember a few things.
First, you should avoid series engines FSI, they are very capricious, and costly to maintain and short-lived. It is better to choose more simple and reliable atmospheric gasoline engines (2.4 or 3 years). Version with a 4.2-liter engine are extremely rare. Diesel engines from Audi are quite reliable, but to find a “live” diesel car very hard.
In addition, it is better to avoid variator – with Audi A6 drives well, but not for long, and repairs are very expensive. Therefore it is better to take either “mechanics”, or… four-wheel drive versions of the A6, as with the classic “automatic” front-wheel drive cars are not produced (they came only with the CVT).
Finally, even in case of successful selection of a used Audi will always be very costly in maintenance. Do not forget about it.
Toyota Aurion
Basically, in this price range Toyota Camry is the most expected option recommendations. Well, or Lexus ES.
But even more rare and exotic Toyota Aurion can be an excellent choice. It looks unusual and stylish that will help the wearer to stand out from the crowd odnolikih “bureaucratic” Camry.
This notorious reliability and maintainability Camry is present here in full. Still the Aurion is just a regional version of the Camry Australian build. For the model established only one engine – petrol “six” 3.5 liter combined with a 6-speed “automatic”.
It is highly durable and reliable, though a gluttonous combination. Gas installation – virtually an integral component of the model in modern Ukraine.
In short, you buy the same famous reliability of Toyota but in a slightly more interesting package.
By the way, there is a perception that the Aurion (as well as popular in Ukraine Prado) do not take if the car was produced for Arab countries. Like, supposedly there’s less metal, and the machines rot faster in our environment. The servicemen did not confirm this information.
BMW 7 Series (E65)
“Seven,” those years looked interesting of the five. And the money goes almost the same. So why deny yourself the pleasure to ride one of the best cars in the world?
Do not expect that the content of this car will be cheap. And better to try to avoid petrol motors N – series with a lot of problems, on the whole, the mechanics call them short-lived. For a car that is over 10 years, it is better to have more resource engine. For example, the 3 litre M57, which was put on dorestaylingovyh version, or diesel engine of similar displacement. With proper care and maintenance the demolition of these engines no.
Running with expensive stabilizers and dampers are actually quite durable. In General, the weakest link is E65 electronics (and here the sea), which often fails, and the repair costs sometimes amount of space.
But buying a decent copy, you will receive hardly probable not the most comfortable premium sedan in the history of the automotive industry.
Infiniti G35
Foes say that Infiniti is a “premium for the poor.” Well God bless this poor.
In this budget, “finik” with impressive features and is full of “meat” will be a few years younger than their German competitors. And given the relatively proven technology of those years, atmospheric engines, the classic “machines” – Infiniti can be recommended as a good choice on the secondary market.
In the opinion of service technicians, Infiniti (and Nissan in General) inferior to the reliability of Toyota (and Lexus), but have the option to buy in the same budget car fresher and with significantly less mileage. And in some ways – and more “fancy”.
For example, often occur G35 with all-wheel drive. Well, driverskit inclinations Infiniti is closer to Honda/Acura and the Germans, than to the imposing and quiet Toyota.
Lexus RX
Epic reliable car. Finding one in good condition, you will not only provide a comfortable means of transportation, but also insure yourself against endless travel on the services.
Reliable “atmospheric” engines, the classic “machines”, powerful pendant – a RX do not know major repairs to 300-400 thousand run.
But, of course, cars, which are poorly monitored, can be very costly to restore. In short, the machine should carefully check to see before purchasing.
It is important to remember that Lexus is not driversi brand. These cars will appreciate more relaxed drivers who appreciate a smooth ride, soft suspension and comfortable “taxiing” than sporty.
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