You’ve scoured the internet, spent hours with used car magazines, and finally you’re nearing a decision. The mind’s eye has something in focus, and that something is a lightly used Audi, preferably one lady owner, only driven on Sundays.
But what are you looking for in your future car? The Audi camp has provided an embarrassment of riches to suit almost every requirement, from spacious Avants to indulgent Cabriolets. You can be pampered and executive in an A4 saloon, or carefree and swish in a TT Coupe. Sadly it would be beyond the reach of all but the most platinum of credit cards to invest in them all, so it’s likely that you will have an idea of what functions you need your car to provide. Whether it’s a family friendly run around that can handle the daily commute, or a nippy little piece of eye candy that implores you to take it out every weekend, Audi can cater to the most diverse requirements.
It’s a terrible cliché, but nonetheless true, that what you drive has some impact on how you are perceived. But tear that tired old concept right down! Because when you’re driving an Audi you just won’t care what anyone else thinks, you’ll be too preoccupied with the way the car makes you feel. And hopefully, that’ll be pretty damn good.
An Audi exudes class, with designs that wouldn’t look out of place on a catwalk. If an Audi were to suddenly transform into a human, it would be given access to any VIP area that it desired. It would become the new celebrity royalty, splashed all over the front page of Hello! every time it went out for milk. All because it would be gorgeous. Maybe it’s a good thing that anthropomorphism is not a physical possibility, because then we wouldn’t be able to drive such a thing of beauty.
And beauty is the keyword when Audi springs to mind. Yes, Vorsprung durch Technik and all that, but what everyone really wants, if they are truly honest with themselves, is a car that looks good. Fortunately Audi embraces automotive advancement that marries visual beauty with a beastly level of technology, ensuring that even if you’re merely focussed on the good looks of ,say, the A6 saloon you’re guaranteed a technical performance that will leave you satisfied time and time again.
The wide range of models and engine types available ensure that whether you’re looking for a bargain basement or designer label price, you’ll find something that fits the bill. For many people a used car is a comfortable and logical choice, and certainly with the economic tomfoolery of recent months it makes sense to look to the second hand trade for your next ride. Of course you’ll want to get the most out of your money, and a used Audi encompasses everything that even the most discerning buyer is seeking.
Grab the highlighter and start circling a few likely contenders, but don’t be too disappointed if you find that they’ve been snapped up if you take too long to deliberate. You have to be quick off the mark where an Audi is concerned, because the high standards of performance mean that everyone knows its worth.