Best & Worst part II..and I need your help

Boston Whaler · 05-09-2008, 09:11 AM

HELP! As you can see I am doing research for a new car.

The new car is for my wife and she has only two requirements.
#1 - Must be AWD (we live on a nasty hill)
#2 - Must be a convertible.
Is Audi the only manufacturer making such a car?

This info is based on over 1,300,000 surveys.

The score is the overall reliability calculated as a percentage better or worse than the average of all cars.

#1 - Honda.......................48% better than average
#2 - Acura........................46%
#3 - Scion........................43%
#4 - Subaru......................38%
#5 - Toyota.......................36%
#6 - Lexus........................34%
#7 - Infinity.......................31%
#8 - Mitsubishi..................31%
#9 - Porsche.....................30%
#10 - Buick.......................20%
#11 - Mercury...................18%
#12 - Mini.........................17%
#13 - Ford........................16%
#14 - Lincoln....................14%
#15 - Hyundai...................12%
#16 - Jaguar.....................10%
#17 - Mazda......................8%
#18 - BMW.......................3%
#19 - Volvo.......................2%
#20 - Chrysler...................1%
#21 - Nissan......................1%
#22 - Audi.........................-9% worse than average
#23 - Kia...........................-9%
#24 - Saturn.....................-13%
#25 - Saab.......................-14%
#26 - Dodge.....................-21%
#27 - Suzuki.....................-22%
#28 - GMC.......................-24%
#29 - Jeep........................-26%
#30 - Chevrolet.................-32%
#31 - Volkswagen.............-40%
#32 - Pontiac....................-42%
#33 - Mercedes-Benz.........-57%
#34 - Cadillac...................-68%
#35 - Hummer..................-86%
#36 - Land Rover.............-153%

MarkP · 05-09-2008, 09:18 AM

I dunno who wrote that list, but my wife's 02 Benz E320 wagon has had only one non-maintainence issue in over 80k miles. The one she had b4 this one was similar in its lack of problems. My 03 Audi A6 has 107k miles on it and the only thing I've had to do is replace a catalytic converter. I like it so much I just ordered the turbo-deisel A6 that's coming out in Feb 09. Don't put too much stock in some list...

MarkP

Boston Whaler · 05-09-2008, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MarkP

I dunno who wrote that list, but my wife's 02 Benz E320 wagon has had only one non-maintainence issue in over 80k miles. The one she had b4 this one was similar in its lack of problems. My 03 Audi A6 has 107k miles on it and the only thing I've had to do is replace a catalytic converter. I like it so much I just ordered the turbo-deisel A6 that's coming out in Feb 09. Don't put too much stock in some list...

MarkP

Sorry....I should have listed the source. Consumer Reports April 2008 Best & Worst issue.

Sea Craft · 05-09-2008, 09:31 AM

So your wife is looking for an AWD convertible? How's this? and it does 190MPH.

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Bert Rodgers · 05-09-2008, 09:33 AM

You failed to mention price range. If you are looking under 30k
The Subaru Outback is the way to go.

Bert

GALAZIO · 05-09-2008, 09:41 AM

I have a SPOTLESS 2005 Audi A6 Quattro 3.2L loaded with every possible option including navigation. Midnight Blue w/Grey leather. Sport package (larger wheels). Tires are in excellent shape. 36,000 miles.

$27,000.

Sorry... I see it "must be a convertible"...

Boston Whaler · 05-09-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Sea Craft

So your wife is looking for an AWD convertible? How's this? and it does 190MPH.

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I like it!

But at over 100k I can't afford it, unless it comes with 50k in the glove box.

iguana1 · 05-09-2008, 12:57 PM

BostonWhaler

Just something to think about. AWD only really helps going up the hill, and a really good set of snows like Nokians will do a lot more for the downhill ride. THis could get you into the BMW 3 series with the hardtop....

whowantstoknow · 05-09-2008, 01:03 PM

why dont you get her a jeep rubacon...that might be my next vehicle...you can take the top off...

rugged enough to take on your "nasty hill"....or wildwood (is anyone else sick of the construction!!...my truck takes a beating everyday)

marlineer · 05-09-2008, 01:04 PM

Nice cars. Riktronic has one bad ass awd Audi. The car is very comfortable and with 6 spd.8 cyl. it is very fun to drive

. I have seen the Audi convertible and it has some very nice lines unlike other convts. which to me look like the rag-top was an after thought. Good luck!

Agitated88 · 05-09-2008, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by whowantstoknow

why dont you get her a jeep rubacon...that might be my next vehicle...you can take the top off...

rugged enough to take on your "nasty hill"....or wildwood (is anyone else sick of the construction!!...my truck takes a beating everyday)

Oh no, Jersey's talking about dumping the pickup...is she softening up a bit?

whowantstoknow · 05-09-2008, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Agitated88

Oh no, Jersey's talking about dumping the pickup...is she softening up a bit?

Hey, where you been? Called in to duty?...me soften up! never!

I got to say though....i am very impressed with the suggestions! Boston Whaler - Buy your wife an AUDI convertible...that would be the best mothers day present ever...maybe even the R8? (i saw a guy ridin around in one yesterday....they are even nicer in person)

Agitated88 · 05-09-2008, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by whowantstoknow

Hey, where you been? Called in to duty?...me soften up! never!

I got to say though....i am very impressed with the suggestions! Boston Whaler - Buy your wife an AUDI convertible...that would be the best mothers day present ever...maybe even the R8? (i saw a guy ridin around in one yesterday....they are even nicer in person)

I'm on duty twennyfosevn sweetie...actually we had some storms come through the last few weeks and they roughed up a few jets...me and the boys been burning the midnight oil getting em back into the fight.

neilinov · 05-09-2008, 05:09 PM

Get her one of these Pagani Zonda C12 F

RHoos22 · 05-10-2008, 07:47 AM

I just bought a Volvo for my wife. It runs great and its awd. I`m sure they make a convertable too

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05-09-2008, 09:11 AM	#1
Boston Whaler "If at first you don't succeed, don't try skydiving" Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: King of Prussia Pa. Posts: 122 Home Port: Stone Harbor NJ	Best & Worst part II..and I need your help HELP! As you can see I am doing research for a new car. The new car is for my wife and she has only two requirements. #1 - Must be AWD (we live on a nasty hill) #2 - Must be a convertible. Is Audi the only manufacturer making such a car? This info is based on over 1,300,000 surveys. The score is the overall reliability calculated as a percentage better or worse than the average of all cars. #1 - Honda.......................48% better than average #2 - Acura........................46% #3 - Scion........................43% #4 - Subaru......................38% #5 - Toyota.......................36% #6 - Lexus........................34% #7 - Infinity.......................31% #8 - Mitsubishi..................31% #9 - Porsche.....................30% #10 - Buick.......................20% #11 - Mercury...................18% #12 - Mini.........................17% #13 - Ford........................16% #14 - Lincoln....................14% #15 - Hyundai...................12% #16 - Jaguar.....................10% #17 - Mazda......................8% #18 - BMW.......................3% #19 - Volvo.......................2% #20 - Chrysler...................1% #21 - Nissan......................1% #22 - Audi.........................-9% worse than average #23 - Kia...........................-9% #24 - Saturn.....................-13% #25 - Saab.......................-14% #26 - Dodge.....................-21% #27 - Suzuki.....................-22% #28 - GMC.......................-24% #29 - Jeep........................-26% #30 - Chevrolet.................-32% #31 - Volkswagen.............-40% #32 - Pontiac....................-42% #33 - Mercedes-Benz.........-57% #34 - Cadillac...................-68% #35 - Hummer..................-86% #36 - Land Rover.............-153%

05-09-2008, 09:18 AM	#2
MarkP Hide- My Wifes Logged On Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Seacoast NH; E. Orleans, MA Posts: 150 Boat: Bertram 20CC, Bertram 25 Custom Home Port: Harwichport, MA Best Catch: Too many to list Occupation: Layabout	I dunno who wrote that list, but my wife's 02 Benz E320 wagon has had only one non-maintainence issue in over 80k miles. The one she had b4 this one was similar in its lack of problems. My 03 Audi A6 has 107k miles on it and the only thing I've had to do is replace a catalytic converter. I like it so much I just ordered the turbo-deisel A6 that's coming out in Feb 09. Don't put too much stock in some list... MarkP __________________

05-09-2008, 09:31 AM	#4
Sea Craft Sail boats suck Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 5	So your wife is looking for an AWD convertible? How's this? and it does 190MPH.

05-09-2008, 09:33 AM	#5
Bert Rodgers I think Admin is going to let me have this space Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,879	You failed to mention price range. If you are looking under 30k The Subaru Outback is the way to go. Bert __________________ gattcallemlikiseem

05-09-2008, 09:41 AM	#6
GALAZIO I think Admin is going to let me have this space Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Texas Posts: 1,172 Boat: SeaCraft Best Catch: Catch & Release...just ask her. Occupation: Auto Sales, Professional Golfer, Captain	I have a SPOTLESS 2005 Audi A6 Quattro 3.2L loaded with every possible option including navigation. Midnight Blue w/Grey leather. Sport package (larger wheels). Tires are in excellent shape. 36,000 miles. $27,000. Sorry... I see it "must be a convertible"... __________________ "The Central Bank is an institution of the most deadly hostility existing against the principles and form of our Constitution...if the American people allow private banks to control the issuance of their currency, first by inflation and then by deflation, the banks and corporations that will grow up around them will deprive the people of all their property until their children will wake up homeless on the continent their fathers conquered." Thomas Jefferson Last edited by GALAZIO : 05-09-2008 at 09:44 AM.

05-09-2008, 12:57 PM	#8
iguana1 Got fish Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 178	BostonWhaler Just something to think about. AWD only really helps going up the hill, and a really good set of snows like Nokians will do a lot more for the downhill ride. THis could get you into the BMW 3 series with the hardtop....

05-10-2008, 07:47 AM	#15
RHoos22 "If at first you don't succeed, don't try skydiving" Join Date: May 2005 Location: Point Pleasant, NJ Posts: 120	I just bought a Volvo for my wife. It runs great and its awd. I`m sure they make a convertable too