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Wondering why you should buy an Audi certified pre-owned vehicle when you can grab a used car from a private owner at as much as $2000 less? Buying from a private used car seller may cost a bit less, but the risks of repair costs after purchase and the uncertainty of the most valuable components lifespan can cost exponentially more than $2000. The possibilities are literally frightening, and frighteningly likely to happen when you’re not buying certified-used from a reputable dealership:

ENGINE REPAIRS: There are hundreds of internal lubricated parts. The average repair for an internal engine failure repair costs between $2000 - $5000 if the engine needs replaced, and there may be symptoms present that are not detectable by the average used car buyer.

TRANSMISSION REPAIRS: There are internal lubricated parts, including seals, gaskets and clutches that work interdependently. The average cost of repair for internal failure cost between $2000 - $4000 or more for the average vehicle. Again, there may be symptoms present that are not detectable by the average used car buyer.

DRIVE AXLES and DIFFERENTIAL REPAIRS: Repairs to any of the vehicles drive axles or differentials can be very expensive, especially if they were not maintained. The average repair costs can range from $1000 - $2000 for an internal failure, more if the complete assembly needs to be replaced.

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE: ALL WHEEL DRIVE REPAIRS: These are also very complex systems that are very expensive to repair or replace, costing $1000 - $2000.

STEERING SYSTEM REPAIRS: There are 100+ individual parts (moving and stationary) - The average cost of repair is $500 - $1500.

SUSPENSION SYSTEM REPAIRS: There are many individual parts depending on advanced systems; the average cost of repair is $500 to $1000 or more.

BRAKE REPAIRS: There are many individual wearable parts not including the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) - The average cost of repair is $350 to over $1000.

COOLING SYSTEM REPAIRS: There are many components in the cooling system that are affected by the normal wear and tear of driving; the average cost of repair is over $400. Timing belt driven water pumps can cost over $900.

SEALS and GASKETS REPAIRS: Cylinder head gaskets and intake manifold gaskets are common failures to many vehicles; the average cost of repair can range from $500 to over $1000.

AIR CONDITIONER and HEATER REPAIRS: Many vehicles do not blow cold air. The seller states it just needs a tune-up charge of freon. This means the original charge must have leaked out somewhere over time. A professional inspector has many years of training and experience to detect where freon normally leaks from and may be able to tell with a visual inspection of the air conditioning components if evidence is present. - The average cost of repair can be over $1000!!

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPAIRS: Many electrical component problems can go undetected to the un-trained eye. The average cost of repair can be over $500. Source: National Auto Inspection Services

300+ Point Inspection on all Certified Pre-Owned Audi Candidates

When you're looking for luxury, don’t compromise quality for an extra $2000 up front. This is where the Audi Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program comes in; when you choose certified pre-owned Audi vehicles, you know that only the "best of the best" used cars qualify for Audi's certification program. The Audi Certified pre-owned Limited Warranty is extremely comprehensive. If there is remaining coverage from the Audi Limited New Vehicle Warranty at the time of Certified Pre-Owned purchase, the Audi Limited New Vehicle Warranty provides coverage (on the Certified Pre-Owned vehicle) until its expiration, either 4 years from the original in-service date or up to 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first. When the Audi Limited New Vehicle Warranty expires, the Audi Certified pre-owned Limited Warranty becomes effective and provides coverage for a period of 2 years or up to 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. The combined coverage may, but will not necessarily, provide coverage for up to 6 years and/or 100,000 miles!!

Don’t take the risk of buying privately or from a disreputable dealer! Visit Rick Case Audi to see one of the largest certified used car inventories in Atlanta! Serving Woodstock, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Lawrenceville and Cobb County with the best new and used Audi cars and the best value - Visit us online to find out more about how buying Certified Pre-Owned can be the best value and the best bet on your next car.

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Europe gets a treat with the sleek, efficient new A5, its good looks and fuel-efficient performance...

The turbocharged four-cylinder, 1.8 liter engine with 170 hp will peak torque at 236 lb-ft between 1,400 rpm and 3,700 rpm. The purpose of the new turbocharged engine is efficiency, and the new design develops a boost pressure of up to 19 psi. The turbine is made from a new alloy that can handle 1,796 degrees Fahrenheit without deforming. Boost pressure is electronically controlled precisely to deliver better performance with less fuel.

According to Audi, the new design has reduced consumption by 21%. The engine will average about 41 mpg, or 5.7 liters per 100 kilometers, with fewer emissions than its predecessor.

The engine puts Audi ahead of the Euro 6 regulations for emissions, which do not go into effect until 2015. The new powerplant eventually will come stateside, and the smart money says it will trickle down to the A4 and the A3 as well.

If you're interested in the latest Audi technology on US soil, there's no better place to go in Atlanta than Gwinnett Audi, where every new Audi purchase comes with a free 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty. From Alpharetta, Roswell and Sandy Springs to Decatur, Atlanta and Monroe, you won't find a better place for service. Personalize your service with your online account and save 5% on your next service (excluding tires), just for scheduling online... and you won't find better parts and service specials anywhere, like the peace of mind of price-matching any written tire offer plus free tire rotations for life. That's the Rick Case difference at Gwinnett Audi.

Source: http://www.autoweek.com/article/20110805/CARNEWS/110809920

It boasts low, odor-free emissions, plenty of torque and a 30% increase in fuel economy compared to similar engines, resulting in a purportedly-epic mileage from a single tank – 600 miles. Is that a reliable number? Yes; a week-long test drive from Brooklyn to Columbus, with a full passenger load (and one dog), won the Audi Q7 TDI a place “In the Maxim Garage.”
The leather interior feels even more luxurious when you’re listening to the 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system and peering out the three-piece sunroof, or dozing as a passenger with the ambient lighting and adaptive suspension. While Maxim may have deemed it a green, high-tech bachelor pad on wheels, all the evidence shows that the Audi Q7 TDI will have far more fans from the grown-up crowd.

Only at Gwinnett Audi in Atlanta will your purchase be packed with value; every new vehicle comes with a 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty, Rick Case Rewards membership that will help you save on future purchases or 10% on service, parts and accessories. Visit us online to cruise the best certified pre-owned Audis in Atlanta, see the latest Audis on the lot, and too many online specials to mention! Remember, with the strength of the Rick Case automotive family, you’ll find more lenders and Atlanta finance offers to make sure you drive off in the perfect car for you.

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The desire to decrease environmental impacts and reduce oil dependence is what’s driving businesses to look for vehicles with alternative fuels and green technologies. Just a few years back, there were only a few biodiesel or a small handful of electric-gasoline hybrids. Today green cars have become hugely popular and their options have also increased accordingly. With the introduction of the all-new, pure electric vehicles, the green cars are poised for a greater growth spurt. Entrepreneur magazine has now come out with “Wheels: Commercial Vehicle Guide 2010” to guide “go green” businesspeople to choose the best green commercial vehicle for their business. Gwinnett Audi, better known for new Audi cars and used cars in Atlanta, GA, is pleased to state that Audi’s A3 diesel passenger car with 42 mpg highway and 30 in city has been included in the list. The Audi A3’s 2.0 liter TDI clean diesel engine with impressive 140 hp and 236 lb ft of torque produces 30 percent fewer CO2 emissions than a normal gasoline engine. The power and performance it offers is undoubtedly one of the best in America and more importantly does not sacrifice premium features to score green points. A modern green car meant for today’s environment conscious customers, the Audi A3’s TDI technology leads the segment with class-leading efficiency and power. The A3 TDI has been recognized as “Green Car of the Year” by Green Car Journal for its environment friendliness. The A3 is definitely a good car worth looking at if one wants to go green yet enjoy all luxurious amenities. Stop by Gwinnett Audi anytime and explore the luxurious and green 2011 Audi A3 and drive home the Audi car of your choice with a fabulous special offer and the 10-year, 10,000-mile warranty that comes with every new Audi purchase, only at Gwinnett Audi!

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Gwinnett Audi, a leading Audi Dealer in Duluth, near Atlanta, Georgia, is proud to share the latest Audi news that the Audi A3 TDI has received Green Car Journal’s prestigious Green Car of the Year Award for 2010. This comes as no surprise since the Audi A3 TDI scores high on efficiency in spite of giving sports-car like performance. Eco-friendliness and performance luxury are generally seen as conflicting concepts; however, engineers at Audi believe that this divergent ethos can be blended to create the new-generation cars.

The Green Car of the Year award was established in 2005 and Ron Cogan, editor and publisher of Green Car Journal and editor of GreenCar.com, presented the 2010 award to Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen during the Los Angeles Auto Show.

The 2010 Audi A3 TDI has been greeted with enthusiastic response by Audi customers. The A3 TDI is not just one of the most fuel efficient cars, but also one of the most environment-friendly cars with low greenhouse gas emissions. This car uses TDI clean diesel technology which ensures automotive performance in an environmentally responsible way.

The powerful TDI 2.0 engine in the A3 gives an EPA-estimated 42 mpg highway fuel economy which is the best in any luxury car sold in America. All new A3 models now come standard with S line exterior equipment. The wheels have been upgraded and standard Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights are available on Premium Plus models.

Contact Gwinnett Audi, a leading Audi dealer serving the Atlanta, Duluth, Norcross and Alpharetta, Georgia areas to learn more about the 2010 Audi A3 TDI and other new Audi vehicles and incentives. Visit their online showroom and check out their extensive inventory of pre-owned Audi cars and Audi specials, or schedule a service appointment today.

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