Yes, I did once own an Audi back in 1975-80, biggest POS I ever owned. Unbelievable amount of stuff crapped out.
A friend had a 5000 in the early 80's and had similar experiences.
Both cars were fine when new. Just junk components. The reason for their wretched resale value? Dunno if Audi learned their lesson and sources quality parts now.
“Yes, I did once own an Audi back in 1975-80, biggest POS I ever owned. Unbelievable amount of stuff crapped out.”
I had one about that time too. Mine was a LS 100, had a four cylinder engine. What was unique about it, besides being junk, was that it sat north/south in the car. The only other front wheel drive car that I’m aware of with the engine positioned this way was the 60’s Olds Toronado. About the sludge; I lived in Texas at the time (still do) and the AC sucked, car had an undersized radiator which caused the car to run hot in the summer especially with AC on, especially when in town. I’m guessing that running hot all the time baked the oil in these cars. Anyway, I unloaded the POS pretty quick. Bought a 72 impala with 350. Great car, great engine. And, AC WORKED GREAT :) !
So you're the bastard that sold that POS to me! I agree, I will never own a GERMAN car again.
A friend of mine used to sell Audi’s, Mercedes, BMW. and even Jaguars. He said NEVER buy a used Audi without a GOOD warranty. The cost of repairs is crippling. Same with BMW, but they were more reliable.
Not to mention the S5000 slipping into reverse on its own.
That sort of hurt the resale value too.