Hi all just joined this morning as I have decided to take the plunge and finaly treat myself to my dream car for as long as I can remember, I know the cost of running etc and it still does not put me off, but could do with some advice from current owners, I have spent a few months researching looking at prices, models etc but dont want to jump before trying for a bit more sound advice. Looking at around a 2011- 2012 model in vogue spec or Westminster as that is about my budget limit, so many reviews on engines and correct me if wrong but is the 4.4 V8 the better of the diesel set ups? so many differing reviews but the TDV6 seems to have slightly more niggles.

will be a big change from my current car and getting some good trade in deals on it, but really think I need to get it right here regarding engine set up on the RR before pressing the button.
any advice would be greatly appreciated

Gaz

Welcome

Have a read through the wiki (top right menu under fullfatrr.com) as there's lots of good threads in there including a buyers guide.

The 4.4 TDV8 seems to have less issues, but there is an oil drain one (details in the wiki)
The TDV6 is only available in the newer shape L405
The diesel engine prior to the 4.4 TDV8 was the 3.6 TDV8 and the original one was the 3.0 TD6 - the 3.6 had a few more issues than the 4.4

A bit early in my ownership of my MY2011 4.4 TDV8 to give specific advice but would say research exactly what suits your budget and usage (mpg etc) before test driving. I'm glad I knew exactly what I was looking for in terms of vehicle and reputation of garage because the first one I test drove I had to buy. They are that impressive!

Thanks for the advice, much appreciated, I have been sort of erring towards the 4.4 V8 so think that is the route I will continue down, always best to take some advice from you guys on here who are already owners so big thanks for your help, got my eyes on a few out there, so hopefully not too long now until I get my hands on a good one and will post some pics as soon as its on my drive.

Not wanting to plug my own thread but, errr check out my own thread:

http://www.fullfatrr.com/forum/topic46035.html

If you don't fancy reading through all that the short answer is:

4.4TDV8

Dive in!
. Cheers, Greg
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2011 Vogue SE 4.4 with lots of toys in Stornaway

Wow cracking thread, fantastic and a stunning motor just exactly the type I am hoping to find in my searches, really keen to get one on board before the summer weather kicks in
much appreciated for your advice and yes its the 4.4 V8 without a doubt.
thats the A4 Quattro Avant been serviced and MOT'd so she will be going soon to make way.