 I started with 2000 4.2 and upgraded to 
a 2002 A6 4.2.
Silky-smooth V8 engine, plenty of 
torque... 
Interior: The leather feels soft and 
rich, the dash-board looks perfect, the 
instruments well placed, and the 
there's plenty of room for 4 adults.
Exterior:  Understated and elegant, 
almost a sleeper.
Handling is superb, rain or shine.  You 
WILL need winter-tires, but that's 
standard in this performance class.  
Excellent brakes, and four-wheel 
traction will make for fun in city 
traffic too.
If you know cars and can appreciate 
technology, buy an Audi and blend in -- 
it's a 50K car that feels like a 50K 
car should feel.