The AUDI A8 (2003-07) 4DR SALOON QUATTRO 4.2 TDI V8 SE TIP AUTO is a large, premium four-door executive saloon, sitting near the top of the UK used-car market rather than among everyday family hatchbacks. Its understated styling and spacious cabin make it a refined alternative to a BMW 7 Series or Mercedes-Benz S-Class. With a powerful diesel V8, automatic transmission and Audi’s quattro all-wheel drive, it is well suited to relaxed motorway journeys, business travel and comfortable long-distance motoring. It will appeal to experienced drivers wanting quiet, confident performance and generous space, though its size and running costs make it less suitable as a first car or cheap city runabout. mycarcheck.com records show 238 checks across 80 distinct VINs; sampled cars averaged 143,000 miles, 4.3 previous keepers and a £4,000 private-sale valuation, with annual mileage averaging 6,000 miles. This A8 is distinctive, but check its history and condition before purchase.