PSA: $100 off Audi Care or $150 off $250+ service/parts

**SleekS7** · 06-20-2019 07:05 PM

Came across this website and used the $100 coupon to buy my 55k/65k Audi Care Select prepaid maintenance for $779 today!

Screenshot of coupons for my local dealer, but the codes are the same for zip codes and dealers I tested in Illinois, Florida and Colorado.
Punch in your own zip code to get a coupon with your local dealers name or use mine.

www.audimaintenance.com Screenshot_20190613-082949.jpeg Screenshot_20190620-185252.jpeg Audicare.jpeg

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**mhagens** · 06-20-2019 07:30 PM

Never really researched Audi care. I have a 2014 c7 a6 3.0 with 41k on it. I just did the brakes.

Does it make sense to buy Audi care?

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**Gunmeister** · 06-20-2019 08:00 PM

Originally Posted by mhagens

Never really researched Audi care. I have a 2014 c7 a6 3.0 with 41k on it. I just did the brakes.

Does it make sense to buy Audi care?

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**daytona rs7** · 06-21-2019 02:47 AM

Audicare must be purchased before the 1st service that you are responsible for paying for.
MY16 would have needed to be purchased at the 15k service.

Audicare select, which the OP bought, can be purchased just before the first service interval that is included in the package.

I had a coupon similar to the second coupon in the first post, tried using it for Audicare, was denied. said it wasn't applicable to pre-paid service packages. Ive never seen one specific for Audicare. That is an excellent deal.

**Speedooooo** · 06-21-2019 04:11 AM

Good catch! Anyone looking for accessories could also get a good deal.

**Valpo A7** · 06-21-2019 04:52 AM

Audi care is a great deal . . . . . for the dealer. Now if you have no mechanical abilities, desire, or space to perform yourself it might be worth part of it or just go to an Indi shop and get it done for much cheaper

Looking at my 2012 A7 service for reference at the moment.

15k MAJOR SERVICE

Oil and filter change - price varies with dealer. Can be done at home for under $50. My dealer wants $200 but from what I hear from others they are very high. Many others have reported half that cost.
Brake system - check for damage, pad thickness, and brake fluid level. Its just a check, if all is good there is no cost involved just labor. Labor that can be done at home
Reset service reminder - can be done at home with VCDS or OBD11 $200 for VCDS but then you have it for the life of the car and longer
Check tires and spare - no cost just labor. I actually just take it to my tire shop and let them screw with it along with rotate and balance for free
Windshield washer fluid. Less than $2.00 per gallon at the grocery store
Wiper blades check - my dealer wanted $50 for a set that I got through Rock Auto for less than $15
Rotate Tires - see above statement
Check trans and final drives for leaks - no cost if nothing wrong.
Check battery - again no cost if nothing wrong
Check Cooling system
Some say to lubricate door hinges and straps. $3.00 for WD40 if you really want to
Replace dust / pollen filter - Much cheaper to buy your own and replace than at the dealer although the location on the A7 is a real PITA
Check engine compartment for leaks
Check exhaust system
Check axles
Lube hood hinges
Check horn function
Check front and back lighting
Remove and clean the plenum panel
Check ribbed V-belt
Road test
Lubricate sliding roof.

As you can see 90% of the "major service" is to check and see if anything is wrong. Very little cost is involved in parts or fluids. If you pay enough attention to your car while driving it every day the "official" check list should take you a matter of a couple hours at home. . . . or less.

**pfar54** · 06-21-2019 05:36 AM

My car had AudiCare on it when I purchased it used. If it wasn't for that, I would have never purchased it. You basically get 3-4 oil changes and then they check a couple of things for you. It's a waste of money.

**daytona rs7** · 06-21-2019 06:25 AM

the trans and differ services are expensive on these cars.
the spark plug change can also be PITA on the 4.0t.

depends how much you value youre time.

the above 2 services are the tipping point for Audicare to be worth it. even more so if you care about documented service history.

**bknewtype** · 06-21-2019 08:15 AM

DSG service I think is the most expensive , and worth it to have audi care

I was gonna get audicare till I found out my 35k DSG service was done @ 21k miles ( currently at 28k ). next DSG service I believe is at around 70k (?)

don't think audi care will cover that until I'm anywhere close to it. who knows if I will even have the car lol

**daytona rs7** · 06-21-2019 09:21 AM

Originally Posted by bknewtype

DSG service I think is the most expensive , and worth it to have audi care

I was gonna get audicare till I found out my 35k DSG service was done @ 21k miles ( currently at 28k ). next DSG service I believe is at around 70k (?)

don't think audi care will cover that until I'm anywhere close to it. who knows if I will even have the car lol

every 35k.
21+35 = 56k

**bknewtype** · 06-21-2019 09:23 AM

Originally Posted by daytona rs7

every 35k.
21+35 = 56k

I know i mean the scheduled would be at 70k so it would b a bit less( like u said 56k miles )

I change cars almost every year and only put 6k miles max cause it’s a weekend car. Think ill rid this before next dsg service

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**SleekS7** · 06-21-2019 02:12 PM

Originally Posted by mhagens

Never really researched Audi care. I have a 2014 c7 a6 3.0 with 41k on it. I just did the brakes.

Does it make sense to buy Audi care?

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Originally Posted by Gunmeister

Originally Posted by Valpo A7

Audi care is a great deal . . . . . for the dealer. Now if you have no mechanical abilities, desire, or space to perform yourself it might be worth part of it or just go to an Indi shop and get it done for much cheaper

Looking at my 2012 A7 service for reference at the moment.

15k MAJOR SERVICE

Oil and filter change - price varies with dealer. Can be done at home for under $50. My dealer wants $200 but from what I hear from others they are very high. Many others have reported half that cost.
Brake system - check for damage, pad thickness, and brake fluid level. Its just a check, if all is good there is no cost involved just labor. Labor that can be done at home
Reset service reminder - can be done at home with VCDS or OBD11 $200 for VCDS but then you have it for the life of the car and longer
Check tires and spare - no cost just labor. I actually just take it to my tire shop and let them screw with it along with rotate and balance for free
Windshield washer fluid. Less than $2.00 per gallon at the grocery store
Wiper blades check - my dealer wanted $50 for a set that I got through Rock Auto for less than $15
Rotate Tires - see above statement
Check trans and final drives for leaks - no cost if nothing wrong.
Check battery - again no cost if nothing wrong
Check Cooling system
Some say to lubricate door hinges and straps. $3.00 for WD40 if you really want to
Replace dust / pollen filter - Much cheaper to buy your own and replace than at the dealer although the location on the A7 is a real PITA
Check engine compartment for leaks
Check exhaust system
Check axles
Lube hood hinges
Check horn function
Check front and back lighting
Remove and clean the plenum panel
Check ribbed V-belt
Road test
Lubricate sliding roof.

As you can see 90% of the "major service" is to check and see if anything is wrong. Very little cost is involved in parts or fluids. If you pay enough attention to your car while driving it every day the "official" check list should take you a matter of a couple hours at home. . . . or less.

Whether Audi Care is "worth it" is subjective. If you are a DIYer or have a great indy shop that only charges like $100/hr, and/or don't have a 4.0T, it probably won't be worth it to you IMO. But some people also don't have the time or space to work on their car and rather have the simplicity of scheduling a service appointment, dropping off their car and driving away in a new Audi loaner.

Originally Posted by pfar54

My car had AudiCare on it when I purchased it used. If it wasn't for that, I would have never purchased it. You basically get 3-4 oil changes and then they check a couple of things for you. It's a waste of money.

On a 4.0T, that would have included DSG oil/filter or sport diff for RS7, and spark plugs on top of the standard engine oil/filter, cabin filter, air filter, and brake flush, so definitely worth it.
https://www.audiusa.com/content/dam/...ar-2015-v2.pdf

Originally Posted by daytona rs7

Audicare select, which the OP bought, can be purchased just before the first service interval that is included in the package.

I had a coupon similar to the second coupon in the first post, tried using it for Audicare, was denied. said it wasn't applicable to pre-paid service packages. Ive never seen one specific for Audicare. That is an excellent deal.

Originally Posted by daytona rs7

the trans and differ services are expensive on these cars.
the spark plug change can also be PITA on the 4.0t.

depends how much you value youre time.

the above 2 services are the tipping point for Audicare to be worth it. even more so if you care about documented service history.

Thanks Daytona rs7, these are the exact reasons I purchased my glorified 55k/65k oil change services, the $100 discount was just the cherry on top. I wanted the dealer documented service history to avoid eligibility issues when it's time to purchase the "big" 75k service. I've changed the spark plugs on my S7 already and to be honest I'd rather not do it myself again. Local indy shops quoted me about $600 each just for the DSG and spark plug change, so for $879msrp for AudiCare to have these done and an extra oil change is a great deal.

Originally Posted by bknewtype

DSG service I think is the most expensive , and worth it to have audi care

I was gonna get audicare till I found out my 35k DSG service was done @ 21k miles ( currently at 28k ). next DSG service I believe is at around 70k (?)

don't think audi care will cover that until I'm anywhere close to it. who knows if I will even have the car lol

The next scheduled DSG maintenance is with the 75k service. My 35k service was performed at 24k but I'm going by the annual interval instead of miles so I'll probably have my DSG serviced as part of the 75k service at about 60k miles.
There are mileage requirements to purchase different Audi Care select packages which can be found here: http://audilibrary.audiusa.com/servi...are/index.html The good part is you don't need to purchase Audi Care if you don't plan to keep the car.

**NewYorkS6** · 06-21-2019 04:11 PM

great find op. anyone try multiple coupon use on separate purchases?

**overclocked** · 06-21-2019 05:48 PM

If you have a car under warranty Audi can deny your claim if you haven't done their required service intervals of 10/20/30/40k I believe. The first service 10k is free, but 20k on out is paid. At the time of buying my new S6 last year the dealer said I have until the 20k service to decide. The cost of the individual services actually cost a lot more than the 1200 or so for the S6 so actually a good deal if you want to maintain your warranty and do the services IMO. I'll probably wait on this since I have another year to go before my 20k service, but this is essentially $100 of the 1200 for the S6.

**GuiltyBystander** · 06-21-2019 08:02 PM

It would be illegal for the dealership to deny a warranty on the basis of not getting it done at Audi dealership. Sign and date your own checklist. Keep receipts for the oil and filter, etc.

**SleekS7** · 06-23-2019 06:29 PM

Originally Posted by overclocked

If you have a car under warranty Audi can deny your claim if you haven't done their required service intervals of 10/20/30/40k I believe. The first service 10k is free, but 20k on out is paid. At the time of buying my new S6 last year the dealer said I have until the 20k service to decide. The cost of the individual services actually cost a lot more than the 1200 or so for the S6 so actually a good deal if you want to maintain your warranty and do the services IMO. I'll probably wait on this since I have another year to go before my 20k service, but this is essentially $100 of the 1200 for the S6.

It's actually $100 off $999 for the initial Audi Care (4 services) or $879 for Audi Care Select (2 services at a time) if you're already had your first 2 paid maintenance. For you and most new 4.0T buyers, it's much more cost effective to buy Audi Care to cover the first 4 services than paying out of pocket later. Especially when there's a $100 discount!

**cappyj** · 06-23-2019 08:36 PM

Originally Posted by SleekS7

Came across this website and used the $100 coupon to buy my 55k/65k Audi Care Select prepaid maintenance for $779 today!

Screenshot of coupons for my local dealer, but the codes are the same for zip codes and dealers I tested in Illinois, Florida and Colorado.
Punch in your own zip code to get a coupon with your local dealers name or use mine.

www.audimaintenance.com Screenshot_20190613-082949.jpeg Screenshot_20190620-185252.jpeg Audicare.jpeg

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Same dealership I was about to contact. SM Audi tried to charge me $1300. Did you have to go in to purchase it or can you do it over the phone?

**SleekS7** · 06-23-2019 11:30 PM

Originally Posted by cappyj

Same dealership I was about to contact. SM Audi tried to charge me $1300. Did you have to go in to purchase it or can you do it over the phone?

I went in person since they are local to me.

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**digdah** · 06-24-2019 07:13 PM

Originally Posted by cappyj

Same dealership I was about to contact. SM Audi tried to charge me $1300. Did you have to go in to purchase it or can you do it over the phone?

The price is printed on the Audi Care website. They can quote you whatever you want but it is in writing on their site so arm yourself with that info and walk in to purchase.

**cappyj** · 06-24-2019 07:46 PM

Originally Posted by digdah

The price is printed on the Audi Care website. They can quote you whatever you want but it is in writing on their site so arm yourself with that info and walk in to purchase.

Yes, and as the dealership pointed out, it's just the MSRP, dealerships can charge whatever they want. Because it's a public quoted price, I would venture that 99.9% charge the $999. Santa Monica Audi is just a very special place....

Thanks to the OP - was able to get the deal. To others trying to replicate, it's best to go in, and go straight to a service advisor. I tried calling and they transferred me to the finance manager (who normally sells the audi care packages). Except the coupon can only be applied to a service order. Once I worked out that confusion, it was a smooth transaction with the SA.

**Eugeinus** · 06-25-2019 07:41 AM

Just had my 55K service last week and bought the 55k/65K packages - calling now to see if they can reimburse me the $100!

**SleekS7** · 06-25-2019 12:52 PM

Originally Posted by Eugeinus

Just had my 55K service last week and bought the 55k/65K packages - calling now to see if they can reimburse me the $100!

Fine print says "not redeemable for advertised specials, previous purchases or cash", just use it for the 75k/85k package now. :)

**Audibot** · 06-27-2019 10:06 AM

Originally Posted by Gunmeister

Considering Audi Care Select for TDIs is now $1250 or so, it's really not worth it IMHO. I had done 35k and 45k via ACS, mostly for peace of mind (lowest mileage car I've ever purchased).

I'm going to use my indy when I'm >50k.

**daytona rs7** · 06-27-2019 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by Audibot

Considering Audi Care Select for TDIs is now $1250 or so, it's really not worth it IMHO. I had done 35k and 45k via ACS, mostly for peace of mind (lowest mileage car I've ever purchased).

I'm going to use my indy when I'm >50k.

$869 for tdi cars.

http://fd-warranty.com/assets/pdfs/v...re_my10-16.pdf

**Gunmeister** · 06-27-2019 01:58 PM

Originally Posted by daytona rs7

$869 for tdi cars.

http://fd-warranty.com/assets/pdfs/v...re_my10-16.pdf

I have a 2016 with 20k miles and I was quoted $1000 for audi care

**daytona rs7** · 06-28-2019 02:19 AM

Go to a different dealer and purchase. No reason to pay over msrp...prices are published by audi.

**Audibot** · 06-28-2019 04:54 AM

Originally Posted by daytona rs7

$869 for tdi cars.

http://fd-warranty.com/assets/pdfs/v...re_my10-16.pdf

I hope they honor that; I received something this year about Audi Care Select and the price was the $1249 I mentioned. It also had the text that anything older was no longer valid.

I think the FD document is outdated

**daytona rs7** · 06-28-2019 06:47 AM

audicare changed their pricing recently.

for example when i purchase my car (MY17 RS7) in early 2017, audicare was $1249. Now its $999. not sure when teh change happened, but i think all their prices went down.

there is no reason for a dealer to not honor Audi USA published pricing. bring a copy of the link with you.
The link to FD has pricing that can be found any a lot of places. here is another random Audi dealer site that has the same thing
https://www.audibrookline.com/audi-care-plan.htm

**Audibot** · 06-28-2019 06:57 AM

And I'm telling you the documentation I received had the opposite effect on my TDI. But as you said, dealer has final say.

Additionally, pricing is different for 2017+ models than 2010-2016 models. From Audi USA's website (emphasis mine):

2010-2016 Audi Care Select MSRP 2
Dealer sets final price. Plus applicable taxes. Tax on parts supplied may be due at the time of each scheduled maintenance, as required by state and/or local regulations where the work is performed. Please see your Audi dealer for details. per package
$799: A3, A3 e-tron®, S3, Audi Q3

$879: A4, S4, A5, S5, A6, S6, A7, S7, A4 allroad®, Audi Q5, Audi SQ5, Audi Q7, TT, TTS, TT RS, RS 3, RS 5, RS 7

$1,249: A3 TDI, A6 TDI, A7 TDI, Q5 TDI, Q7 TDI, A8, S8, R8

Also, from the link you just sent:

Audi Care Select

A3, A3 e-tron®, S3, Audi Q3 : $799

A4, S4, A5, S5, A6, S6, A7, S7, A4 allroad®, Audi Q5, Audi SQ5, Audi Q7, TT, TTS, TT RS, RS 5, RS 7 :$879

A8, S8, R8, A3 TDI, A6 TDI, A7 TDI, Audi Q5 TDI, Audi Q7 TDI : $1,249

**daytona rs7** · 06-28-2019 07:04 AM

seems the US and TDI cars don't get along. Audi is really screwing it to diesel owners to make up for the payouts? lol.

i find it hard to believe a RS7 is cheaper to maintain than any TDI, or the s8 (same engine as rs7).
I must have missed the new pricing isn't in you're favor. sorry. good luck but don't expect anything different (more or less) than MSRP.

**Audibot** · 06-28-2019 07:46 AM

Not your fault--just trying to set the record straight.

Pricing is probably because limited parts available now that they've pulled the diesels. But yeah, less service involved (no spark plugs; injectors & glow plugs are rated >100k miles for sure)...and that extended dieselgate warranty!

Fuel filter and oil are the biggest maintenance items, really.

**Gunmeister** · 06-29-2019 04:23 PM

Originally Posted by Audibot

Not your fault--just trying to set the record straight.

Pricing is probably because limited parts available now that they've pulled the diesels. But yeah, less service involved (no spark plugs; injectors & glow plugs are rated >100k miles for sure)...and that extended dieselgate warranty!

Fuel filter and oil are the biggest maintenance items, really.

**Gunmeister** · 06-29-2019 05:06 PM

Originally Posted by Gunmeister

**blabanieh** · 10-05-2019 12:22 PM

Thank you for posting this OP, pulled this up while at the dealer and got the instant savings... to the dismay of the dealer.

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**doublezero30** · 10-05-2019 10:33 PM

lots of misinformation posted in here. would take forever to address every post. couple quick points:

-Audi care is great for those not looking to DIY, those without the tools to do it, or those who want a trained tech working on their expensive to fix car. It essentially covers fluids, filters, and spark plugs. wear items like tires, brakes, and wipers are not covered (tire rotations and alignments also not covered). On certain some models it will cover a transmission flush and i believe on some TDI's it will cover a particulate filter (i might be wrong on this one...id need a tdi vin to double check). Audicare prices should be msrp. if the dealership is charging more go somewhere else.

-Yes lots of things are checks and easy to do. but a big one people dont understand is big is cleaning the roof drains and plenums. If these get clogged water goes inside the vehicle instead of passing through the drain and water intrusion due to lack of maintenance is not covered under warranty. That is outside influence. water damage bills add up fast. cleaning these without compressed air can sometimes be tough.

-lol at the person that thinks wd40 is a lubricant. White lithium grease would be more suitable for door/hood/trunk latches. and audi has a special lubricant for window tracks and sun roof gaskets to prevent noise and sticking. noise from sunroof area a lot of the time is just an improperly lubricated gasket. this is more prevalent on the suvs with the whole roof being glass however

Is it for everyone? no. sometimes its not worth it. but if you are going to have youre vehicle 3-4 years and 35-50k miles than id say for the average consumer/non DIY person....yes it is worth it.

**Gunmeister** · 10-06-2019 07:27 AM

If you buy a used Audi make sure you ask a reputable dealer to check if you already have Audi Care.

I waited in a Autonation dealer for 3 hours trying to get a quote on Audi Care. Once I got the quote I showed them this coupon and they would not honor it. I eventually disowned the dealer because they damaged my car and there service was garbage. When I called another dealer in my area (Audi Seattle) I told them I wanted an oil change and brake fluid flush and without me even asking anything they told me I had Audi Care and the service was free because of this. My next 2 services will also be included.

2016 A6 TDI*|*Mugello Blue, Pearl EffectExterior | Alabastar White Interior | Audi Exclusive Line | Eucalyptus Natural Wood Decorative Inlays | Prestige Package | Comfort Seating Package | Driver Assistance Package | S Line Sport Package | 20" Black Optic Package | Cold Weather Package | 18% Ceramic Film Windows | 70% Ceramic Film Windshield | Thinkware F800 Pro Dash Cam | Audi All Weather Mats*|1 of 1 for 2016

**doublezero30** · 10-06-2019 07:57 AM

Originally Posted by Gunmeister

If you buy a used Audi make sure you ask a reputable dealer to check if you already have Audi Care.

I waited in a Autonation dealer for 3 hours trying to get a quote on Audi Care. Once I got the quote I showed them this coupon and they would not honor it. I eventually disowned the dealer because they damaged my car and there service was garbage. When I called another dealer in my area (Audi Seattle) I told them I wanted an oil change and brake fluid flush and without me even asking anything they told me I had Audi Care and the service was free because of this. My next 2 services will also be included.

sometimes its the service advisor not the dealer. sometimes its both. but they should always be checking warranty, prepaid maintenance, and recalls whenever they write an ro. it all has to be stapled to the paperwork per Audi USA.

**Gunmeister** · 10-06-2019 08:19 AM

Yeah well Audi of Spokane is a joke. It's nothing but a mutual effort from each employee there including the GM to screw every customer that goes in there. Including my 78 yrs old grandma. I used this coupon to get audi puddle lights for $50 and haven't been back.

Originally Posted by doublezero30

sometimes its the service advisor not the dealer. sometimes its both. but they should always be checking warranty, prepaid maintenance, and recalls whenever they write an ro. it all has to be stapled to the paperwork per Audi USA.

**vee.em10** · 10-12-2019 02:55 PM

Originally Posted by SleekS7

Came across this website and used the $100 coupon to buy my 55k/65k Audi Care Select prepaid maintenance for $779 today!

Screenshot of coupons for my local dealer, but the codes are the same for zip codes and dealers I tested in Illinois, Florida and Colorado.
Punch in your own zip code to get a coupon with your local dealers name or use mine.

www.audimaintenance.com Screenshot_20190613-082949.jpeg Screenshot_20190620-185252.jpeg Audicare.jpeg

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Great find. Thanks for sharing! Do you know if it’s a one time coupon?

**kebabman** · 10-24-2019 03:53 PM

Thank you for posting this! I used the $150 one to get a discount on the labor for my diff install, the service advisor was very surprised but computer said yes so $150 was taken off.

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