The 2005 Audi A8L W12 Is Ultra Luxury For Under $30,000 

With all respect to Kennan, Doug reviewing cars solo is much better

Doug, you have a unique talent that fills a niche. The guests you have on the show are okay for garage videos (lists or trends) but they hurt your reviews

Having Kennan on these videos is about as cool as hosting a party with all your friends and then having your parents come home early to throw everybody out.

I don't know if I'm the only one but my mind is blown, knowing this amount of luxury was around in 2005! Really cool interior. If Audi made reliable motors, this would be a very very sweet road trip car.

As a Doug fan from day one. Solo Doug reviews are where it’s at.

I suspect most subscribers are harsh on Keenan because he doesn't bring anything new to the review. I think if he had his own segment of maybe background info of the engineering or design cues it would be a better value add. We like to watch Doug do the Quirks and Features, that's why we're here! That said, I am secretly hoping for a video soon where Doug trashes the car, it has been a while since we've had a review like the Corolla and Ghibli.

Brilliant as always Doug. This brings back memories of driving this tank. Enjoy the service and repair costs.

I thought this was the greatest luxury sedan in the world when it came out, this design really has a place in my heart. The total aluminum spaceframe body construction made the A8 1,000 lbs lighter than the Phaeton and the Bentleys. I've driven W12 Phaetons and the power pushes you back in the seat, but in a 1,000 lbs-lighter car, I'll bet it is deceptively fast. But still designed to do it without drama, as you said.

The moment you realize Doug slowly introducing Kennan to us, so he can take over this channel, like a dog owner who can’t take care of his dog anymore slowly introducing him to his new owner

Kennan seems like a nice guy. That being said, I'd rather watch Doug try to pitch a house than Kennan review a car

Finally, a D3 A8 review. How has it taken so long? So many RU-vidrs have a total blindspot for the D3 A8 and are surprised how great a car it actually is when they realize they exist.

I really love Audis. Got my start with an A6 and just fell in love with the way they drive. On my second one, now, and approaching 180,000 miles. No nightmare stories to report, and I'm still just as happy with it every time I see it, and every time I have a reason to drive it somewhere. And, for me, that's especially nice. My round-trip commute is about 150 miles. It would be torture in a car I didn't like...

Doug the kind of guy to shoehorn his friend into a presenting role so that he can float off on a raft made of hundred dollar bills and live it up on a beach for the rest of his life. Good for you Doug, success well earned.

Doug, id prefer it's just you I dont hate the other guy, I just like tradition

I had a B6 VR6 Passat wagon with the 3.6 VR6 (half of this engine) and it was pretty reliable. Loved the engine note as it’s considered by many as the best sounding 6 cylinder. Even tho it says V6 on the engine itself, the car got a single head…it’s basically an inline 6 with weird angled cylinders using one head. The engine itself is very very reliable, the issue is the plastic chain guides that get brittle and break away taking the whole engine with it. It should be changed at 150k miles. Other than that its very reliable and i wouldn’t mind driving two of those engines mated together. There is no room to work on but as i said the only issue seems like chain guides. That passat was one of the best cars i ever had and will definitely get another VR6 car whenever i see one.

This has always been my favorite car of all time, thank u Doug for reviewing it!

Please, somebody, stop Kennan from hijacking the channel. Sorry Kennan, nothing personal.

The sidekick presenter format isn't really working here. Nothing against the other guy but we come for Doug and all of Doug's "quirks and features". 😂

It DOES have a Sport Mode. It says S at the bottom of the drive shift stick, pull back once to enter sport. It also has Dynamic mode, so you can go Sport/Dynamic which will open up the exhaust valves and firm up the suspension making it feel more sporty.

Having owned a D3 S8, the D3 was SO far ahead of its time, especially inside. I’ve currently got a manual W8 Passat, I’m waiting for one of those to be reviewed!

Look, no hate on the other guy, but stick to making videos by yourself Doug

Doug is the kind of guy that thinks that reviewing cars with some guy is better than reviewing by solo

I own one of these and could never drive it on the road because I imported it from outside of Germany back home. Still in the process after dropping the engine several times because of neglected maintenance. The starter sound alone makes up for the work I put into it though. They also came with rear ventilated seats, Bang & Olufsen, a fridge that’s also powered by the solar roof and a mini bar in the rear center headrest. The exterior aged so well

The Kennan an Dough debate aside. This was THE car in that time. Such a change, audi still surfs on the succes of this innovation. Still a dream car to this day, hope to drive it once in my life.

You finally decided to review my car! I wished you showed more features like the wiper blades alternating resting position after each wipe, the air suspension's ability to raise and lower the car, and to soften or stiffen the dampers in Comfort and Dynamic mode, the bixenon headlights with cornering lights and adaptive front lighting (they move as you turn the steering wheel), the transmission's sport mode to hold RPM's higher, the amazing 12 speaker sound system, the 22 way adjustable power seats with massage, soft close doors, dual pane glass for sound insulation, headlight washing system, heated wiper fluid nozzles for winter, power folding-auto dimming and heated mirrors, etc, etc... Thank you for reviewing this!

i dont get the point of having guests when the entire appeal is doug i hate when channels change after getting big

Love my 2005 A8 4.2. Easy to work on, cause its a timing belt engine, air suspension struts not much different to change if it was a normal coil car, electronics last, as long as you clear the sunroof drains. 6hp26fla transmission is also good, if you don't constantly beat on the car. Steal for mint condition at $2200 at 125k miles.

My dad always drove the d3 gen A8 when I was growing up, many good memories and grew much love for the timeless design

The first A8 was very respected in Europe. Obviously not as popular as the S-Class or 7-series at the time, but people as well the press were praising Audi for this attempt of entering the luxury market with the first A8 model. The S8 model from the first A8 generation was also featured in the movie called "Ronin" starring Robert Deniro with its iconic car chase. That was the first big product placement from Audi, years before Iron Man ;)

This car is a great example of "Stealth Wealth". You just got a high-paying job and you want a nice luxury car that blends in. Those who know just know, and those who don't will pass it off as another regular car.

I don’t get it why people don’t like Kennan appearing in the reviews, he seems like a really good guy. He did a really good job in this video.

Kennan seems like a nice guy but I prefer when Doug tells us about the quirks & features

I appreciate how much bottomless energy Doug has when he alternates with someone else.

This duo thing has to stop. With all Respect to Kennan, we just want to SEE DOUG & ONLY DOUG. This is the first time I won’t watch a review from Doug! Pls return to how we are used to see you. Doug don’t forget, “ if its not broke don’t fix it”

This car is amazing. The interior is full of clever hidden compartments and has a great use of space

Gorgeous car indeed! Although there is one thing that really triggers me - it is that nearly all the opening panels don’t open softly; it would make such a difference in quality feeling!

I owned that car - especially after the Transporter movie came out and he was driving an A8 in it, a lot of us were obsessed with it. It was an amazing car but the reliability was so terrible, I can’t even begin to tell you. It was in the shop once a month - at least. Quarter of the year I was driving a rental because it was in the shop. And with deductibles on insurance, it was extremely expensive to maintain. It had so many features and an equal amount of things to break. It had auto leveling air suspension which broke all the time. The motors on the infotainment screen broke a few times. Auto trunk motor broke. CD changer got stuck. Some engine issues also with oil leaks. It was something every week! Oh - the water issue. The water would collect below the windshield because leaves and whatnot would clog the drain and then it would eventually start coming into the footwell inside the car. That happened a few times. But I loved that car and miss it. But it was a labor of love - super pain in the butt.

Doug the kind of guy who still has a DVD film library by his TV in the lounge.

Doug, you have driven that powertrain. Five years ago in your Phaeton review. About how long ago I got my Phaeton W12 6.0L. Favorite motor ever. 70K miles on it now, motor has been reliable.

Great car and a great team up there with your buddy, Doug

The D3 is such an awesome car. One of my Audis is a D3 S8 V10 and never get tired of it. P.S. You left out one very important thing. This A8 D3 W12 was the first Audi ever to have the single frame grille. In the beginning it was only the W12 version. First when the A8 D3 got a facelift, other engine variants also adapted it.

With all due respect, Doug's channel is growing into a pure advertising platform for cars and bids

No more Kennan for reviews. No more Kennan in the garage. No more Kennan period. Thanks.

I just got this car from my parents since they wanted to upgrade. I never really was in it when I went to visit them, so when I shipped it to me, I keep getting blown away with how nice this is. I've got an 04, but still it is very nice.

This guy again?!?! It's soooo much better when Doug is by himself

Doug, the kind of guy who refers to Kennan as his boyfriend

I always liked this concealed big powertrain luxury car design. It's almost like you got a casual road car, it functional, lot's of room, but it has the power and exhaust note of a supercar.

Gonna have to agree with the general conserus that Doug is a lot better on his own, Kennan seems like a super knowledgable guy and like others have said in the garage videos I think it is great to have someone else for some videos but for the reviews I think it really does change the vibe the reviews have had that a lot of people love.

Fun facts: 1. The previous version (the D2) was also offered with a W12 2. D2 had an aluminium body as well, so the D3 really wasn’t that special at the time like Doug mentioned 3. D2 was also offered with a long wheelbase 4. Doug states at 17:00 he never drove the “Audi” W12 yet 5 years ago he drove a Phaeton W12 🤷‍♂️

was excited about this review... until I saw Kennan. I'm not too excited about how much the Chernin Group has changed this channel. This is just speculation, but ever since then, it seems like he's included more people on his channel including on weekend uploads (which are fine), but now the duo reviews with Kennan... There are also the shorts that don't even seem like they're made by him, and him suddenly appearing on several other car RU-vid channels to boost his brand. On a side note, I'm sure Kennan is a great person and he's getting somewhat better at reviewing, but we all subscribed for Doug; not this.

2000’s - VERY early 2010’s was truly the golden age(s) of cars.

In college, I had a really good buddy who had one of these and it was simply the best thing ever, not sure if he watches RU-vid, but shoutout to Eric! - and thanks for selling me your old A4 3.0 6-speed - sorry it's engine broke but I know how to drive manual now thanks to you.

Kennan is cool, but I want solo car reviews from Doug. The channel is called Doug DeMuro for a reason.

This generation A8 looked like the best car in the world at the time especially with the release of "Transporter 2"

@:36 it’s the way he waves his hands in the air in every video 😂😂😂 I wish they both did it together 🤣🤣🤣

It'll be very hard to find another guy to match what Doug brings. There are duo's out there but this anit they guy! Respect!

I’m amazed at how technically advanced (for the day) this car is and that those gadgets appear to still be working. Kudos to Audi and the owner for building and caring for this car. Some of the tech (solar roof as in the new Merc EQS, keyless entry, and the driver screen) are just now being widespread today. Ok, so Audi may have been trying to keep up with the 12 cylinders in the Jag/Merc/BMW of the time and the A8’s base 4.2L V8 is a solid performer, but the fact that this car came out and is still operational is pretty amazing.

I don't like the other guy, just Doug

7:10 - That doesn't look like the original first aid kit; but Audi absolutely did intend for first aid kits to go in the rear seat armrest storage. My 2001 A4 (purchased on Cars & Bids!) had a perfectly-fit one in it.

Doug please review cars solo as you usually do that's what maybe all of your viewers would love to watch and i mean no disrespect to Kennan

Doug we watch your videos for your personality. Please don’t ruin the experience by adding your friends to the mix

Ya know how some people imagine they’re sleeping with a different person sometimes? I find myself imagining Doug when Kennan talks.

I am on the solo Doug bandwagon with ya'll but... For all the love I have to speand time each week watching Doug it is nice to see who Doug like to spend his time with as well :-)

I watch this channel because of how Doug review cars with all that talent that he have. Kennan is good but i just want how Doug do it.

Actually, putting your hand UNDER the door handle unlocks the door, without touching it, IF the system is fully operational. If you need to pull the door handle twice, the cables to the handle are most likely broken like on all of these (repaired several and I have owned 2 A8L W12's a 2006 and a 2008). :) I don't know if that rear door W12 badge is a US feature, but on EU cars it was on the front fenders on 2005-2006 models. 2007-2009 models didn't have it except front and trunklid. I can say, they are great cars, had a 2005 model from 2011-2013 and a 2008 model from 2014 onward. Now at 440000km without any major issues (only front air struts, heater cores, AC compressor and exhaust flex pipes) Have had a few non-car people suspect it is a A4 because it looks so subtle.

Doug is force feeding us Keenan until we like it

I’m sure Kennan’s a nice dude but there can be only one Doug. Reviews are much better when it’s just him.

Cool video , awesome car , and Kennan is doing a great job as well … I like it

Kennan is the little brother that mom would make you take with you so you can go hang out with your friends

That was also the vw phaeton's engine. The phaeton also had that solar panel for climate control (amazing to think that in 2004 a VW was more luxurious than Audi's flagship). The first gen A8 also had a lot of aluminum. I remember that cause my uncle had a 95 first gen A8 and he'd mention this all the time.

I like Kennan. I love hearing Doug, at the same time, I like the when Doug has guest on ‘more Doug’ because it’s a different voice to listen, which breaks up the continuity (in a good way). Plus It allows better videography if they’re trying to get better shots and angles.

LOVE that wood wheel. Talk about griping grain!

I own an a8 L w12 from 2016 and I gotta say it's super comfortable , builds up speed smoothly and is just an all around amazing sleeper luxury car , I think generally audis are slept on for some reason but they really are worth it to own .

Man, cars from the early 2000s looked so gorgeous.

Love the review! Love the W12!

its weird seeing someone else in doug's channel. but i like this guy

Such a great car but I come here to watch Doug review the car

That a8 is The transporter car. A car that Jason Statham should drive.

When the W12 was first released, I received an invitation from Audi to try the A8. The engine was so silent when I turned it on that I opened the driver window to check if the engine was actually running.

30 seconds in and Kennan is legit. Nice switchup

Kennan gotta go.

19:53 didn’t scare him but he felt some G force! 😂 thank you guys.

I'm blown away that the 2005 infotainment is the same exact system that was in my 2011 Audi A5.

An S8 is my dream full-size sedan. I’ve always drooled over these big body Audi’s

I was excited to watch this until I saw a second individual in the thumbnail

Kennan in the video? SKIP. With all due respect, we want doug alone in his videos.

nice video with doug and Kenen, please add bloopers in the last minute of the video if you want Doug

Thissssss is a miracle that it still works!

Plz don't this as criticism of any kind.Kennen is fantastic in garage talk videos.But in reviews,somehow i am not liking him. Reviews are Doug's THING.He mastered this throughout the years. So, i request doug to do reviews by himself and have kennen in other videos

most underrated Audi of all time, thanks for reviewing one!

Doug should make a video of him exploring and finding all the quirks and features of a car. Would be interesting to see his reaction when he finds something cool :))

I love this car. My dad's had 1 for about 2 years now and we are still finding new quirks and features lol. 1 thing to point out is at 19:55 you say, "there is no sports mode". But if you look at the gear stick 10:55 you will see an S under the D. That is sports mode.

I'd love to see solar panels integrated into the roof of vehicles now. I know they won't generate enough for EV's, but to charge laptops, phones, etc, or to help keep the cars battery charged / emergency jumping of some sort, would be pretty cool.

Such a Nostalgia to see the W12 A8. Transporter Baby!!!!

I adore this car and the styling and interior being conservative just mean that 20 years later it is still a good looking thing with gorgeous interior

As soon as I saw Kennan I went straight to the comments. I was not disappointed.

Doug, we love you Doug Kenan, go away

Doug please do solo reviews. This feel like the “new Coke”.

Great car and video.

Great video