Not all vehicles are created equal. If you happen to be a billionaire, you might own a Lamborghini, whereas the average American owns something standard like a Honda Civic. No matter what car you drive, you probably care about how it looks and understand that sometimes cosmetic damage may cause other issues to your vehicle that negatively impact your driving. This makes repairs and maintenance, including body work, an important point to consider when buying a vehicle.
So, if you are considering purchasing a new or used vehicle, or are just wondering about your dream car, here is a short list of some of the most expensive vehicles for auto body jobs to help you.
Most Expensive Vehicles for Auto Body Jobs
1. Audi A8
As of this year, 2016, the Audi A8 ranks 4 out of 6 for Super Luxury Cars. Brand new, one of these luxury vehicles boasts a price tag ranging from $80,000-$100,000. One leaser of an Audi A6 (similar to the Audi A8), stated that she had to take the vehicle into a “certified” auto body shop because Audi does not directly service their own vehicles. Her total repairs ended up costing around $30,000 due to the materials used in construction and the complexity of the composition of the engine and its components.
2. Mercedes Benz S-Class
This particular vehicle ranks number 1 out of 6 on the U.S. News Best Price Program. Depending on the feature package you select when purchasing a Mercedes, a brand new S-Class will set you back anywhere from $95,000-$250,000. These cars are the ultimate German luxury vehicle and only highly trained mechanics should be allowed anywhere near yours. Mercedes is a stickler for detail and maintains the highest quality in all of its vehicles, and that’s what you’re paying for: the epitome of the luxury lifestyle.
3. BMW 7-Series
The BMW 7-Series rounds out our list of the top three most expensive cars to own and maintain. Fully loaded, the price tag rings in around $97,000, consequently putting it at number 3 on the same list as the previous two entries. Not only do these vehicles use the most high-quality materials they can, but they require constant upkeep by BMW certified technicians. Any vehicle that costs as much as a house is going to burn a hole through your wallet when it comes to repair costs because of the materials, specialized parts, configuration of the engine, frame, and other components. One mechanic said of BMW repairs, “the bolts alone cost $6”.
