I'm looking at buying a used A8 with the adaptive air suspension, but honestly I'm a bit scared after reading about compressor failures and leaking struts that cost a fortune to fix at the dealership. A friend mentioned that if I ever run into trouble, finding a proper Audi Suspension Specialist Dubai (https://suspensionrepairdubai.ae/audi-suspension-repair/) would be way cheaper than going the official route, especially for things like rebuilding the valve block or replacing individual air springs instead of the whole set. Does anyone here have actual experience getting air suspension repairs done at an independent shop? I'm trying to figure out whether the potential maintenance costs are worth it for the smooth ride, or if I should just stick with a steel spring model and avoid the headache. Also curious how long these compressors typically last in our heat and dust. Any real-world advice would be awesome before I pull the trigger on a car.