Members of the auto industry haven’t been getting much good news lately due to the recession, but solid sales by Audi in October could get buyers interested in used S4s in New Jersey.

For most people, buying a car is a big purchase and they want to be sure they are making the right choice before making the investment. A number of factors can affect consumer confidence and the financial health of the manufacturer who produces the new or used car a person is thinking about buying is often an issue.

Few people want to buy a car made by a company that is failing or no longer exists. Last month, Audi sales trailed the company’s record high by 1.1 percent, which could inspire people to buy the company’s new and used vehicles.

One of Audi’s most aggressive models was the 2002 S4 sedan. These vehicles came equipped with a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 that produced more than 260 horsepower, so they normally attract a lot of attention on the used car lot. The S4 was redesigned in 2003 and then again in 2005, but the 2002 still looks quite modern.

If Audi’s sales performance keeps up, consumer confidence could improve and there could be more interest in used S4s in New Jersey and elsewhere.