What's up people?
I'm thinking of purchasing 1998 Audi A4 2.8 Quattro
with 101K miles, for $5,800. I might trade in my
95 Jeep GC.. Not sure yet...
So i'm curious now.. Overall, how are the Audi's?
Are they a big money pit?
What are the common problems you guys
run into?

Thank you for your help!

if you know how to work on cars then it will save you money parts can get expensive , one main common problem on the b5 platform i have encountered is the front motor mount bushing going bad , as long as you keep up the preventive maintenance things should go well .. i have 135k on my '96 and have not had much problems .. good luck !!

I personly would not buy a 2.8 with that high of a Milage, and would go for a 1.8T it's a pretty bulletproof motor as long as the turbo are kept in good condition.

the 1.8t with a as easy as a chip will have more Power and torque than the V6.

I have seen the VW 1.8t engine with over 600 000km but never seen a v6 with over 200 000km on the original engine. (not to say it's not possible)

I personaly advise the 1.8t engine as a better choice in this particular vehicle.

make sure you get a detailed service history. also make sure the t-belt has been recently replaced. you dont want to have that belt replaced on your dime.