Thinking of purchasing an Audi...

[heyraver]

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!

[ExTrEmEDrIfT]

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 !!

[Kunundrum]

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.

[busa4]

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.