OT-Audi 2.8 A4, Any opinions? |
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OT-Audi 2.8 A4, Any opinions? |
RD Evans |
Nov 19 2005, 11:13 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 112 Joined: 20-July 03 From: Temple, TX Member No.: 923 |
Any opinions on a '97 2.8 A4? I have friend that has offered me car at a reasonable price. Really drives well and nicely appointed.
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chilli |
Nov 19 2005, 11:25 AM
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Older Than Dirt :-) Group: Members Posts: 220 Joined: 24-March 05 From: Sacramento, CA Member No.: 3,805 |
(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/sad.gif) It is an Audi -- nuff said
mike (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smile.gif) |
Mark Henry |
Nov 19 2005, 11:40 AM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
I hope you have deep pockets come repair time.
Nice cars...Porsche part prices. |
Kerrys914 |
Nov 19 2005, 02:06 PM
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Dear, the parts I just sold paid for that part ;) Group: Members Posts: 1,568 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Williamsburg, VA Member No.: 16 |
Most users/owner replace the timing belt very close to 60,000miles. Dealer calls for 90, 000 or 100,000 but the guys driving them stick to the 60, 0000 rule.
I have 62,0000 on mine and will replac eit this winter...DIY style. It's over a grand to do in the dealer. Around $300 a nd 2 days DIY'n it I have an '98 and just replaced the front sus...They creak real bad at some poit...They all do, so I have read. Check out audiworld.com Cheers |
nein14 |
Nov 19 2005, 07:23 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 838 Joined: 6-February 03 From: USA Member No.: 262 |
Just got a Lazer Red 2000 Audi S 4 BiTurbo , this thing is a blast!!! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/driving.gif)
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jgiroux67 |
Nov 19 2005, 07:44 PM
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Guitar Shredder Group: Members Posts: 593 Joined: 4-June 04 From: Turlock, CA Member No.: 2,157 |
Whats the front sus? If it has something to do with the steering then thats what is the matter with mine. It creaks all the time. But ya, they are good cars. Too safe and slow but they are still kinda fun. |
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Kerrys914 |
Nov 19 2005, 08:23 PM
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Dear, the parts I just sold paid for that part ;) Group: Members Posts: 1,568 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Williamsburg, VA Member No.: 16 |
99% sure you Lower Control Arms are gone. It cost me $500'ish to replace all arms up front. Not too hard but a full day with a jack and air tools.
Ya the A4's are slow but he S4 John has will MOVE out...I still like mine and it still looks good too. Maybe some rims next summer to fresh'n things up (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smile.gif) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/driving.gif) |
fiid |
Nov 19 2005, 09:49 PM
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Turbo Megasquirted Subaru Member Group: Members Posts: 2,827 Joined: 7-April 03 From: San Francisco, CA Member No.: 530 Region Association: Northern California |
It's interesting - the 2.8 doesn't seem to be radically more performant than the 1.8T. I bet the 1.8 gets better fuel economy and will be lighter to. I think the new 2.0T is probably the best way to go.
The V6 would probably be great in a 914 tho. |
Spoke |
Nov 20 2005, 07:23 AM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,978 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
I have a 97 A6 Quattro with a 2.8L. Engine is mapped for winter driving; low torque at low RPM so you don't spin the wheels in the snow. For the 99% of the driving that I do not-in-snow, I end up manually shifting gears when slowing down and speeding up.
100% agree with Porsche type repair prices although there's a good network of internet OEM Audi parts stores that will save you big $$. Example: Audi tie rod end: $75; TRW tie rod end: $19. Audi brake hoses (rubber piece from chassis to wheel): $35; OEM: $12. About the Porsche type repair prices, my local Audi dealer also sells Porsches and Mercedes... Creature comfort is as good as it gets with the Audi. Also the A6 is a fantastic road cruiser. Cruised 95-100MPH on a trip to Myrtle Beach on RT95 with no effort or road noise. I'd probably buy another Audi - used that is. They cost too much off the showroom floor. Spoke Attached image(s) |
solex |
Nov 20 2005, 08:42 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 789 Joined: 12-January 05 From: Long Island, NY Member No.: 3,439 Region Association: North East States |
I bought a new 5 spd 2.8 97 A4 Quattro and was generally happy with it although it did have a few problems (1) the sunroof mechanism need replacement (2) clock, which require the entire console to be replaced (2) the lower control arms. Other then that I did not have any other problems in the 3 years that I owned the car.
I would definately go for a the "sports" suspension, that was my only complaint in terms of handling. I now have a 03 Passat 1.8t the previous style B5 was identical to my A4. I can concurr that the 1.8T and the 2.8 are very similar in overall performance. Good Luck, Dan |
Cap'n Krusty |
Nov 20 2005, 10:29 AM
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Cap'n Krusty Group: Members Posts: 10,794 Joined: 24-June 04 From: Santa Maria, CA Member No.: 2,246 Region Association: Central California |
Like that's a bad thing? Seems you're behind the times on innovation, quality issues, and value. There are a number of Audi owners on this list, and most of us love 'em. Care to TRY to follow me through some twisties? Especially in bad weather? What other manufacturer has repeatedly seen its production based cars banned from racing because the competition complained they're too fast? Several popular automotive publications have voted this years A8 the best car in its class. The Cap'n |
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RD Evans |
Nov 20 2005, 04:58 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 112 Joined: 20-July 03 From: Temple, TX Member No.: 923 |
Thanks for everyone's input. I drove the car Friday evening on a 200 mile trip home and loved the way it handled. The price is right 5-6K and the condition of the car seems to be good. I may go for it and go ahead with a new timing belt first thing. Car has 120K, thus the low price. Mileage doesn't really scare me as I have a BMW 528e with close to 400K. Time to retire the beemer.
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DuckRyder |
Nov 20 2005, 08:39 PM
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Avatars Mode: OFF because of the recalcitrant few. Group: Benefactors Posts: 767 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Georgia Member No.: 110 |
That new A8 is an AWESOME looking car. Saw one in traffic the other day and could not stop staring. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/drooley.gif) I always wanted an A6 4.2Q too. Sorry for the Hijack |
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