i convinved my freind to buy a 97 2.8 with 59k on it, stick(5spd) and its going for 5800. hes convinced that i like it b/c im a audi enthusiast but i actually think its a good deal. well hes gunna buy the car but what are some things he should look for i dunt want him to buy a peice of junk. so all u 2.8 owners what whould he look for before buying the car as far as maintence. im gunna print the car fax tomorrow. help guys

 

Make sure it starts.........oh and it has tires right?

 

yea it has both thanks

 

Convincing your buddy to get a 2.8, some friends huh lol j/k. For that mileage its a pretty good deal. Well you already know about the timing belt thing so need to talk about that. Just do a very thorough inspection to make sure everything works. The carfax report and vehicle service documents might help too.

 

thanks i know the 97 is a 12v do guys recomend maybe getting a 30v instead cuz i did some research theres not much out there aftermarket wise for the 12v's.

 

For 6K it might be hard to get the 30v or a 1.8T however both would be better than the 12v........

 

Yea theres really nothing except a supercharger for the 12v. It would be tough to pass up a deal like that. I'd buy it then sell it for a 99.5 1.8T, but thats just me. If he can wait then keep looking for a good deal on a 30v or better a 1.8T.

 

I may be wrong but I don't think the 12v even gets the super charger....

 

it gets a custom S/C.. if he is worried about maint. etc.. then the 12v is the best!! it is the most reliable of the A4 engines

 

Hell Id buy a 12v for that price and mileage.