I am going to be buying a 2000 Audi A66 Sedan 2.8L V6 Auto with 124,000 miles, hopefully soon from a seller and I have a couple of questions before I do buy it.

I have read that these cars have a lot of issues, is that true? If so, what issues should I look out for and check before I buy one?

I also read that the timing belt's need to be changed every 70K miles, but since this guy is a private dealer he doesn't know if the belt's have been changed. How would I know if the timing belt is good or has been replaced before?

Any tips about the car before I buy it? What to look for and check?

Thanks!

 

TB should have been done already sometimes there is a sticker on the inside of the engine bay that says it was done and when if your lucky but plan on getting it done anyways $1000-$1500 (also try the dealer if it was done at the dealer they can check the vin)

As for tips buy a 2.7t!!! with maintenance records.
DO NOT buy the audi your about to buy without past knowledge of the vehicle trust me im about to save you $3000 if you really have to buy it take it to a mechanic or dealer and get it checked out make sure they use a vag-com for any codes or past codes (its worth the $112 to have an audi dealer take a look IMO)

my advice is not buy. wait or a 2.7t with records i waited 4 months for mine every option available (auto back window shade, side shades, nav, two tone leather, on and on
2001 a6 2.7t

 

I Have a 2000 2.8Q and its a great car, if they are maintained right you will be fine. A good websight to check some reviews is edmunds.com. "All" Audi's are expensive if they have issues but thats the price to pay for the qaulity of the driving experiance. With the 2.8 liter you dont have to worry about problems with "turbo" cars either, just constant smooth power all the time. If your getting the car for a good price I would go for it, I love my audi and wouldnt drive anything else.

 

You don't say how much he wants for the car... At 124 K you could be haeded for a few large expenses...but it depends upon how much work you are willing to do and how much you send out.

In any case don't spend more that $3000.00 unless it has impecable records and a 6 mo gurantee.

 

I would argue to stay away from an 2000 or 2001 Audi due to the torque convertor seal problem (unless the torque convertor has been replaced). Shop around and find a 2002 or newer. I think you'll find the price is only a bit higher but the odds of a $5000 transmission repair go down greatly.

And, at the above mentioned mileage, in addition to the TB, be prepared to replace control arms, brakes, tie rod ends (inner and outer), oil seals, axle boots, ignition modules, coil packs, door switches, window guides and to fix washer and power steering leaks. Of course, the more of this that has been done, the better the car.

Good luck,

Bob

 

Torque converters fail hard up to 2004 models.
Expect all kind of oil leaks - mainly on the engine - that are common, typical and no need to be addressed (any leak will return back).
Despite the all maintenance history - having an Audi is a gambling-some people have luck, others - not so.
Besides, 2.8 might have not the power one expects from an Audi.
Embrace yourself for a new life revolving around your new toy. Ask yourself - what is your risk tolerance?

As already stated - if the price is right => go for it.

 

Do not buy unless it is checked out by a Audi certified porfessional. Go to a trusted car guy one that owns an Audi would be a great start.

 

Don't do it IMHO! I have one, and although it had full history and appeared to be in good condition, I'm afraid to say it has been just about the biggest piece of **** I have ever owned. Apart from the stuff mentioned before, everything costs a fortune, the mpg is appalling and the build quality/amount of known issues is shocking!! I just wish I'd found this site before buying one!

Just my experience though.

Stewart

 

My 2c,
make sure it does not have a CVT tranny.