So I don't really know much about Audi A6's well Audi's in general. I saw a pre-owned 2003 Audi A6 2.7TQ Auto with around 84K miles on it. What are some things I should ask myself and the dealership so i don't get shafted and end up paying an arm and a leg trying to fix it?

Thanx in advance

 

Has the timing belt svc been done? look at the front suspension and check the CV boots and control arm busings. Both weak points. Push down on the front end, does it squeak or groan? There is a large belly pan, have the dealer put it on a lift and remove that pan. Anything wet under there or is the pan caked with gunk? How does it shift?

If everything looks good, buy it and enjoy. How much are you looking to spend. I've got a pretty nice '03 2.7 for sale in Kansas City right now.

 

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Something to keep in mind, either now or around 100k miles she may need her turbos replaced. Of course this all depends on how the previous owner(s) treated her. Get all the service papers/logs and/or at least the manual. Inside the manual should have the maintenance schedule in it where the service tech should have signed/initialed when and what mileage the services were done.

Take it to an independent mechanic that specializes in Audi before you buy. Usually takes about 30 minutes and they will tell you what kind of shape the car is in.

Other than that, enjoy finding your perfect Audi!

PS Research, research, research, then test drive, test drive, test drive! Find out what things you can't live without because you will regret it later when you hear someone else talking about heated seats and you don't have them!

 

It's an Audi. "end up paying an arm and a leg trying to fix it" comes with the name. If you aren't prepared for this, move on!

Bob

 

Second that.

 

gonna be buying a certified pre owned audi

 

If it's an Audi dealer and he did the servicing, asks for the history and then go over it carefully. Timing belt is necessary around 90k miles and it will set you back $1k at indie or $1500 at dealer. Turbos may or may not go - depends on how frequently the oil was changed and if they always used synthetic. I'm at 119k on stock and they sound ok still. Only unusual failure was the alternator around 75k and when I tried to re-wire my fogs I screwed up the ABS. I sent it out to a rebuilder and they couldn't find anything wrong and when it was re-installed, it worked fine.

Otherwise check every light, every accessory, look at the brakes and exhaust system (get it up on a lift), and check the condition of the tires. They could be a giveaway re suspension problems, esp if they are brand new.

 

Wow, thanx for the useful information...