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Which 1999 A8 do I have? Trying to find some parts
Hi guys,
New in town, so to speak, as you may have guessed. :) I've got a 1999 Audi A8 that I acquired recently and I'm trying to sort out which one I have, pre-facelift or post, and which parts diagrams apply to my vehicle. The vagcat.com site offers me two options to pick for my model year and I'm a bit confused about what one I need. I assume that they relate to pre and post facelift versions. Here's what I know from decoding my VIN: Year: 1999 Engine Type: 4.2L V8 DOHC 32V Make: Audi Driveline: all-wheel drive Model: A8 Ground Clearance: 4.80 in. Trim Level: 4.2 Quattro Front Brake Type: Disc Manufactured In: GERMANY Rear Brake Type: Disc Body Style: SEDAN 4-DR Anti-Brake System: 4-Wheel ABS Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive Standard Seating: 5 MPG Hwy: 25 miles/gallon MPG City: 17 miles/gallon Tires: 225/60R16 Wheelbase: 113.00 in. MSRP: $65,000 USD Curb Weight: 3902 lbs I think that's the important stuff, at any rate. If more details are needed I'd be happy to provide them. The site offers these options: 1999 >> 4D-X-004 999 4D. 1999 4D-X-005 001 >> 4D. Any help would be most appreciated, I'm trying to identify part numbers relating to the front bumper cover, related trim (lower grille etc.) and the headlight washer assembly, as well as the interior armrest and the little piece of trim that goes behind the driver's side rear door. I think I can locate them myself on the diagrams, I just need to know where to look. Additionally, any hints regarding determining my exact color (the car is a silver color, but I know luxury cars often offer a variety of silvers and near-silvers, the interior is a dark color, black or similar) would be most appreciated. I love my new-old A8 but the PO did a number on the bumper cover (and had it repaired in such a manner as to make me cry!), one of the washer pumps is siezed, and somehow they managed to break off the driver's side half of the armrest. On a final note, any suggestions on part sourcing would be appreciated. I'm mostly hoping to pick up used parts in the proper color so I can avoid a repaint. The dealer pointed me in the direction of Shokan Used Audi Parts in NY but advised that "they know what the parts are worth" leading me to suspect I'd be facing near-dealer parts. I'm located in Massachusetts. If any of you happen to be active on the aformentioned site, I apologize for reposting the same content here but I noticed that the board there seems infrequently visited. :S Regards, Jon |
post a picture of your front end and I'll tell you if it's a facelift car. I have both a 99 and an 01. Or just e-mail me. reddsqirrel@gmail.com. I stripped a 99 A8 and have quite a few used parts on hand. The color code should be on a white sticker in the trunk, spare tire well. that sticker has a bunch of info. I'm not greedy selling parts...
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Hi Josh,
Thanks for the reply. I'm actually 90% positive now (I think I figured out the ETKA code) I have a pre-facelift car but it'd be nice to have your confirmation. Photos can be found here. As you can see the bumper is in rough shape. Based on the assumption that this is a pre-facelift car I have put together the following shopping list:
Also in need of whatever parts are needed to fix my headlamp washer on the RH side, Audi trained mechanic I know says its siezed, haven't been able to clearly determine what part I'd need for that. Sorry for the delayed response, been busy as heck lately. Spent 14 hours yesterday into today (overnight) replacing the rear bumper cover on a 2011 Chevy Traverse for a friend. NEVER AGAIN. (Literally had to take every body panel off the rear end, as well as the rear wheels and wheel well liners, just to get the old one off!) Jon |
Also for reference, here is the info I was able to get from the build sticker.
Color Codes Exterior LY7M L5 - Alum silver metallic Interior N3Q/BT - Anthracite Leather Option Codes X9A = National sales program USA B0A = Component parts set without country-specific design requirement C09 = Operating permit, alteration G0Q = 5-speed automatic transmission for four-wheel drive vehicle H1Y = Front tires 235/35 R19 91Y rear tires 225/35 R19 88Y xl J0W = Battery 410 A (88 Ah) M74 = 8-cyl. gasoline engine 4.2 L/220 kW V8 Motronic, OBD 2 (California) base engine is T7W Q1A = Standard front seats 1BA = Standard suspension/shock absorption 1AH = Electronic differential lock (EDL) 1G5 = Space-saving spare wheel, same size (same rolling circumference) as originalequipment tires 2PR = Leather steering wheel, heated 1N3 = Speed-related variable steering assist (Servotronic) 5RW = Right exterior mirror: convex (US) large viewing field 5SG = Left exterior mirror: flat T7W = 8-cylinder gasoline engine 4.2 L Unit 077.5 (aluminum) 0JK = Weight category front axle weight range 10 4UB = Air bag for NAR 0YT = Weight range 18 installation control only, no requirement forecast 0G7 = Tiptronic 8UQ = Radio "concert" for USA 8GT = Compact alternator 90 - 150A 8RY = Speakers with BOSE sound 1KD = Disc brakes, rear 1LT = Disc brakes, front 3FE = Electric slide/tilt sunroof with sun screen/sunblind 1BA = Standard suspension/shock absorption |
1999 a8
wow, you definitely have enough info on your car. I have the same car. my wife drives it daily. awesome car, and I think better than the facelift cars. won't go into the details, but they just seem better. more solid, motor is better etc. less horse power but better. I don't think I can help you on the parts you need sorry. those items are just plain hard to find, and hard to find for a good price too. try europe, seriously. especially for the arm rest. the lower grilles you can get on ebay brand new from Latvia for about $50 for both. OEM too. not sure about the lower center grille. what is the bumper insert ? is it the big aluminum curved tube that the cover goes over ? I have 2.
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Do you still need parts? I have parts from two A8s plus extra left and right front fenders. One A8 is a 2000 but most of the parts are the same. Also have all window motors, computers, console and radio parts. Also has a transmission on the 2000. Engine seized when it ingested water. Don't know if it is rebuildable.
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