I hear all the time that s4s are unrelaible but never from anyone that has a s4. I would liek to know what exaclty are the probelms ppl are having iwth them? I know about the turbo but thats it that i have speciafically heard. Oo and a probelm with a chip but thats not a s4 problem thats a mod probelm. Plz help me. I really want a s4 but i wnat to know what im getting my self into.

 

Only problem that I have had is the driverside Turbo failed. I bought mine certified used and it only cost me $50 and they replaced both turbos to boot. If you are nervous I'd say buy a certified one and not have a worry in the world for 2 years. Thats my opinion and experience talking so take it for what its worth. Great car imo, and good luck in your searches.

 

yea i would get the warranty. If its just the turbos maybe i should get one iwth more miles liek 100,000 on it. And then buy a warranty for it from where ever i buy it. I owuld like it it my mechnaic could do the service for the warranty so i could pay him extra to replace things better liek clutch with a RS4 and teh turbos with K04. I would just pay him the difference.

 

Excuse my ignorance.. but I know there is a post in audiworld (sorry I dont have the link)
that has alist of common problems that lead to the common turbo failure - ie: f hose, TBB etc. etc.
basic things to look for when byuing an S4. basic maintenance and upkeep will do wonders.

 

i know the link i posted on here but its not first hand expierence. I want to know what ppl taht drive teh B5 s4 have actually ahd go wrong. And FYI here is the link: http://forums.audiworld.com/s4/msgs/1407640.phtml

 

anyone else have anything to add?

 

I bought my 2002 S4, certified used and it has always ran very well. The only thing I have had a problem with is the bose stereo. It kept frying amps? Took it in and they finally found out it was the retard who owned it before me. Did his own install and crossed some wires. My parents have a 2000 s8 with 125.000 miles on it and it has never seen the inside of an audi service center. I beleive they are good cars. My 0.2 cents. Good luck

 

thanks. Im looking at getting this 2001.5 with 62,000 mi. Its a great deal i just need a small loan from my dad (since im only 17) and i have to pay for my cars and thing s that go in my car.

 

Don't forget about the insurance, that is a large cost esp. for a 17yr old.

 

dont worry i all ready have teh quot efor a 2000 and 2001. Its not bad, Its aorund 120 more for a 200 or 180 for a 2001.