What should i look for
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What should i look for
Hey guys and gals, just want to say hey to all you guys and i look forward to contributing to this forum!
I am currently thinking of buying a 2000 or 2001 S4 and i really do not know a lot about Audi's as i have never owned one. The S4 is appealing to me as i really like the styling and the power is obviously a plus, also it has some luxury as well, great overall car.
Where i live (Canada) a 2000 or 2001 Audi S4 goes for around 28-30k! (Can afford that but don't think it would be wise) however after a quick search on the internet and ebay i see i can get them for around 12-15k US.
Long story a little shorter what should i be looking for as far as maintence and other concerns with this vehicle. i understand the timing belt must be replaced after 100k. Are there any major changes from the 2000 to the 2001 model year? any help would really be appreciated.
Mike
I am currently thinking of buying a 2000 or 2001 S4 and i really do not know a lot about Audi's as i have never owned one. The S4 is appealing to me as i really like the styling and the power is obviously a plus, also it has some luxury as well, great overall car.
Where i live (Canada) a 2000 or 2001 Audi S4 goes for around 28-30k! (Can afford that but don't think it would be wise) however after a quick search on the internet and ebay i see i can get them for around 12-15k US.
Long story a little shorter what should i be looking for as far as maintence and other concerns with this vehicle. i understand the timing belt must be replaced after 100k. Are there any major changes from the 2000 to the 2001 model year? any help would really be appreciated.
Mike
Joined: Nov 2005
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RE: What should i look for
welcome and the timing belt/tentsioner/water pump is an issue with every multi valve engine because they are classed as interference engines and that means if it breaks there is a very good possibility the valve will strike the pistons, but don't ponder over that too much otherwise you will never buy a car, keep the service up to date and don't cut corners its not worth it in the end and good luck on your fine motor
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Joined: May 2007
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RE: What should i look for
Hey,
I recently went through the search process for an S4 so I have some insights from my recent search. One of the things I was looking for was the 6-SPD MAN. I test drove 3 manuals and two of the three had really notchy and rough shifting. The owners thought nothing of it. Being used to smooth audi Manuals I was a bit bothered but didn't really pay it enough attention. The third car I drove was very much like I was expecting. Super smooth shifts. We are talking butter smooth. I am pretty sure the synchros were going on the other two manuals. One of the owners was a 20 year old who definitely thrashed the car. I got him to talk about some of his exploits against evos and wrx's drifting entered the conversation, and I knew the car was going to require more maintenence. Anyway, just my 2cents. hope it helps if you are looking for a manual.
Dcllanos
Currently
-2K S4 6 Speed -Bone Stock but sweet
My past Audis
1995 A6 Avant 2.8L-
1991 90 Coupe Quattro 20V
1990 90 CS Quattro 20V
1986 4000 CS Quattro
I recently went through the search process for an S4 so I have some insights from my recent search. One of the things I was looking for was the 6-SPD MAN. I test drove 3 manuals and two of the three had really notchy and rough shifting. The owners thought nothing of it. Being used to smooth audi Manuals I was a bit bothered but didn't really pay it enough attention. The third car I drove was very much like I was expecting. Super smooth shifts. We are talking butter smooth. I am pretty sure the synchros were going on the other two manuals. One of the owners was a 20 year old who definitely thrashed the car. I got him to talk about some of his exploits against evos and wrx's drifting entered the conversation, and I knew the car was going to require more maintenence. Anyway, just my 2cents. hope it helps if you are looking for a manual.
Dcllanos
Currently
-2K S4 6 Speed -Bone Stock but sweet
My past Audis
1995 A6 Avant 2.8L-
1991 90 Coupe Quattro 20V
1990 90 CS Quattro 20V
1986 4000 CS Quattro
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 12,826
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RE: What should i look for
6 speed is for the motorway lol, some people see T on the back and see green lights forever and that's okish but you grow out of it ( caution when buying a performance car ) because that's what its meant for and life span could be half that of a standard car
nice init
( caution when buying a performance car ) because that's what its meant for and life span could be half that of a standard car nice init
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RE: What should i look for
Thanks for all that advice. i am looking for a 6spd manual forsure. Also Dclannos what did you pay for your S4 and also what options, how many K and things like that were on it just so i can get a rough ballpark on price, you can PM or email me if you don't want to say. Again thanks guys, and i will forsure read the FAQ