1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
05-16-2007, 02:35 PM
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1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
Mark
for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
Mark
05-16-2007, 04:51 PM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
I wouldn't be worried about buying it but realize that all the 'goodies'
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
05-16-2007, 04:51 PM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
I wouldn't be worried about buying it but realize that all the 'goodies'
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
05-16-2007, 04:51 PM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
I wouldn't be worried about buying it but realize that all the 'goodies'
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
05-16-2007, 04:51 PM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
I wouldn't be worried about buying it but realize that all the 'goodies'
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
will likely need some attention. Nothing serious but DIY wrenching can
save you quite a bit if you want to keep everything like new. That's not
saying that there are any known issues but just that time catches up
with mechanical things.
Quattro will like outlast most other components. Check for any obvious
leaks but if none it should be good.
If the Timing belt / water pump haven't been done do them right away.
Plan on these at 65 - 70 K intervals.
With this mileage you should expect to replace wheel bearings. The will
probably cost $175 - $350 per corner unless you DIY. Parts cost is about
$80 - $100 per bearing and needs a press or bearing too to replace.
The V6 has a reputation of leaking valve covers and cam seals. these can
be replaced but it is more than an incidental procedure that is beyond
most DIY projects and will probably cost $400 to $600. If this is the
cause of the loss of oil you will be able to smell it when driving. It
is not a progressive issue and you can avoid the cost if you are willing
to put up with the minor oil smell (it drips on the exhaust manifold and
causes the smell)
Any maintenance issues are a lot less than new car payments over two or
three years.
I have driven four Type44 Audis to 200K and more without any issue with
the Quattro.
If you like the car, go for it.
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
05-17-2007, 11:32 AM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
--
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> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
--
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05-17-2007, 11:32 AM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
--
Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
--
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05-17-2007, 11:32 AM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
--
Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
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05-17-2007, 11:32 AM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
377 wrote:
> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
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> I have a chance to buy a two owner 97 A6 Quattro with automatic trans
> for $4500. It has 134K miles and only a few minor body dings. It has
> Bose audio, moon roof, almost new Michelins, memory seats and lots of
> other goodies. It looks great, drives great, no accidents, good
> service records, has no mech probs that I can see. I noticed that high
> mileage Quattros dont sell for much at all. Is there some mechanical
> disaster looming soon? I have owned Audis before but never a Quattro.
> I was astounded at the difference in handling on a winding road
> compared to a non Quattro Audi. Feels like it is on tracks. Anything I
> should know before buying? Has the 2.8L V6 and uses about a quart of
> oil every 1700 miles, but looks from the records like it has always
> done that even when young. Any advice greatly appreciated.
>
> Mark
>
I've had a '98 A6 Quattro wagon (automatic) for just over a year now -
bought it when it had 170K miles on it, but had someone look it over for
me and they gave it a pretty good thumbs-up. So far nothing too major -
had to replace a transmission sensor, and later the brake lines all
around, but it's been dependable and a nice highway car for road trips.
More recently picked up a '97 A4 Quattro 2.8L (5-spd sedan) with 170K
miles on it as well, and am VERY impressed with how it feels & drives.
Has needed nothing mechanically (although it's only been a few months now).
I'd just get it inspected by a good independent Audi shop first, but
otherwise would go for it!
Good luck.
Bart
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05-17-2007, 01:42 PM
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Re: 1997 A6 Quattro, good car???
Thanks for the feedback guys! Very helpful. Thanks for taking the time
to respond. The car had the timing belt replaced 3000 miles ago so
thats a significant expense I have dodged for a while. I LOVE the way
Quattros hold the road on a tight turn, a totally different experience
from a FWD A 6. I am going to get it checked out by a dealer and buy
it if nothing horrible shows up.
to respond. The car had the timing belt replaced 3000 miles ago so
thats a significant expense I have dodged for a while. I LOVE the way
Quattros hold the road on a tight turn, a totally different experience
from a FWD A 6. I am going to get it checked out by a dealer and buy
it if nothing horrible shows up.
