A6 2.7 TDI SE 2008 common faults

[skanks]

Im looking to buy an Audi A6 2.7tdi SE.
Its on a 2008 plate and is 12.5k

After having a few nightmares with my current car (vauxhall)
I'm asking if there are any common faults that I can expect with owning an A6. And how much i should budget for repairs.
I have had a look at some warranties but they seem very expensive !

any feed back greatly received.

[blueg33]

If its multitronic you need to reserve a fair amount.

My car is a 3.0tdi the only real issue has been with MMI CD and phone which has been done 3 x times under warranty at £1400 a go. Its been fine for the last 2 years though.

[skanks]

No it's a manual.
what went wrong with the MMI?

[kieranjholland]

looking at a 2007+ 3.0 tdi so interested to see where this goes as I'd imagine the issues would be similar.

Moving from an Volvo S60 with no issues whatsoever so not keen on moving onto a motor that will provide me with issues...

Edited by kieranjholland on Saturday 30th July 23:27

[blueg33]

skanks said:

No it's a manual.
what went wrong with the MMI?

Phone module failed taking the cd and radio unit with it. Also affected the sat nav.

Couple of things to look out for.
Check there have been no spills in the front cupholders as there is a vulnerable ecu under there

In an avant check reart wash hose in boot isn't leaking as that kills sensitive electrics

If its a quattro all 4 tyres must be same tread pattern and similar levels of wear

[Seeker UK]

I had a 2.7 TDI for a year and no real problems bar a replacement CD changer.

It took an age to get up to temp tho' not sure if this is normal but I could drive 10 miles and it wouldn't get warm in winter.

Only major problems I've heard of is with the 3.0TDI in which some have had the chain stretch and a replacement is an engine out job.

[blueg33]

Seeker UK said:

I had a 2.7 TDI for a year and no real problems bar a replacement CD changer.

It took an age to get up to temp tho' not sure if this is normal but I could drive 10 miles and it wouldn't get warm in winter.

Only major problems I've heard of is with the 3.0TDI in which some have had the chain stretch and a replacement is an engine out job.

Have to say7 I have never heard of that fault, I dont think Dr G or TameTech on here have mentioned it. 3.0tdi is reputed to be one of Audi's best in terms of longevity. Pre 2006/7 cars had issues with injectors

80k miles on mine and all is well.

[Raven Flyer]

A6 2.7 2006 here. Parking sensors sometimes don't work but other than that, faultless in 2 years. Gives 26 around town and 41 on my weekly 180 mile trip to Reading.

[Seeker UK]

blueg33 said:

Have to say7 I have never heard of that fault, I dont think Dr G or TameTech on here have mentioned it. 3.0tdi is reputed to be one of Audi's best in terms of longevity.

When I say "major" I mean, "wallet-busting" not common.

Sorry for any confusion.

[blueg33]

Seeker UK said:

When I say "major" I mean, "wallet-busting" not common.

Sorry for any confusion.

Ah, ok, thats a relief

[Dr G]

I've heard it mentioned but never actually come across it, can't think of the number of 2.7/3.0 diesels we've sold either. Comment above is fair, probably like the chains on the V8 going in that a few keyboard warriors make the problem sound more common than it is.

Flap motors now and then (which can be repaired rather than replaced), did the first set of injectors in years a couple of months ago. Even the clutches on manual cars seem to last quite well.

[skanks]

Is the 2.7 (08) timing chain or belt?

All in all seems like a good car, which is good because i have bought !

[Seeker UK]

skanks said:

Is the 2.7 (08) timing chain or belt?

All in all seems like a good car, which is good because i have bought !

Chain.

Hope you enjoy it - I loved my 2.7.

[milu]

Just had mine serviced yesterday at 120 k miles
Everything good apart from what seems like an intermittent manifold flap fault.
I wasn't aware of it but it was stored in the OBC.

I would be interested to know of a repair if available....although I do have a warranty.

[Raven Flyer]

milu said:

Everything good apart from what seems like an intermittent manifold flap fault.

Have you married my ex wife?

[Simon73]

Hello, I have just put down a deposit on this little lady. It is immaculate with 22k on the clock. I'm looking to sell the original Audi 19" wheels for something a bit smaller. They do look the business though. Could anyone recommend a nice wheel to put on it.

Thanks

[blueg33]

Personally, I think that smaller wheels make the car look low rent

[SteBrown91]

Simon73 said:

Hello, I have just put down a deposit on this little lady. It is immaculate with 22k on the clock. I'm looking to sell the original Audi 19" wheels for something a bit smaller. They do look the business though. Could anyone recommend a nice wheel to put on it.

Thanks

Those wheels were a very expensive and desirable option. I would deffo keep them.

[Simon73]

I know what you mean. The guy put everything on it. Pan roof, full leather. Bang and Olufsen. He spent nearly 9k on extras. Just not sure how they will ride and cost for the tyres. We have twin babies on might be a bit too harsh. I guess I should have bought the SE model but couldn't turn it down when I saw it.

[Dr G]

I like 18" A5 Sport wheels on A4s; they sit a shade further out in the arch and give the car a nice purposeful appearance and allow you to use a slightly taller, cheaper tyre.