1996 A4 2.6 Quattro?
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Whats the general opinion on the above?
What goes wrong, and how much is it to fix? Currently considering one as an only car. I was considering an MX5, but due to occasionally having more than 1 passenger i decided to look for something bigger. The car seems to be in good nick cosmetically, and its almost the exact spec I'd want in a barge.
Next question is, Brakes and suspension.. Any good or worth uprating? I've priced up a Powerflex front bush kit, as these seem to be a weak spot.
What goes wrong, and how much is it to fix? Currently considering one as an only car. I was considering an MX5, but due to occasionally having more than 1 passenger i decided to look for something bigger. The car seems to be in good nick cosmetically, and its almost the exact spec I'd want in a barge.
Next question is, Brakes and suspension.. Any good or worth uprating? I've priced up a Powerflex front bush kit, as these seem to be a weak spot.
I ran a '96 front wheel drive 2.6 SE Avant as the daily barge for two years and over 40,000 miles. Sold it with 164k on the clock. It was quite a nice old thing to run with a smooth engine and no real issues to speak of. A failed thermostat was the biggest pain as it's nestled in the V of the engine and is a b
h to get to. It's a cheap part to buy but even at mates rates was expensive to fit. Most of my commute was A & B roads at 50-60mph so I managed to get around 30mpg which I was happy with. I guess the quattro will be a bit less. I also wrote the following on another thread which might be helpful
Heater fan stopped working - common fault apparently and I bought a replacement from ebay and replaced myself. £60 I think it cost. You go in through the glovebox and is fairly easy to replace.
Both ABS sensors failed between 140 & 150k - Fixed through a mate in the trade and can't recall the cost.
The multi-link front suspension set up has loads of bushes so expect to feel some clunking through the steering when they wear. Can be a pain locating the worn ones.
Battery needed replacing - probably the 2nd or third one on the car.
Digital aircon display went out - Managed to replace the bulbs myself for a few quid
The clutch release bearing started whining at 155k. It didn't get any worse so I never got round to fixing it prior to selling the car.
The thermostat failed - bh of a job on the V6 petrol as the whole front end had to be removed for access.
h to get to. It's a cheap part to buy but even at mates rates was expensive to fit. Most of my commute was A & B roads at 50-60mph so I managed to get around 30mpg which I was happy with. I guess the quattro will be a bit less. I also wrote the following on another thread which might be helpfulHeater fan stopped working - common fault apparently and I bought a replacement from ebay and replaced myself. £60 I think it cost. You go in through the glovebox and is fairly easy to replace.
Both ABS sensors failed between 140 & 150k - Fixed through a mate in the trade and can't recall the cost.
The multi-link front suspension set up has loads of bushes so expect to feel some clunking through the steering when they wear. Can be a pain locating the worn ones.
Battery needed replacing - probably the 2nd or third one on the car.
Digital aircon display went out - Managed to replace the bulbs myself for a few quid
The clutch release bearing started whining at 155k. It didn't get any worse so I never got round to fixing it prior to selling the car.
The thermostat failed - bh of a job on the V6 petrol as the whole front end had to be removed for access.
The one i was looking at has sold, which is a shame. Looked like a nice car. Dark green with light leather.
Found another 2.6Q, a lighter green, with what looks like a retrimmed leather interior. Not keen on the colour though. If anyone knows for any for sale under £2k drop me a message through my profile.
I'd probably consider a 2.4 if there are any under £2k.
Found another 2.6Q, a lighter green, with what looks like a retrimmed leather interior. Not keen on the colour though. If anyone knows for any for sale under £2k drop me a message through my profile.
I'd probably consider a 2.4 if there are any under £2k.
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