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Old Sep 12, 2011 | 02:28 PM
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I tried STFA, and didn't find anything applicable.

My car got towed by the Parking Authority, and before I go pick it up, I was told to make sure it's OK.

Question: What do I need to look or listen for if my Quattro S4 was towed improperly? I'm pretty sure it was picked up by the front wheels and dragged across the city to the impound lot. What can go wrong? What should I look for?

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BTW, it was a wrong plate ID. That's why its doubly important I make sure car did not get messed up in the tow. Once I take it I'm liable.
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Old Sep 12, 2011 | 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by hey_biff
I tried STFA, and didn't find anything applicable.

My car got towed by the Parking Authority, and before I go pick it up, I was told to make sure it's OK.

Question: What do I need to look or listen for if my Quattro S4 was towed improperly? I'm pretty sure it was picked up by the front wheels and dragged across the city to the impound lot. What can go wrong? What should I look for?

TIA
heybiff

BTW, it was a wrong plate ID. That's why its doubly important I make sure car did not get messed up in the tow. Once I take it I'm liable.
There are no obvious signs, if anything this tends to cause problems down the road.

If you didn't de-badge the car, they should know that all Audi Quattro cars should be flat-bedded.
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Old Sep 12, 2011 | 02:55 PM
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Its the Philly Parking Authority (PPA) from TV's Parking Wars. I put nothing past them.

I was told it was a regular tow truck, so I don't want to assume they used dolleys.

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