Buying a Used 2.7TQM, need help please
09-09-2003, 05:27 AM
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Buying a Used 2.7TQM, need help please
I had a 98 18TQM, but it was totaled in a recent accident. I'm replacing it with a used A6 27TQM, and I want to know what to watch out for. The one I'm going to take a look at is a 2000 with 52K miles.
Can anyone give me an idea of what sorts of things I might easily spot that would be signs of abuse? It's about a 250 mile drive so I'm only going to be able to make one trip.
Any help would be much appreciated
Can anyone give me an idea of what sorts of things I might easily spot that would be signs of abuse? It's about a 250 mile drive so I'm only going to be able to make one trip.
Any help would be much appreciated
09-09-2003, 05:38 AM
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Turbo plumbing - Biggest problem, but hard to check visually.
Get Audi service records (I think the owner/dealer should be able to get these). See if the turbo bypass valves were replaced. These failed fairly regularly. It will also show if the car was a problem.
If you are buying from a dealer, the Audi Assured warranty will buy peace of mind. If buying privately, don't pay more than $22,000.
If you are buying from a dealer, the Audi Assured warranty will buy peace of mind. If buying privately, don't pay more than $22,000.
09-09-2003, 05:55 AM
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Re: Turbo plumbing - Biggest problem, but hard to check visually.
Thanks. I think I'll be able to get it for around 17,500. I was planning on replacing the TBB and BPV's anyway. Read a good post from Stoney, that said it's a must.
09-09-2003, 06:05 AM
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Here are the things that should have already been replaced under warranty
getting the warranty records BEFORE you go see the car is key:
BPV's
TBB
F-hose
Tie Rod Ends
Bumper and window regulator recall
Fuel sender recall(s)
Turbo's if you are really lucky.
Brake rotors/pads
If these things have all been fixed and updated, the car will be rock solid.
BPV's
TBB
F-hose
Tie Rod Ends
Bumper and window regulator recall
Fuel sender recall(s)
Turbo's if you are really lucky.
Brake rotors/pads
If these things have all been fixed and updated, the car will be rock solid.
09-09-2003, 06:22 AM
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Mine went bad on my 2000 at about 20k miles, and I have heard lots of stories
from 99 and 2000 owners who have had bad ones.
It is a pretty simple check to see if they are bad, and not an expensive fix.
It comletely fixed the vibration I had, and the groaning at low speeds
It is a pretty simple check to see if they are bad, and not an expensive fix.
It comletely fixed the vibration I had, and the groaning at low speeds
09-09-2003, 07:16 AM
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Pretty much same as any car...
Consider the age and the mileage and take a good look at the car to see how it was cared for. Look at the oil for color, tailpipes for color.
Make sure you do a cold start (motor cold-completely) and stand behind the car to see what exhaust looks like.
Look at tires, wear pattern will tell you a lot... was it kept properly inflated, was it driven excessively hard in the corners etc.
Get the VIN and do a check before you go, it may save you a trip. CarFax.com
Turbo plumbing although a problem with these cars is not important to you, cheap to fix and it does not indicate how car was cared for.
And no matter what get a good extended warranty. Repairs on this car are very expensive. And with the warranty you are covered even if you missed something in your once over.
Make sure you do a cold start (motor cold-completely) and stand behind the car to see what exhaust looks like.
Look at tires, wear pattern will tell you a lot... was it kept properly inflated, was it driven excessively hard in the corners etc.
Get the VIN and do a check before you go, it may save you a trip. CarFax.com
Turbo plumbing although a problem with these cars is not important to you, cheap to fix and it does not indicate how car was cared for.
And no matter what get a good extended warranty. Repairs on this car are very expensive. And with the warranty you are covered even if you missed something in your once over.
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