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2006 A6 Avant > What to lookout for

Old 06-16-2017, 11:16 AM
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Default 2006 A6 Avant > What to lookout for

I am looking at 2006 Ag Avant 3.2 w/ 111k miles. Excellent shape inside and out and has a minor vacuum pump and valve cover gasket leak. Other than that it checked out well with a reputable mechanic.

Wife and i are looking at this as a utility vehicle and will drive it less than 5k a year. What are something to look for in these vehicles that are faulty?

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The rear timing chain covers. They leak worse than a Singapore *****, and very costly to repair. Also the timing chain guides can cause huge issues when they fail

Make sure you get a FULL independent inspection from an Audi dealership. It will save your life.

I just bought an 07 from a local non audi dealership, they forked out 7K to rebuild my engine and no cost to me, so I am very happy with my new wagon
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Wow I just bought one with 127K miles and absolutely no inspection. It was a good deal so far and I love the car. I will get it checked out soon. A 2006 3.2 has a timing belt that has to be changed when please?
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No, it has a timing chain.
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