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Reliability of RS4

Old 09-30-2007, 11:07 AM
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Before I purchase my RS4, I wanted to have some knowledge about the reliability. Is it reliable, what are the common problems, major and minor? Please, any input would be greatly appreciated. I used to have a 02 a6 2.7T six speed which gave me no problems for the first 60 K miles as I drove it hard.

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Old 09-30-2007, 11:37 AM
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Default Mine has been very reliable.

The biggesr problem I have had is wiping the ****-eating grin off my face after I drive it.
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Default Re: Mine has been very reliable.

How many miles do you have on yours?
Old 09-30-2007, 12:33 PM
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A friend of mine had an oil leak but that was about it.
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no problems, 15k miles, very happy
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Bulletproof in 7000 miles.
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15k also and very happy.
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I'm at 20500 miles in 15 months. I've only done routine services every 5000-7500 miles. Runs great. All the electronics are working perfectly except the sunroof occasionally hiccoughs. Few squeaks/rattles and feels very solid. Taken 3-4 long trips (350-550 miles each way).
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Default 37 k and no issues as far as electronics or engine.....

only ate a lot of oil first 15 k but since been awesome, love it !!!
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Default 10800 i need to replace Brake pads and also the front disc....

I drive hard,
The car has never been on the track
Tomorrow i going to tes drive the R8 let see wat.....

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