nadrealista

I found very nice silver 2001 S4 6sp with 84K miles. Car is in great condition and it is very fast. I wanted to hear from you guys what do I need to keep my eye on?

I am thinking to take it to the mechanic before buying but since I am not that familiar with the car I would like to hear form you what are the things he should check for?

Your feedback will be very apreciated!
Thanks,
D.

sg_wannabe

do you know the owner?

also, what is the asking price?

i am sure others will chime in if i have overlooked anything.

gl with your decision.

hth

take care.

nadrealista

Just found shop that specializes in audi/vw so I will take it there...
No I don't know the owner but he bought the car new and the car looks very well taken care of.

Pat

...be sure a $5,000 turbo replacement bill won't kill you too badly. I'm not saying the turbos will go any time too, but it's been known to happen.

nadrealista

I assume that is parts and labor...How much just for the turbos?

What is the way to check the turbos anyway?

Can you hook au a boost gauge to intake manifold somewhere to check the boost?

StreetCrawler(Cole)

Really? Who do you know that had this happen?;-)

Avantgarde

If you can really hear them whining and squaling, you might stay away from that car.
Unfortunately many go while still making full boost right up until failure.
There is ALOT in the archives about this.

Pat

To replace the turbos you have to drop the engine out.

(R)S4 SmokedU /-///

What price are you buying it for?

nadrealista

16K