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What should someone look for exactly when picking up an A4 from the dealer?

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Old Dec 24, 1998 | 07:27 AM
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Default What should someone look for exactly when picking up an A4 from the dealer?

What is this about water under the clearcoat paint?<br>Drill holes in front bumper?<br>Unforseen charges (advertising fees, prep fees....any others?)<br>Thanks...<p>PS: Everyone have a very healthy and happy holidays and a great new year!! Don't forget your A4's presents!<br>
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Old Dec 24, 1998 | 07:47 AM
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Schedule plenty of time to look over your car. Look for any chips in the paint, scratches, holes in the bumper you don't want, interior problems, etc. Once you take possession of the car, it is yours. It is easier to have these things fixed, if you mention them before you take possession. The dealer is probably going to say, "no problem, bring the car back and we will take care of you." DON'T ACCEPT THE CAR, until the items are fixed! It would be nice is all dealers kept their word, but the industry is ripe with tell the customer what they want to hear to sell the car. When you bring it back the story changes. <p>That is my five cents.<p>Paul
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Old Dec 24, 1998 | 08:28 AM
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Swirl Marks and scratches. Demand to see the car outside in bright light. I found a bunch of scratches on mine that were taken care of. A friend of mine only looked at his car's paint job at night didn't notice the horrible swirl marks that their prep person put all over the car.
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Old Dec 24, 1998 | 08:31 AM
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Great question - I have the same one!! Let's hear it from all you A4 fans!!!<br>
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Old Dec 24, 1998 | 10:36 AM
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Don't let 'em slip ya a Hyundai with a quick badge job
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