Audi A3 Sportback (2004 - 2013) 2.0 TDI (170bhp) Quattro Sport 5d (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks good.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitey not.
What are you likely to buy next?
Volvo, Saab or BMW.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£16,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Paid top price for a car which was not top quality.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a quick, good handling and reliable diesel.
What was the dealer like?
Fair
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Good drive, goes reasonably well.
What's it like to park?
Good
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes. Significant reliability issues with the engine. Inlet manifold valves missing and corroded head which resulted in loss of coolant. Audi contributed some but thought that defects were wear and tear.
What's most practical about your car?
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
None
