Audi A4 Avant (1996 - 2001) 2.4 SE 5d Auto (1998/S) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Don't care as long as it does what I want it to do!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Yes they enjoy this but daughter has been sick a few times on windy roads.
Would you buy this car again and why?
This car maybe but not this model due to fuel consumption.
What are you likely to buy next?
Diesel models
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,500
When did you buy the car?
June 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not really as the car was described as having traction control but later found out it did not, so bummer!
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed the extra space.
What was the dealer like?
N/A
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Not too bad but the suspension is not the firmest & it is a big car! Quickish off the mark due to 2.4 V& engine. Smooth transmission & good on longer runs. Gutsy on the old fuel front. Good allround vision.
What's it like to park?
Easy as there is loads of glass.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Intermittent electrical problem with coolant temperature. Sorted by replacing the expansion bottle as the sensor is fitted there. Problems starting if the car is started cold & moved a small distance up driveway. It does not want to start the next time due to fouled spark plugs.
What's most practical about your car?
The load space.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Tiptronic gearbox
