Audi A4 Avant (2005 - 2008) 2.0 TDi Quattro (170ps) S Line 5d (2006/56) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Likes quality.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nice car - suitable for small family.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Probably not - as its pretty small if someone has to sit behind me (I'm 6'4").
What are you likely to buy next?
A6 Quattro, VW Toureg or Audi Q5.
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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?
£10,300
When did you buy the car?
June 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Good deal, car had unusual engine history (replaced at 75k miles as damaged during warranty cam belt change).
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Ultra low profile tyres make it very 'darty' on handling on UK back roads in particular, tracks grooves in roads more than previous cars. Handles and performs (170ps!) very nicely for a diesel estate!
What's it like to park?
Pretty easy - would have liked a parking sensor to make it easier still but rear view pretty good despite estate.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Had oxygen sensor fail in exhaust - simulating DPF filter failure which worried me as VERY expensive if DPF. Put car into safe mode with about 10HP - difficult to drive but dealer serviced and replaced part, good as new (£250).
What's most practical about your car?
Boot size, 4WD in current snowy conditions provides more assurred footing.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Parrot Bluetooth - a must!!!! (Also like Bose Stereo...).
