Audi A4 Cabriolet (2001 - 2005) 3.0 quattro Sport 2d (2004/04) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Doing alright for yourself, bit of a poser.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Most people are impressed by the car and think it more expensive then it is. posers car.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, due to the problems i have had am not put off from buying another audi.
What are you likely to buy next?
Ford Focus or Honda Civic Type S GT.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,250
When did you buy the car?
November 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
I did a straight swap with a dealer, I had a Saab 9-3 vector sport wagon 1.9tdi '57' limited edition. noticed dealer had audi A4 cab 3.0 quattro sport, proposed a trade which he agreed too.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Badge appeal.
What was the dealer like?
Seemed alright but has sold me a lemon, car had previously been in an accident but not recorded.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
When its running properly it drives smoothly, not the fastest car but too be expected from a heavy car.
What's it like to park?
Im used to parking buses so not really a problem for myself, but view at rear can be limited.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Have unfortunately had countless problems with the car, with 2 days clutch sudden stopped selecting gears, so had clutch and fly wheel replaced at dealers expense, week later had problems with coil packs, month later starting noticing oil leaks, then one of the catalytic converters became blocked and blew hole in the exhaust, now other catalytic converter has done the same, engine has became too lose power and engine making a knocking noise. car has been a knightmare from the begginning and working on car is a pain as most the nuts and bolts are completely rusted.
What's most practical about your car?
Not really a practical car but wasnt bought for that reason.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cd changer/player.
