Audi A4 Saloon 1.8 4d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good to buy second hand, probably not so good to sell.
Costs
As expected.
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On the road
Driving
Comfortable, sure-footed drive.
Performance
Not breathtaking, but will get you out of trouble more often than than into it.
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Living with it
Reliability
Battery needed changing at 120,000 miles so can't really complain.
Image
Great road presence and image.
Comfort
Good driving position, clear controls, solid, sturdy ride.
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Security and Service
Security
Needs remote central-locking.
Service
Franchised dealer missed problems later found by independant mechanic for a quarter of the price.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Tappets/followers rattle.
Other
Front suspension, where do I start? In the last 4 years I have probably replaced every arm, a coil spring, track rod end, anti-roll bar links, CV boot joint and an engine mounting. Never again.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No