Audi A4 Saloon (1995 - 2001) 1.8 SE 4d (2000/W) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Young, doing well for myself, sensible and not in your face

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Wife hated colour. Other than that, a respectful car with a lot of class

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes absolutely faultless legendary build quality and reliability. Subtle class.

What are you likely to buy next?

Audi A4 2.0TDi S-Line Quattro

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£16,000

When did you buy the car?

July 2001

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got a very good deal. Part exchanged a knackered old Renault Laguna with serious "health problems" and was given well over guide price.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

A4 was my favourite car from it being released in 1995 and is still on my top ten list for ownership.

What was the dealer like?

Very professional, not in your face, let me make my own decision and laid out figures in a clear and open book fashion.

What's it like to drive?

Quick, responsive, sure footed, goes where you point it.

What's it like to park?

Easy, good manouverability and visibility

Have you had any problems with the car?

Squeak in clutch due to design fault on mounting screw. Replaced under warranty. No other problems.

What's most practical about your car?

Comfortable to drive fantastic round the doors, always going where you pointed it and cruised on motorway like a dream.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

At the time, climate control was a big thing. Set the temperature first time ever getting in it and never touched it again!