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    What to look for in a A4 B6

    Was looking at getting a A4 B6 for the other half to run around in and was after opinions on what are the better models , manual/auto ,things to look for and so on as Ive had a poke around carsales and there seems to be quite a few.
    So looking for something comfortable and good on fuel that i wont be tempted to make go faster

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    I would avoid the cvt transmission as they are prone to failure and cost I think $4k to repair, do a search on ozaudi.

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    the dreaded day has arrived

    heres the link, worth a read
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    Way more than that, if your ecu, which is inside the box by the way packs in itll cost around that if you go original. I personally get them repaired. The transmission itself costs $7500 recod. i know i own one. Take the advice though, if you want auto go the ZF option with 4wd or better the 6 speed manual. The 7 speed CVT is better but still has loads of software dramas. I still own my CVT A4 and very reluctant to part with it, but think an upgrades on the cards. I would have another in a flash, other than the box they are a great car. Ive spent all weekend driving mines which is a novelty as its normally a home to uni taxi or a shopping trolley. Good luck
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    Quote Originally Posted by kaneda View Post
    Was looking at getting a A4 B6 for the other half to run around in and was after opinions on what are the better models , manual/auto ,things to look for and so on as Ive had a poke around carsales and there seems to be quite a few.
    So looking for something comfortable and good on fuel that i wont be tempted to make go faster
    I have a Sline B6 Quattro you can have at the right money.

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    one word of advice.im a audi machenic.avoid one with a sun roof and check under the carpet.thats the only place water will get in.the reason the water coming from the passanger side is that the pollin filter seal fails and drip`s in and for the sun roor the drains for the sun roof thay glog up and go`s down behind the dash and floods the the driver side floor into you transmission control modual which cost around 3500 dollars to replace.check this out and dont be scared away.check these locations and you will be ok.if you need any onther advice just pm me.good luck

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    sorry and one more thing.check service history.if the car does not have it.walk away.

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    Avoid CVTs! Turbo 1.8 can often suffer sludge buildup. Window regulators tend to go bad, but not too hard or expensive to fix. And just while we're on this topic buy my b6 s-line avant, pretty rare car to find secondhand! For sale in Vic.

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