Buying an R36 - what to look out for - advice wanted

[oebrad]

Well look out for mine for sale in January

Thanks R34, looking for the avant rather than sedan tho

[R36 DSG]

Well look out for mine for sale in January

Out of curiosity what you replacing the R36 with?

[R34]

Out of curiosity what you replacing the R36 with?

Wish I knew but it may be an A5/S5/A6 depending on finances (I have this issue about paying $140 for a car)
Or after driving one maybe a new HSV Senator

[R34]

Thanks R34, looking for the avant rather than sedan tho

Missus put her foot down when buying the R36
No way she was riding in a Hearse !!! (her words not mine but it's an image that stuck with me)
Didn't help the demo was black with silver roof rails

[revivor]

Missus put her foot down when buying the R36
No way she was riding in a Hearse !!! (her words not mine but it's an image that stuck with me)
Didn't help the demo was black with silver roof rails

I feel you! The same thinking my wife had when I bought the sedan instead of the wagon. She says the wagon (especially the black ones) is like riding in a hearse!

[R34]

The car itself is fine and it's not necessarily the colour but it's just the roof rails that create the impression of a hearse for me.
Ford or Holden wagons don't have the roof rails.
The R36 wagon is still a nice looking unit but would look better without the rails (IMHO)
Don't be so defensive mate it's just some peoples perception and not intended as a criticism

[booba]

put the cross bars on the top.. won't look like a hearse then and you can carry all the wood that you want from bunnings for those weekend projects!

[djR36]

Having come from 2 Audi I can't rave enough about my r36 wagon, best value for money car I've owned.

Having said that three qualms I do have:

1. Pain in the arse to get in and out of, and I am a short skinny guy
2. ride can be harsh around town, especially melb roads with tram lines
3. Thirsty

Love DSG works wonders with the engine and this is my first auto in 10 years.

Personally I'm a wagon/ avant man. So much more practical and IMHO look better! And yes you need the rails.

Reason I bought the r36, simple I wanted an RS4 avant but couldnt afford it, R36 was the next best thing! No competition

[R36er]

I have a 2009 R36 Wagon and love it - hands down best car I have owned. It's subtle and practical yet can transform itself when you mash your foot into the loud pedal.

Most of the replies so far have identified the main things (drivers side seat bolster / mechatronics unit).

I extended the warranty on mine and that has come in handy for a few bits and pieces.

The DSG gearbox is great but does make the services a little more expensive (worth it in my opinion).

My reason for buying the car is the same as DjR36 - in this price bracket you can't beat it.

[revivor]

I have a 2009 R36 Wagon and love it - hands down best car I have owned. It's subtle and practical yet can transform itself when you mash your foot into the loud pedal.

Most of the replies so far have identified the main things (drivers side seat bolster / mechatronics unit).

I extended the warranty on mine and that has come in handy for a few bits and pieces.

The DSG gearbox is great but does make the services a little more expensive (worth it in my opinion).

My reason for buying the car is the same as DjR36 - in this price bracket you can't beat it.

May I ask how much was your warranty extension & was it an Allianz warranty?