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5 out of 5 stars

Best Used Car Ever!!!

CamClark, 02/04/2004
1996 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
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I bought this car used just over a year ago. I have drove the heck out of it already putting more than 24,000 miles on it. No major problems, just a few leaks or normal maintainence. Unfortunately the dealership costs a fortune to fix anything. Average job costs about $500.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

like... German

mishon, 10/01/2002
1996 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
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I bought it when it was brand new, I mean in pearl white it looks all shiny and classy at the same time. Now, at 75,500 miles it's been running pretty good, no major problems, even though I've beaten the living **** out of the poor thing over the years. Amazing. Eats brakes like there's no tommorow, and they spit tons of dust, so a week after you wash it the rims already look filthy dark. Oh and they squeak a lot, kinda like an 18-wheeler during emergency stop. Power windows scream a lot too, when you roll them down in a hot day. Power with the 5-speed is adequate.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

not again

not again, 03/10/2004
1996 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
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I purchased the car with 50,000 miles and drove it for another 125,000 miles. I can not say enough about the handling and performance, but that is my heart talking. This car has been back to the dealer for this, that, and the other thing 5 times each. The only thing left original at 175,000 miles is the clutch and body. Even both catalytic converters were replaced twice. Service is a headache. I bet if I added up the service repair costs, they will be more that the car cost new. If you have the cash to throw at the car, by all means you will love the ride.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A4 rules

Gene, 03/19/2004
1996 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
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My A4 has been very good to me. I bought it used, in 2002. It had one problem, a coolant leak in a place that's tough to get to. I had it fixed and haven'thad any other problems since. Knock on wood.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Terrific performance

SaD, 06/29/2002
1996 Audi A4 2.8 4dr Sedan
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I bought it used (96) in 4/99. Fantastic handling, cornering and shifting. Great Bose audio with 8 speakers. Very comfortable leather seats for long drive. I drove from DC to Quebec city - it was a lot of fun. Handles well at 120 mph (in Canada !). Overall fun and luxurious car to drive. Will definitely buy it again. Only had some trouble with front suspension once.

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