Used 1997 Audi A4 Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Sure isn't a Honda or Toyota!!
cpr8, 08/15/2011
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought my A4 used about a year ago, and I have fallen in love! There is no other used car out there that can match the fun to drive, reliability, build quality, or fuel economy for that matter. I can manage around 20-24 around town, and at most 28 on the highway, that's pretty good, considering its a 15 year old car with 215,000 miles on it, with a V6, and Quattro. Like I said, it has 215,000, and it still runs like a dream. The only problem I have had with it is an EGR code always popping up, I went thru the whole EGR system, and couldn't find anything. Turns out it was the filler hose on the gas tank, sense it also leaked when I filled it up.
97' A4 2.8L Quattro-Automatic
MS-A4, 07/27/2003
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Great car, very solid, even after 75K mi, going over RR crossings/potholes, barely hear anything. Fun car to drive, especially on wet with the Quattro. Beautiful exterior-IMHO, one of the best looking models Audi ever came out with. Repairs Req: Below average, minimum repairs needed as long as you provide enough TLC & good preventive maintenance. TIP: For parts use VW Passat, most parts exchangeable & cheaper. "Bad" Points: Extremely expensive maintenance & repairs, hard to find parts & shops to work on it other than Audi dealers. If you take good care of it though it will return the favor. Would definetly recommend as a good buy.
Very Reliable
cshaner, 05/09/2009
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car when it had 125k miles on it and have put 30k on it in two years. The only thing that has needed replacement is the tires. I live in Idaho so I see more snow than most cars do and it handles amazing in any weather.
Summary
Turk, 03/11/2009
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Here is my two cents after putting 50K on my A4 which I purchased at 120K. Very reliable engine, manual transmission (same OEM clutch at 170K), no major electrical problems. What has failed, cruise control, driver side heated seat, thermostat. I believe overall it is a very reliable car, sensors that I have replaced along the way are just the same on all cars these days, all made by BOSCH and it doesn't make a difference which brand you drive. In terms of interior/exterior design, ergonomics and build quality Audi is never any less than other Germans and maybe much better in some of these areas if not all. The up side is because of its reputation here in USA, you can get them much cheaper!!
Why did I purchase this car?
Super A, 01/31/2003
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the most absolutely, dispisable vehicle I have owned in all my life! I have had to replace the heater core $1,400 job, tape player, the muffler,throttle body $600, ignition switch, power switch, brakes & rotors, $1,000, turbo $1,000, oil pump, something with the suspension & steering, and six lights. All of this, in the 2 1/2 years I've had the car.
Great car overall
Audi lover, 09/06/2005
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my 1st Audi and definately not the last. Its awesome on the interstate as well as on short in-town trips. In the snow, I think it handles better than the AMTRAK. Seriously, on snow/ice/wet pavement, the car grips like nothing else, even on regular summer tires. Kind of costly when repairs are needed but its expected on all higher end brands, MB is not cheaper. Just remember this is not a Pontiac or Ford where anyone can work on it. V6 engine could use a little more horses but its just enough and very quiet. I travel a lot and I am always on a rental car. I cannot wait til I get back to my Audi, everytime. It never fails.
10 year old car feels like New
stick, 05/22/2006
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have 150k and it really does feel like a new A4. The Quattro is a must for MN winters. The interior layout is perfect in the front. The rear is very tight. The repairs are expensive, but you can buy parts online and you really can do it your self. It's easier than my Jeep to work on. I've done brakes, wheel bearings, and plugs. When you find one you like, call the local Audi dealers with the VIN to see if they have serviced it. They will tell you everything that has been done. The back of the owners manual has space for service stations to stamp. If you want to upgrade the motor in any way, don't get the 12valve V6! Their is NOTHING available. Go for the turbo. The V6 is more dependable
Poor quality car
Edwin, 07/19/2006
1997 Audi A4 1.8T quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Like our Audi A6, the A4 is very unreliable after 50K miles. In the last 11 months we have paid over $4K in repairs (engine 3x, ignition key). They are fun to drive, but with such an unreliable nature and high-maintenance cost, they are not very attractive cars any longer.
Fabulous Choice!
volkchick, 06/28/2004
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is a great choice for anyone looking for a medium sized 4 door sport sedan. Great for the younger market. Price is excellent for the amount and quality of vehicle that you get. At 7 years old my vehicle is in great condition and runs like a dream. The get up and go is amazing, unlike other sports cars of its age.
11 years old still great
oldaudi, 02/16/2008
1997 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is now 11 years old and it still drives great. It has 128,000 miles on it and still feels like new. The interior holds up well as does the exterior body and paint. It handles great in snow and ice. Repairs are very costly on these cars. I think reliablity is better than a lot of american cars but comes nowhere close to a Honda or Toyota. I've have to replace 2 controls arms, which was a common problem with these early models. I replaced the clutch after 60 miles which seems pretty weak to me. As far as routine maintenance the most expensive is 90k miles about $1000.
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