Not Worth It
I have a '67 Mustang that has less problems!!!. Nothing but electrical problems since I've had it. ABS unit needed to be replaced twice (without a warning light...that's comforting), control box for door locks had to be replaced (couldn't even get in the car!!), most recently, had to have all dashboard electronics replaced after radio froze (couldn't change stations or anything) and dash disply went dead. If you have to have one, lease, and not for longer than the warranty.
Service center wait times
Although I love my car I would not recommend it to anyone. Last month my window regulator shattered and stuck in the down position. Columbia SC service wouldn't see me for 2 weeks - had to travel 2 x the distance to Charlotte where it took 3 separate trips to fix problem - over a month to fix a window so it would roll up and down also left tape residue ruining tint job. Great car - Bad service
- 2.8 quattro SedanMSRP: $6,9971,180 mi away
- 1.8T Avant quattro WagonMSRP: $3,9951,849 mi away
- 1.8T Avant quattro WagonMSRP: N/A217 mi away
Handles Like a Champ
This car handles like a champ. There is no system in the world better than the Quattro all wheel drive. I cant ger over the power and capability in the rain. The car could use a little more power. But with a chip, it makes it MOVE.
love it
The car has been very reliable, and I have had no major problems. It handles great; it is fun to drive on twisty roads, and is good in snow as well. Power is very good considering actual displacement of engine, but it isn't as torquey as say a Volkswagen VR6 or a BMW inline 6. Mileage is good -- I get 28 mpg on the highway going 80 mph. Very nice looking inside and out.
My favorite car, ever.
I chose the A4 over the BMW 3-series because you get so much more for your money. I've never regretted it. It handles great, has excellent pickup, and, with the Quattro AWD, I am safe and glued to the road. Fit and finish are tight, and there's a feeling of solidity. I think the 1.8T is one of the best small engines ever made. I've never had a disabling mechanical problem. There was a recall for replacement of faulty coils, but I never had the faulty coils. Reliability has been excellent.