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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1997 A6, so we've included reviews for other years of the A6 since its last redesign.
This is a GREAT car, er...wagon!
KSpeece, 03/22/2002
1997 Audi A6 2.8 quattro 4dr Wagon AWD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Even if it is a wagon, it is a kick-a** wagon. We have become firm belivers in ABS after almost having a head on collision with a moose near Yellowstone. The comfort level is outstanding, and the quattro AWD system has been perfect for our Colorado lifestyle.
2nd owner
PEDROMADISON, 09/20/2010
1996 Audi A6 2.8 quattro 4dr Wagon AWD
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle at an insurance auction, the previous owner purchased it new in 1996 and only put on 8000 miles a year. The vehicle still drives and behaves like it is new. It has perfect get up and go, stereo system sounds amazing and seats are very comfortable on long drives. I do not like that the 1995 model had a recall for the ignition and even though the 1996 does the same exact thing it has not been recalled. Other than that the car is amazing in the snow and ice and just a very amazing car, i now have 124,000 miles on the vehicle and do not want to get rid of it. I would like to buy another Audi, maybe a convertible this time.
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Bavariandream, 07/02/2004
1997 Audi A6 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
The A6 (C4 platform) is a great value, when purchased used. Mine is a high mileage car (127K) and it still runs and looks like (almost) new. Keep in mind that it needs some preventative care (not just the regular oil change) in order to keep it running flawlessly. Timing belt (yes belt, not a chain like most Beemers) need to be replaced every 60-75k. While doing this you should also replace the water pump, because it'll break down at some point, and this will save you a lot of $$$$. Check and top off the differential/tansaxle fluids twice a year. Wear and tear repairs done: Front wheel bearing, front CV boot, timing belt and water pump, differential seal.
The Real Audi
buyer4future, 03/30/2013
1997 Audi A6 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my A6 Quattro new and now it gained over 200K of mileage and still going strong. The weather changed its states unpredictably but my A6 didnt change a bit of its performance. I have now owned another Audi (S7 Sportback) and since the first, I have not looked at other German made brand. "Truth in Engineering", that's right.
Great car to drive
Andy, 05/24/2008
1996 Audi A6 2.8 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great highway car. It is really easy to drive and feel comfortable even at higher speeds. I've owned since new and have a hard time finding cars I like driving better. Reliability has been only average. Torque sweet spot is very narrow at 3000rpm. Transmission is dumb so power is not delivered often when it should. Fwy entrances can be stressful because at just that speed ~50mph, it wants to upshift and forfeit all torque right when you need it. At speed ~65mph, fwy accel is very good.