RS4 what do you think??

[rhunter203]

If I had my time again I would save the right amount to get the right car, don't rush into it otherwise you can get a rude awakening!!! Remember, the RS can ramp up a v high bill if it hasn't been kept in top order ie Health checked every 6 months, oil change every 4/5K miles etc etc. Buy from an enthusiast and get it checked by a specialist.

[HEKTOR]

I've bought cars before on a whim and regreted it, so im taking all the advice given and hopefully i find a good example, if anyone is considering selling up let me know.

[Contigo]

We all know you are looking mate!

And as said don't rush it, get an inspection. I went to see one with eyeball on here and found a fault for him which saved him a good few quid. So if you can take someone with you with VAGcom or invest in it for yourself so when you go to see the motor you can connect your cable and laptop and see if there are any underlying issues with the car.

Yes they do chew tyres if you hammer the car, you could get through a set in a few months if you are really driving it to the limit on every journey and as said if things have been neglected a bill of a K can easily mount up!

A clutch and flywheel job will be a bit over a grand so it's not for the faint hearted this RS ownership malarkey.

Where are you based mate?

[Firbee]

I bought Eastos car mentioned earlier in this thread after browsing for ages, it was about the £15k mark ( a little more with the B7 wheels) 72K miles and despite having a few marks on it I'm happy with that.

Looking back, its worth taking the time to view a few cars until you get a good feeling about one, definately check up on its past (searching on here for former owner's posts for example), and speak to whoever serviced it last. Inspection by someone who knows and a health check is also a must, and factor in possible costs... My first drive was to Tyremen for new rubber all round... before I even went home!! Contigo's right about instantly racking up a surprise bill. Go in with your eyes open and you should be OK.

Good luck with it... the grin when you find one you like is worth the wait!!

[juice]

Firbee - im the other member who considered Easto's car but you beat me too it, i was a little disappointed and had to wait a little longer BUT Jarv's car came my way - not so disappointed now! - but repeating what you have said - if buying off a member defo check up on its past history with previous posts etc...

Hektor - im sure one will come along soon, as long as you've put up a wanted post you will get some members who are considering selling email you - thats how i found mine. did you pm RS4KILLA?

[lengster1]

Check out the 01 avus car just gone on pistonheads only 61k and at a dealer for £16k looks un modded and no nav but its sh%te anyway,could be a good buy with a haggle,looks from the reg like it started life in my area

[neckarsulm]

That new PH Avus car looks worth a look depending on number of owners.
[just checked it's had 3 owners]

Wheelbase looked after my RS4 in recent years.
The pr1cks didn't replace the thermostat when they did the cambelt so guess who had to...
So you'd better ask them if they have on this one

lengster the nav IS <beep> but the TV function still impresses people

[Contigo]

Yes Tv in a car is appealing just like shagging is, ie it can't be done whilst driving the vehicle

my Thermostat still sticks but I should get round to doing it really!!! Need to wait for 80k and the cambelt?

[ShaneyB]

[quote="Contigo"]Yes Tv in a car is appealing just like shagging is, ie it can't be done whilst driving the vehicle

You must be doing it wrong mate.......

[stumpyrs4]

Yes Tv in a car is appealing just like shagging is, ie it can't be done whilst driving the vehicle

You must be doing it wrong mate.......

At least he's still doing it !!

[ShaneyB]

lol

[rickoshea]

my Thermostat still sticks but I should get round to doing it really!!!

How long does it take for the water temp to reach 90 deg ? Mine takes around half an hour have booked it in to an establishment in Banbury to investigate....

[HEKTOR]

We all know you are looking mate!

And as said don't rush it, get an inspection. I went to see one with eyeball on here and found a fault for him which saved him a good few quid. So if you can take someone with you with VAGcom or invest in it for yourself so when you go to see the motor you can connect your cable and laptop and see if there are any underlying issues with the car.

Yes they do chew tyres if you hammer the car, you could get through a set in a few months if you are really driving it to the limit on every journey and as said if things have been neglected a bill of a K can easily mount up!

A clutch and flywheel job will be a bit over a grand so it's not for the faint hearted this RS ownership malarkey.

Where are you based mate?

Im based in glasgow.

[HEKTOR]

Firbee - im the other member who considered Easto's car but you beat me too it, i was a little disappointed and had to wait a little longer BUT Jarv's car came my way - not so disappointed now! - but repeating what you have said - if buying off a member defo check up on its past history with previous posts etc...

Hektor - im sure one will come along soon, as long as you've put up a wanted post you will get some members who are considering selling email you - thats how i found mine. did you pm RS4KILLA?

Not pm'd RS4KILLA yet but will get on it!

[HEKTOR]

Check out the 01 avus car just gone on pistonheads only 61k and at a dealer for £16k looks un modded and no nav but its sh%te anyway,could be a good buy with a haggle,looks from the reg like it started life in my area

That does look really nice, the seats look brand new, and the stearing wheel and gear knob are not leather are these things to worry about? A change of seats and wheels due to accident?

As for wheelbase do they have a good reputation?