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An almost new A4 without paying the original purchase price.
It is possible with a second-hand car. That's logical.
The last gen A4 comes within reach.
The question is if it's a sensible buy.
Currently, less new and more second-hand cars are being sold.
People are discovering this. It's a way to save some money.
Don't buy a new car with your specs, but look on the second-hand market.
Imagine you want this gen A4. What do you need to watch out for?
If you want to sell it later on, it's important to find a good one.
One like this, with nice rims, sports seats, and some other features.
Xenon is very important.
On the one hand it can break down. Repairs are expensive.
On the other hand, you'll want it.
The Audi front looks better with LED en Xenon.
Also, normal lights will break down as well.
Xenon is more durable.
Xenon won't be more expensive than changing normal bulbs a few times.
Do set aside a few bucks for your Xenon fund.
This gen A4 doesn't have a lot of known problems.
Except for the 2L TSI, which isn't the most sound engine.
It's nice with 208 hp, but you could better choose the 1.8 TSI.
It comes in 3 varieties. 118 hp (or more), 158 hp and 168 hp.
It usually has a manual gearbox, but we're driving the Multitronic.
It makes the car more comfortable, but less sporty.
The manual feels faster. This gearbox invites calm cruising.
This is an advantage on long stints. No shifting gears yourself, etc.
If you want sportier driving, perhaps the manual is a better option.
A point of focus for the Multitronic is that it should shift smoothly.
If it doesn't, there may be some problems.
Then you should look for a different car, or ask if it can be fixed.
The water pump is fragile. Save money so you can replace it.
The previous gen A4 1.8 had some problems with sludge building, ...
so the car polluted more.
This has been fixed, but there's one last point of focus for the 1.8 TSI.
The chain that drives all engine equipment can break.
This is related to specific builds, but the problem hasn't been mapped well.
A pre-emptive change can't be done 'cause other things'll need changing too.
Relatively young cars / Audi's won't come cheap.
They won't have a high milage.
If you want a cheap A4, you'll have to look at the previous gen.
Prices: you'll be driving a relatively young car / Audi / A4, ...
which is one of the most popular second-hand cars at the moment.
There are no real bargains yet.
If you want this, you'll have to look for a previous gen with high mileage.
Then you'll be able to buy one for 5.000-6.000 euros.
You'll have to save up for this gen A4, ...
but then you'll be driving an almost new Audi.
Thanks to Audi Center Amsterdam
Subs - Maru