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Hello all,
I'm thinking about buying a 2012 A4 Quattro Premier Plus with 48000 miles on it. Anybody on the forum have one? If so, have you had any issues with the car? I plan on doing a Google search for issues but I'd like to know about forum members first.
Thanks,
Alan
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OCD-tailing said:
Hello all,
I'm thinking about buying a 2012 A4 Quattro Premier Plus with 48000 miles on it. Anybody on the forum have one? If so, have you had any issues with the car? I plan on doing a Google search for issues but I'd like to know about forum members first.
Thanks,
Alan
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Be very careful with used audis. I had a family friend who went to buy a used one and they had about 50,000 miles on it with it being certified. They bought it and a week later oil leaked and something else. Audi did not want to handle it, audi parts are also expensive. Eventually, he contacted audi corportate and they forced the dealer to do the repairs. I would make sure its CPO and they checked it over. I think the biggest things with audi would be oil as in the past they are known for engine sludges. Maybe someone else could chime in hear.
 
I have a 1995 Audi 90 and the critical maintenance thing is changing the
serpentine belt as per Audi Service recommendations. I find preventative maintenance
is the best way to go on all German cars. When something goes wrong, you want to get it fixed as soon as possible. This is not a car you can just add gas & go. You have to be aware of oil on the ground, anti-freeze on the garage floor, funny sounds, etc.
That being said, I would not trade my 1995 Audi for any other brand. Quattro is incredible!
 
4AudiQ said:
I have a 1995 Audi 90 and the critical maintenance thing is changing the
serpentine belt as per Audi Service recommendations. I find preventative maintenance
is the best way to go on all German cars. When something goes wrong, you want to get it fixed as soon as possible. This is not a car you can just add gas & go. You have to be aware of oil on the ground, anti-freeze on the garage floor, funny sounds, etc.
That being said, I would not trade my 1995 Audi for any other brand. Quattro is incredible!
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Thats a clean 95 sir:props:
 
Bill1234 said:
Be very careful with used audis. I had a family friend who went to buy a used one and they had about 50,000 miles on it with it being certified. They bought it and a week later oil leaked and something else. Audi did not want to handle it, audi parts are also expensive. Eventually, he contacted audi corportate and they forced the dealer to do the repairs. I would make sure its CPO and they checked it over. I think the biggest things with audi would be oil as in the past they are known for engine sludges. Maybe someone else could chime in hear.
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Thanks for the info. Definitely will have it checked out by an independent mechanic before I purchase.
 
4AudiQ said:
I have a 1995 Audi 90 and the critical maintenance thing is changing the
serpentine belt as per Audi Service recommendations. I find preventative maintenance
is the best way to go on all German cars. When something goes wrong, you want to get it fixed as soon as possible. This is not a car you can just add gas & go. You have to be aware of oil on the ground, anti-freeze on the garage floor, funny sounds, etc.
That being said, I would not trade my 1995 Audi for any other brand. Quattro is incredible!
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Do you have any knowledge if the newer models are less quirky? Like your car by the way. Thanks.
 
Assuming it's 2.0T, there have been a number of issues with that motor over the years, but most have been resolved with revisions prior to 2012.

Cam follower cap should be replaced every 50K or so, but that is $40 in parts and 1 hour for someone who's never done it. This is much better with the latest cam cap revisions but should still be watched carefully as it will cost you big time if neglected.

Older 2.0T also had instances of camshafts seizing and requiring a new top end. So much so that audi offers a complete top end replacement assembly. Pretty sure that was 2008 vintage.

2008ish 2.0T had issues with the A/C system compressor; would shred and cause downstream damage.

Turbo is a bit tough to get at on most models, not sure about 2012, but previous audis they are good for 100K+ before seals start to go on the oil side.

Honestly, it's a bit more money but an S4 with the 3.0T (supercharged) is very solid.

Other typical audi maintenance items include control arms (upper pinch bolt is a PITA is you live in a northern climate), valve cover gaskets, cam seals, chain tensioner seals, CV boots, water pump, thermostat.

If I didn't note it as 2.0T specific, then it's 2.8/4.2 specific as that is what I own and have too much experience with. FWIW, my A6 has 311K miles and my S6 has 185K miles, they will run a very long time if you care for them, both are still tight as a drum with no rattles, squeaks or rust.
 
I've had 5 of them. Ranging from 99.5 to 2008, I've never personally had any issues with mine.

Audios hit the nail on the head with the B7's, the 2.0's need to have that cam follower replaced every 50k. There's a ton of tuning companies specific to Audi (and other high end Euro's) that supply them. (ECS, GMG, Europa, USP, 034, etc.) the list goes on and on with tuning companies.

It's a car that will always make you happy as long as you take care of it. Preventative maintenance is key. They can get a bit expensive at times when you get into the higher mileage range, but I'd never not get one because of maintenance cost. Doing all the work yourself will save you a boat load of cash.

T belt + water pump combo at ~100k. I've always done mine around the 85-90k mark to be sure, but Audi claims 100k no issues.

And as 4Audi stated, Quattro is INCREDIBLE. Torsen diffs are :O :O :O Haldex can go somewhere else :P
 
Audios S6 said:
Assuming it's 2.0T, there have been a number of issues with that motor over the years, but most have been resolved with revisions prior to 2012.

Cam follower cap should be replaced every 50K or so, but that is $40 in parts and 1 hour for someone who's never done it. This is much better with the latest cam cap revisions but should still be watched carefully as it will cost you big time if neglected.

Older 2.0T also had instances of camshafts seizing and requiring a new top end. So much so that audi offers a complete top end replacement assembly. Pretty sure that was 2008 vintage.

2008ish 2.0T had issues with the A/C system compressor; would shred and cause downstream damage.

Turbo is a bit tough to get at on most models, not sure about 2012, but previous audis they are good for 100K+ before seals start to go on the oil side.

Honestly, it's a bit more money but an S4 with the 3.0T (supercharged) is very solid.

Other typical audi maintenance items include control arms (upper pinch bolt is a PITA is you live in a northern climate), valve cover gaskets, cam seals, chain tensioner seals, CV boots, water pump, thermostat.

If I didn't note it as 2.0T specific, then it's 2.8/4.2 specific as that is what I own and have too much experience with. FWIW, my A6 has 311K miles and my S6 has 185K miles, they will run a very long time if you care for them, both are still tight as a drum with no rattles, squeaks or rust.
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AudiS6
Thank you for the incredibly detailed answer. I really appreciate your input and experience. Maybe I will hold out and start looking harder for an S4--I really like those anyway. Do you see the same type of issues in A6's and/or S6's?
Thanks again,
Alan

SKorch630 said:
I've had 5 of them. Ranging from 99.5 to 2008, I've never personally had any issues with mine.

Audios hit the nail on the head with the B7's, the 2.0's need to have that cam follower replaced every 50k. There's a ton of tuning companies specific to Audi (and other high end Euro's) that supply them. (ECS, GMG, Europa, USP, 034, etc.) the list goes on and on with tuning companies.

It's a car that will always make you happy as long as you take care of it. Preventative maintenance is key. They can get a bit expensive at times when you get into the higher mileage range, but I'd never not get one because of maintenance cost. Doing all the work yourself will save you a boat load of cash.

T belt + water pump combo at ~100k. I've always done mine around the 85-90k mark to be sure, but Audi claims 100k no issues.

And as 4Audi stated, Quattro is INCREDIBLE. Torsen diffs are :O :O :O Haldex can go somewhere else :P
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Skorch630
As mentioned to AudiS6, thank you very much for the great detail. It kind of sounds like they just require a little more attention and not to wait for something to completely break before you tend to it. It sounds like both of you really love your cars. I have some info now to try and make a more informed decision and I will definitely hit the Google search for more info.
Thanks,
Alan
 
OCD-tailing said:
AudiS6
Thank you for the incredibly detailed answer. I really appreciate your input and experience. Maybe I will hold out and start looking harder for an S4--I really like those anyway. Do you see the same type of issues in A6's and/or S6's?
Thanks again,
Alan



Skorch630
As mentioned to AudiS6, thank you very much for the great detail. It kind of sounds like they just require a little more attention and not to wait for something to completely break before you tend to it. It sounds like both of you really love your cars. I have some info now to try and make a more informed decision and I will definitely hit the Google search for more info.
Thanks,
Alan
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The current A6 uses the same 3.0T (supercharged) platform as the S4. The current S6 is the 4.0T (twin turbo) platform. If the 4.0T is anything like the 4.2 twin turbo of the C5 RS6, stay very far away, high maintenance and very expensive: on the RS6 timing belt job was recommended every 30K. Valve cover gasket job required lifting the motor up a few inches as I recall, and typical of that era, valve cover gaskets lasted 1-2 years.

The 3.0T does also have the high pressure fuel pump configuration that requires a cam follower and cam cap, so I assume the maintenance there is the same, but haven't heard anything about it. This was a big issue initially when people were needing new HPFPs and cam shafts due to wear; there isn't nearly the amount of forum publicity as it used to have. The A6 is a step up in terms of options from an A4, less so from the S4 to A6. Some S4s have alcantara interiors and white stitched steering wheel. I'm sure as a detailer, you will run from those.
 
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