1987 Audi 5000 review from North America
"This car was given a bum reputation, excellent durable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Normal items tend to wear out - alternator, a/c compressor, rack and pinion, my brake calipers seized at rear and front passenger side of the vehicle.
General comments?
This car has been extremely reliable and is probably one of the best built Audi products. It needs to be driven, if the car sits things tend to go bad. This car gets better and better as you drive it.
Once you get a good Audi mechanic and a source for inexpensive parts, this car is cost effective.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 68000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 109000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 23rd June, 2001 |