1985 Audi 5000 S review from North America
"A sweet, sweet car with an unfortunate transmission habit."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced transmission 3 times over life of car.
Air conditioning no longer works.
Power windows/locks no longer work (windows don't open at all).
Speedometer, tachometer, odometer work only intermittently.
A hose connector failed suddenly and all the water & antifreeze leaked out.
General comments?
This was my first car, and I absolutely loved it. It was previously owned by two family members, for five or six years before I got it. So, in eight years, the transmission was replaced three times. I still love this car, but don't drive it any more because it needs yet another transmission (the differential is going & car seizes for no reason).
A speedy, neat little car. You can drive 85 mph and not even feel how fast you're going. The steering spoiled me for any other car--the car felt heavy and solid, but let me take corners at right angles.
Good gas mileage, never burned or leaked oil, and did I mention fast?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 160000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 185000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 15th December, 2003 |