Faults:

Air conditioning does not work.

Electric aerial does not work.

Rear electric windows do not work.

Radiator cracked.

Headlining has come loose.

Catalytic converter broke and rattled.

General Comments:

Overall, a very reliable vehicle if treated well. With regular servicing and the use of 98 octane fuel, the vehicle still feels as new, even after 160,000+ kilometres.

The vehicle is extremely safe, and is also very stable at speed.

Faults:

Randomly decides to shut down whether driving or idling, although does not happen frequently.

Lifters are quite noisy.

Slight oil leak from valve cover.

Cracked intake boot. Very expensive from Audi and they don't know their own parts.

Outer CV boot had to be replaced.

A/C compressor needs to be replaced.

Stock speakers have disintegrated haha.

Synchros are a little bit worn.

General Comments:

Handles well and performs quite well.

Very comfortable interior. The quality of the car is the most amazing, serious value for money.

The engine has a reasonable power output, but all of this has gone to waste with its less than impressive power curve. Maximum power is at a near unusable 6K RPM. Does have an excellent note above 3K.

Styling is excellent and looks good for its age.

1st and 2nd gears would be better if tweaked.

The all wheel drive is sensational.

I love the car despite its flaws, but the only problem lies with Audi... Unrealistic prices and the fact that they don't know their own vehicles and part numbers have put me off.

If you're after economy, look elsewhere.

Faults:

Cam belt and idler pulley replaced.

All three drive belts replaced.

Strut upper mounts replaced.

Both front wheel bearings replaced.

Radiator replaced with second hand unit.

Two front brake hoses, one ball joint replaced.

Crankcase breather hose replaced.

Coolant overflow tank spigot repaired (twice).

General Comments:

Two things stand out about this car: one is the build quality and solidity, which are way above average. The other is that wonderful five-pot engine, which is gruff, torquey and characterful at low revs, smooth and quiet at high revs and when cruising. It's a bit thirsty though, 30 mpg tops. Three speed auto shifts smoothly, another gear would be nice.

The quality of the materials and build, the roominess and the perfect seats make the Audi's cabin a very nice place to be. The car is exceptionally quiet, the ventilation heating and AC excellent. Visibility is superb.

The steering could do with more feel, but handling is mostly entertaining, and the ride is good. Brakes require a firm shove, but feel solid.

Not the easiest to work on, lots of stuff has to be removed to get to the front of the engine. Beware the bleed screw in the radiator; it has a 13mm hex and it's easy to break the plastic header! Bosch injection seems overly complex compared to Rennix, for example.

No doubt a Peugeot 405 would handle better, but nothing at this price comes close to the sheer quality of the Audi.

Faults:

Water Pump and Fuel Pump Seized after being Stored 12 Months.

Automatic has a Harsh Down shift.

Speedometer occasionally stops working.

General Comments:

I bought this Vehicle from an Auction after the Dealer was unable to sell it after 12 Months in His Yard. It Cost $570 to put it right after a Year off the Road, which included a New Fuel Pump, Water Pump and Top Radiator Hose. I also had the Timing Belt replaced at the Same time, as it had to be removed to replace the Water Pump. The Parts were Surprisingly Cheap, Funny Enough, but the Labour was more Expensive. The water pump only cost $64 which is less than for a Ford or GM Car. Most of the Front of the Car had to be Removed to Gain Access and This includes Bumper and Headlights.

This is a Charming yet Quirky Car and I am very impressed by it's Solid Build. There is probably more Steel in One of the Door Hinges, than in the entire Door of a Current Model Hyundai. It is also Quiet and Comfortable, apart from the Reasonably Limited Headroom. I am a little shocked it doesn't take off as fast as You might expect, but then it floats effortlessly at Highway Speeds and above. It has a Highly Noticeable CLUNK from the Auto Trans when coming to an abrupt stop. This may get better with a service. It is Absolutely Rust Free due to the Galvanised Body, and the Original Paint still Polishes up like Showroom Condition. This is Very Rare for Vehicles living under the Australian Sun. Visually, it still draws attention and the Neighbours think we must be Rich, but this Charming Car lets you look Affluent on a Tight Budget. It has now got me thinking of Upgrading to the A4. The AUDI 90 SPORT is Probably One of the Few Real Bargains Available in the Cheap Prestige Car Segment Today.