1988 Audi 5000 CD review from North America
"Worth the time and money!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Leaking steering rack.
Leaking steering pressure line.
Clutch wore out at 270 000 KM.
Breaks (typical wear)
Motor mounts.
Tranny mounts.
Sub-frame bushings.
Struts.
Wheel bearings (drivers front) Rear drivers is on its way out.
General comments?
The above stated "Things gone wrong" are really more like things that were replaced to renew the vehicle.
It is sooo tight now that there is no slop anywhere. A real pleasure to drive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.23 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 220000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 300000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda RX7 |
| Date of Entry | 13th June, 2004 |