1989 Audi 80 1.8 base review from UK and Ireland
"Great value because it lasts so well"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Gearbox was noisy and had to be rebuilt at 64,000m. This appears to be a common fault.
The carburettor has a tendency to ice up. This was due to the air intake failing to operate properly and on another occasion the air intake shroud over the manifold rusted through.
The rubber seal below the carburettor also perishes and the carburettor has been rebuilt as a consequence.
General comments?
The car is very well built and does not rust. After 13 years the doors all shut properly and there are no leaks. I feel the body will outlast the mechanical components.
It handles extremely well on snow.
Fuel consumption is good.
It is such a nice car to drive.
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| Plenty of bang for your buck |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 carburettor Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 165000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin Rover 213 SE |
| Date of Entry | 2nd February, 2003 |