1998 Audi A3 review from Netherlands
"Too expensive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket failed after 80.000 km.
Windows on both sides scratched due to problem with window mechanism.
L/H door lock failed.
L/H window mechanism failed.
L/H door did not close properly (the car has no accident damage)
LPG installation failed several times (dealer was unable to properly repair)
General comments?
Reliability is below expectations for a German car.
1.8 20 valve engine is very noisy.
Steering and brakes are a bit too light and lack proper feed back.
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| In all about 7 out of 10... nice to drive, but not loads of fun.. |
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| Rather nice compact car with many features from bigger class |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 102000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Opel Corsa |
| Date of Entry | 15th October, 2002 |