1997 Audi A4 review from North America
"Great car if you can afford the service"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Going on my third driver's side headlight. Other than that, over 120,000 fun-filled miles and it feels like it's fresh of the showroom floor.
General comments?
I bought my A4 with 48,000 miles on it from an Audi dealer. The previous owner had the car serviced religiously, and every oil change and dealer check-up receipt of the car's life came with it. Anyone who is used to driving a Honda or Toyota which you can practically drive cross-country without oil in the crank case would probably not have the best luck with an Audi. However, when serviced regularly and well-cared for, they are, in my opinion some of the most dependable cars on the road. And VERY fun to drive.
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| Dependable if maintained regularly, and a pleasure to drive! |
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| Buy if you can do your own repairs; Lease otherwise |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 48000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 123000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 30th September, 2005 |