2001 Audi A6 review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I just clunked my beautiful 2001 Audi A6 2.8. My friends and family are in disbelief while I feel only relief. The car looked great, but they didn't have to take it in for repairs or spend hours trying to figure out how to fix it for less.
I put 120,000 miles on it. I have replaced the gaskets twice in last 5 years, and it started dripping oil on the manifold again. The axles were replaced last year, but it still makes a clicking noise when turning from a stop sign.
The water leaks, the oil leaks, and the radiator fan clutch won't clutch.
On Monday the rear speakers quit so I took it in. I got $4500 from Uncle Sam and now drive a Sentra. It's a reliable ride, but I feel less of a man.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Windstar |
| Date of Entry | 28th August, 2009 |