lemosley01 Posted August 18, 2006 Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 Ok all, I'm considering trading in the Cobra and found a 98 Audi A4. For some reason, I have always been attracted to these cars. Anyone got some good links where I can dig up information on potential problems and what to look out for, or any input on it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiOn19s Posted August 18, 2006 Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 Timing belt maintenance is critical...and a PITA on the 1.8T cars. Early cars required it every 60K miles, later cars with the updated tensioner require it every 90K. the '98 would obviously fall into the 60K category. Other than that control arms and other suspension components should be checked. (I've been through a few tie-rod ends but that could be due to aftermarket suspension. Check Audiworld.com and Audizine.com for more specifics on what to look for...been awhile since I followed the Audi trends too closely. My '99 has 140K on the clock now and it's still ticking. Only thing I regret is the tiptronic transmission, but I bought the car to be a driver so it's acceptable. Been chipped since 70K miles and it's still on the origional turbo. my car: http://autopia.org/gallery/data/500/audisig1.jpg Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oo0martelle0oO Posted August 18, 2006 Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 Also Check out http://forums.vwvortex.com. You get answers to almost any question aswell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemosley01 Posted August 18, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 Cool - thanks guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted August 18, 2006 Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 Yea, alot of vw forums will have answers, too. I have a couple friends with the 1.8T who are in to modding, etc. I'll try to get a hold of them to send me some good links, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostedgtp Posted August 18, 2006 Report Share Posted August 18, 2006 Those cars also have a sludge issue. When you go to look at the car, look under the oil cap. If it looks like brown dirt/mud, walk away. Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted August 19, 2006 Report Share Posted August 19, 2006 +1 Unless its low low miles and they have every reciept for synthetic oil changes every 3ksh WALK AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6 Speed S4 Posted August 19, 2006 Report Share Posted August 19, 2006 Do not overboost the stock turbo! My friend blew his running 21psi with a chip, stage 3 clutch, exhaust, diverter valve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteS40 Posted August 19, 2006 Report Share Posted August 19, 2006 i do belive that Audi Addressed the Sludge Problem and will actully replace your engine for you if this does happen.. then it is hard to get this if your car has missed any of the certified warranty checkups.. any 1.8t you get i would say make sure there are records or they can at least be uptained before for purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest powers Posted August 19, 2006 Report Share Posted August 19, 2006 i do belive that Audi Addressed the Sludge Problem and will actully replace your engine for you if this does happen.. then it is hard to get this if your car has missed any of the certified warranty checkups.. any 1.8t you get i would say make sure there are records or they can at least be uptained before for purchase. Nope they won't. I know becasue I replace my engine after I was told no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostedgtp Posted August 19, 2006 Report Share Posted August 19, 2006 I believe you have to have reciepts for every oil change or some shit like that to get a new engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbs3000 Posted August 19, 2006 Report Share Posted August 19, 2006 Do not overboost the stock turbo! My friend blew his running 21psi with a chip, stage 3 clutch, exhaust, diverter valve. +1 I think we know the same guy, if you want to push the boost pick up a turbo that can take it. Also "Auto Assets" is a columbus based shop that deals 99% with german cars only. I you dont do the work yourself or get a friend to do it go to them. I'm sure they can also help you with parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemosley01 Posted August 20, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2006 What are parts prices and availability like on them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supplicium Posted August 21, 2006 Report Share Posted August 21, 2006 AudiOn19s, you up at NA high school alot? Your audi pic looks like its infront of my old highschool.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiOn19s Posted August 22, 2006 Report Share Posted August 22, 2006 AudiOn19s, you up at NA high school alot? Your audi pic looks like its infront of my old highschool.. No...we used to live over there and I'd take the car up there for a nice background to shoot from. We moved to the Polairs area about two years ago now....tells you how recent that photo is. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supplicium Posted August 22, 2006 Report Share Posted August 22, 2006 Thats cool. If you ever wanna get rid of your a4 shoot me a PM im lookin for a quattro a4 as a winter car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted August 22, 2006 Report Share Posted August 22, 2006 Screw A4, go with the S4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostedgtp Posted August 22, 2006 Report Share Posted August 22, 2006 What are parts prices and availability like on them? Parts arent cheap. You have to go to the dealer or to a special auto parts shop (Mid State). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJ Posted August 23, 2006 Report Share Posted August 23, 2006 Parts arent cheap. You have to go to the dealer or to a special auto parts shop (Mid State). PAP-Parts>* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe7 Posted August 23, 2006 Report Share Posted August 23, 2006 Search around on Audiworld.com for common problems.. I had a 99.5 1.8T Tip (like Audion19s) for about 3 years. Definitely had my share of problems, but it was a fun ride at the same time. http://hometown.aol.com/morgan1774/images/audifs.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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