Audi A4 Avant (2001 - 2004) 1.9 TDI SE (130ps) 5d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Pretty much what I am - sensible, middle-aged..
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Not much idea really - one friend we'd given lifts to bought an A4 Avant, so I guess they liked it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definitely would buy Audi again - possibly and A3 next time since we no longer need the space (university runs have finished).
What are you likely to buy next?
As above - possibly an A3.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,995
When did you buy the car?
February 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
OK deal, paid fair price, but not a bargain.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Good experience with previous A4 (a 1996 2.6 SE), but needed an estate.
What was the dealer like?
Good - would use again. Sorted out a 2nd key efficiently.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Slightly rough ride - feel the bumps. Accelerates very well for overtaking and cruises effortlessly.
What's it like to park?
Good awareness of corners of car (helped by being an estate), so no problems.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing major at all in the 5+ years of ownership (from 80,000 to 132,000 miles), just routine maintenance (brakes, cambelt and regular servicing).
What's most practical about your car?
Good fuel consumption (~50 mpg) with good performance when needed. Great motorway cruiser. Good space with rear seats down.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Doesn't have many gadgets - Climate control works well.
