Other Audi A6 (1997 - 2005) models:

  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It's not flashy. It's not a BMW and it's a not a Merc so that's good. It seems to say style and relaibility with performance.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They are envious until i tell them how much it has gone wrong and how much it has cost.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No definately not. I bought it expected reliability ( i really wanted a Range Rover but every one put me off telling me it would cost the earth) So much for head ruling my heart. Next time i'll get what i want.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A Range Rover and stuff the Germans

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £10,500

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I guess i paid what i expected to pay. There were no deals going!

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Percieved reliability and Audi looks

    What was the dealer like?

    Helpful and friendly

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Great when it works. Lovely and smooth and quiet.

    What's it like to park?

    I'm ok with it as i'm used to driving big cars.

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes lots. Steering column squeeked and needed replacing, the CD player packed up, there is a persistent knock at the front when i reverse and turn which Audi refuse to accept exists, the brake pads, discs and calipers all needed replacing after one year, the boot dealock packed up, the petrol filler cap lock packed up, this morning the battery died on me for no reaon (ok i accept this could be age) Some thermostat thingy packed up which cost a bomb, some other engine management thingy packed up which also cost a bomb. It has cost me a packet.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's huge.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air con. Wish it had leather seats.