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Replying to: juejuebie (Sep 20, 2005 10:14 am) |
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I was just looking at some 2002 A4's on the internet, and the majority of them had peeling coating on the driver's side door handle, and the black on the window buttons had worn off. Is this something that many of you have seen over time? Thanks!
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Replying to: kellilou3 (Mar 07, 2006 8:21 am) |
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I'm deciding between a 1.8T (all have CVT?) or a 1.8T Quattro, any feedback on pros and cons of CVT vs. Quattro? Also, what are advantages or disadvantages of tiptronic transmission? Read somewhere that it results in higher fuel consumption and slower acceleration? Any benefits?! I live in Michigan, so driving in snow is consideration.
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Replying to: lsmmsu88 (Mar 16, 2006 6:44 am) Well, do you want FWD or AWD? Lots of factors involved in this decision... Certainly AWD is a benefit to getting going in snow. If you've had FWD cars and haven't had a problem in the past, then consider the FWD, and maybe even consider getting a set of winter tires (they make a BIG difference!) The dry pavement handling will fill slightly difference, especially if you like to hit the gas a little into turns... Also, what are advantages or disadvantages of tiptronic transmission? Read somewhere that it results in higher fuel consumption and slower acceleration? Any benefits?! The AWD will get 1-2 mpg lower than the FWD. Not a huge difference.... When I drove the 1.8T with the automatic transmission, I thought it was dreadfully sluggish. The manual, IMO, was much snappier. Turbo lag was much more noticeable in the auto. |
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Anyone know the difficulty of replaceing the left headlight on a 2003 A4 1.8T? Dealer wants over $45 plus parts to do this and I must leave the car all day. I have a hard time paying that much for something I've done several times on my wife's Honda for the cost of the bulb. Thanks in advance.
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Replying to: triplesn8s (Mar 06, 2006 9:49 am)
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Replying to: audisucks1 (Mar 17, 2006 11:01 am) |
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Replying to: richb1 (Mar 16, 2006 12:33 pm) The side edge of my 2002 A4 rear-light-panel can be lifted up(it is held in place with two pressure-fitted rubbber-fastners)with a putty knife or small screw driver. Then on the inside of the trunk opening on the side-trim-panel is a small round cover that can be opened from the rear side. Inside is a Phillips-head/8mm socket screw that needs to be unscrewed before the entire light panel will open. The bulb specs are found on the light holder, but beware that the Sylvania Bulb book found in most auto supply stores did not have accurate cross reference information for my vehicle. Maybe someone will come up with the solution for the front bulbs. Hope this helps. |
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Replying to: triplesn8s (Mar 06, 2006 9:49 am) I would seriously consider buying anything but an Audi. My car is now about 2.5 years old (bought it new - on the showroom floor - with 4 miles on it) and I've replaced every headlight, tail light, turn signal, and now the "regulator" - all electrical problems. The regulator (because my driver's side window will not work properly will cost ~ $350. The car is a lemon and everyone I work with that has one (6 people - years 1998 - 2005) have various problems and it's costing them an arm and a leg to keep up with. They're great looking cars and I love the way mine handles (2004 A4 1.8T Quattro), but it's too costly and too much of a pain to keep up with. Good luck, Kelly
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