Hello

I'm a newbie and wanted advice. Had A2 and A4 before. Now looking at 2010 diesel 168hp quattro.A3. Nearly rang the guy today but want to check first if it's a wise move.  The Ad saysCar has 215000 kms with full service history.

Do I need to be cautious as its 5500 euro and seems cheap.

What am I looking out for

It's an Irish A3 registered from new

Thanks

Check for proof of cambelt and water pump changed and gearbox oil changes. Is it manual or auto? 

Any proof of quattro system service? Tyres, are they even tread and same brand on the axle as it can cause wear to quattro system if not. 

Do all electrical items work? 

Have you checked buyers guides on YouTube? 

Ad says timing belt and water pump changed 13000 kms ago and oil change 5000 kms ago. No mention of quattro system.  New brake pads and discs. 

11 months left on test.

Ad says service history from new and everything 100%..

I have read reviews that's why I was a bit worried as sounds too good to be true. I guess I'm being cautious as car is 2 hrs drive away and don't want disappointment. Generally there is many gangsters over here .

But saying that its very hard to find such a car here in Ireland 

Thank you Steve  for advice.

If I buy it I post again

 

Hello Laurence,

Prior homework is king in your situation. Request copy of the service history before embarking on viewing it. Do a vehicle check on it. I’ve used VCheck to good avail. This will give you ownership history, auction activity etc. How long has the last owner owned it?Not sure if this check will apply to ROI -?

Have you checked the MOT history etc.? 
Regards,

Gareth. 
p.s. Do you really need a Quattro on a 15 year old car - more potential for issues? 

Ad says timing belt and water pump changed 13000 kms ago and oil change 5000 kms ago. No mention of quattro system.  New brake pads and discs. 

11 months left on test.

Ad says service history from new and everything 100%..

I have read reviews that's why I was a bit worried as sounds too good to be true. I guess I'm being cautious as car is 2 hrs drive away and don't want disappointment. Generally there is many gangsters over here .

But saying that its very hard to find such a car here in Ireland 

Thank you Steve  for advice.

If I buy it I post again

 

Hi Gareth 

Thank you for your reply.

This is why I put up a post about 2010 A3 Quattro.  Much to consider and now doubtful about the car. I will post again with updates

I’m confused Laurence, 

Yes, I know you are talking about a 2010 A3 Quattro, but you haven’t commented on whether you have/ intend to, carry out the suggested homework.

Neither have you confirmed that your interest does not extend to non- Quattro.