Wondering if anyone can help here, I think I have 2 separate issues one may not be an issue.
Just bought a 67 a4 1.4tfsi. 1st gear is pretty noisy, but I've read various things that say it is noisy on these cars. When accelerating at low revs I have a whine that goes up with rpm, get it in every gear though each gear quieter than the last. When I put the foot down the engine noise stops me hearing it, so I'm not sure if I have an issue or it's normal. I haven't had someone drive past me in the car to see if I can hear it outside, but I don't think I can hear it with the windows down. Seems like it's coming through the floor. And with Aircon on and radio on its not nearly as noticeable, just would've thought on a car at this price that noise wouldn't be there.
The second issue is a tapping noise from the top of the engine. I've done a few bits and bobs on cars but never been near an engine, know nothing about them. Tried the old screwdriver stethoscope and it seems to be coming from the middle of the engine to the right of where the spark plugs are at the middle 2 spark plugs. I took the timing belt cover off to have a look and see if anything was loose before I knew where it was coming from and the top left sprocket (camshaft pulley? As I said no idea about engines) doesn't seem to be spinning perfectly centred if that makes sense. Looks like it has a wobble and is spinning off axis. My guess is that's not normal. Not sure I can upload a video here to show it.
I have a warranty etc, but just looking for an idea of what to expect before I take it in and they tell me yeah it's normal.
Thanks in advance for any advice