Steve Q

Well the fact Audi have found a problem highlights the garage were trying to fob you off. Did Audi say what the fault was? Once diagnosed you can try and get the garage to pay for it especially as you've raised the issue within 30 days of purchase. If you get no where you could contact the motoring ombudsman.

What's the service history on the car? How long have you had it? When was the gearbox last serviced? I'd recommend a diagnostic check. Could also be an injector, MAF or turbo issue.

When ever I've needed cars trailered I use Shipley. It's run by the owners of eBay and it allows companies bid on your transport job whether that be a car or a sofa etc.

Please keep us posted on how you get on 🙂

Might be worth seeing if your current one can be rebuilt

I'm shocked that Audi can't provide you with the information as I think they'll be the only ones who can. Might be worth speaking to Audi customer services.

I'd definitely recommend getting a proper diagnosis. As loosing coolant isn't good. What colour smoke is coming out of the exhaust, because if it's not leaking then it could be a failing head gasket. I'd definitely recommend thoroughly checking the coolant system though, it could even be the expansion tank cap seal.

Sorry to hear of your situation, is it worth considering a garage further afield? I appreciate it's a massive inconvenience but I know this is something id consider.

Yep you can do a sales post. Please put a price and pictures. Thank you.

If within 30 days of purchase then take it back to the dealer for them to check and fix as it will be FOC. Also within 30 days period of you're not happy you can get a full refund. I'd definitely recommend a diagnostic check.

Glad you're pleased with your c8 🙂 might be able to get the phonebox retrofitted. Autologics have been used by members with positive results

You're welcome 🙂 I've been looking myself when the time comes.

I'd recommend a diagnostic check. If the servicing is all present then I'd consider a sensor issue.

Might be worth asking for pictures from the seller so you can compare it to yours. Also ask for the part number. You might be able to make one good one from both.

Have you considered the injectors or glow plugs? On my A6 c5 I've had to change the glow plugs. But I think I'll have to change the injectors at some point.

When I had this on a ford escort many moons ago it was the stalk unit that had to be replaced. This is also a common issue on french cars. So definitely worth a check. Especially as you've changed everything else.

I'd recommend check your light seals and boot seals first off.

I'd definitely recommend a diagnostic check now as you've done what you can.

I believe Sach do upgraded clutches for stage 1 and 2.

It's not the most economical as the q3 is a big car. What ever the official mpg figures are then take 10 off them.

No probs. If you've bought it within 30 days the garage have to put it right.

No probs at all 🙂

It technically is an MOT failure if you remove dpf. Even though I can understand why youre thinking of it.

How are you getting on with this?

Key things is service history. Is there proof of the Cambelt being changed, has the gearbox oil been changed? If quattro are all tyres same tread on each axle as uneven wear can damage the quattro system. Have a look at some buyers guides on YouTube. My friend has a 3.2 TT and engine has been mechanically fine (2007 model)