Steve Q

Was there an export marker or import marker on the hpi? I think the fact it's been out down as an A6, S6 and rs6 is a red herring. It's definitely a narrow body so would be discounted as an s6 and rs6 as these were wider. Wider wings, bigger windscreen, longer front end. Do you know the engine code? I'm wondering if the seats have just been swapped for allroad ones. The grey cloth driver seat is a sports seat which is what I suspect it had from new. Is there anything in the service history to hint is got around? Ie invoices in different languages etc. If you can let me know the engine code then I can find out the true power etc of it. Rather than a prototype I wonder if it's a south African or jap import. It's definitely a prefacelift with the bonnet it has which would confirm it's a 1999 built car. Facelift cars were late 2001 onwards. What upgraded injectors and turbo has it got? Is there an invoice for them?

Hey kev, looks like it's got an allroad interior too except for drivers seat which looks entry level cloth. Plus smoked rear lights and a front bumper with an unusual splitter (lower bumper). What's the engine code? Should be on the service book or in the sticker in the boot. According to one car checker it's a 150bhp version and another says it's a 163bhp but also quattro which is very unusual as the quattros were 180bhp. Also some sites say it was registered in 1999 and others 2003. I wonder if it's an import?

Yep you're right 5 years. Audi did change it to unlimited age and 120k but this would be unwise to follow. As it used to be 5 years. Any car you're looking at , it's worth asking if the supplying dealer will fit a cambelt and water pump. Definitely worth looking at gearbox oil services. I think the mileage is 50-60k I think. But definitely worth getting it done for peace of mind. Don't forget to check out buyers guides on YouTube.

Might be worth reprogramming the key which you can do via YouTube tutorial online. In failing that, you might need a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up?

Could this be an alternator problem causing an electrical problem?

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There has been similar cases. Make sure any sound deadening you're planning to fit in the wheel arches is water proof. Otherwise it'll trap moisture and rot the wings from inside out. You'd be best putting it on the bulkhead underneath the dash and footwells.

Have you had the battery checked? As a failing battery can cause electrical issues. The steering could be a sensor, module or worse case scenario the rack itself.

Hey kev, sorry I didn't respond. Will take a look

This could be an issue with the instrument cluster. Might be worth getting an auto electrician to take a look

It'll depend if codes were there to start with. If no cors and no EML then you should just be able to refit it without a computer

Same buddy. Where in Leicester are you based?

Very nice, and thank you. I've found a guy who says he can rebuild mine. Got to source all the parts but as you know it's not cheap. Pistons £1k+, cams £400-500, turbo £600, injectors £600 etc. Please keep us posted on how you get on collecting it. Where abouts are you based?

You're most welcome, should give you many years of motoring enjoyment to come. Gives me inspiration to get my A6 sorted. Glad you got sorted with insurance. I see you're in Leicester like me 🙂 if you don't mind Me asking who did your engine rebuild? And interior work?

This car looks stunning. Is it worth you trying a broker like performance direct?

Could it be an issue with a seizing brake caliper or issue with a driveshaft?

Great stuff 👍 🙂

Glad you got sorted 🙂

I guess it's a case of keep searching eBay to be honest

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Could it be a loose backing plate?

Sorry to hear this John. eBay are very good at supporting buyers. Hope you persevere. How are you finding the A3?

Fantastic news, thanks for updating us 🙂 glad fitment was straightforward

Have you tried eBay?

Fantastic news, glad it's sorted. Thank you for updating us 🙂