[s-cars] 2000 A6 Quattro

[Lee Levitt]

 <yo-cello at comcast.net> writes:Hi Gary,
> 
> In addition to what others have already mentioned... I'd also pay attention to
> those things that are unique to all A6's of that vintage:
> 
> 1. Info center in the gauge cluster - those tend to have failing pixels and
> not a cheap fix (replacing the cluster if I recall - ours was done under
> warranty), though I know in the UK there's a company that will fix these
> pretty reasonably, but I don't know about here in the states.

Module Master (www.modulemaster.com) has done a couple of mine, quite
reasonably.

>  
> 2. Have the suspension checked out - the control arms can be noisy and often
> fail inspection (at least hear in VT). Not exceptionally hard to replace, but
> something to be aware of.

Control arms are consumables on these cars, just like the coolant overflow
tank.

>  
> 3. Check all electronics. We've had the windows and door locks fail on the
> rear doors - and hear it's quite common. Same goes for the sunroof.

I¹m on my 3rd C5Šelectronics can be a bit of a challenge, but nothing out of
the (Audi) ordinary).

>  
> 4. At 84k and at that price, I'd be suspicious of the timing belt and water
> pump. It may be original. If it hasn't been replaced, plan on doing so right
> away.

As others have saidŠturbos, engine seals and transmission are the key things
to look at. 

By the way, I would only buy a C5 2.7t with the sport interior. The comfort
seats are, um, less comfortable. Of course, you can find them separately and
swap them inŠ

There will be many C5 turbo sedans on the marketŠif you want this platform,
do some looking before you commitŠ

Lee