Gone.

JARblue · 02-23-2015, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by chii370

I will miss my nismo, problems and all. But I wont miss the pricetag or cost of upkeep.

You continue to thoroughly confuse me. You thought Nismo upkeep was expensive, so instead you bought an Audi?

Regardles, good luck in your new endeavors

JARblue · 02-23-2015, 11:05 AM

lol well that makes a bit more sense but I won't be surprised when your repairs/upkeep on the $4500 Audi exceed the repairs/upkeep on your $40K Nismo in less than a year

chii370 · 02-23-2015, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

lol well that makes a bit more sense but I won't be surprised when your repairs/upkeep on the $4500 Audi exceed the repairs/upkeep on your $40K Nismo in less than a year

your not the only one that told me that lol. Maybe I should have listened....... oh well, it was cheap enough I could sell it and probably break even. We will see, whats a reliable little 4 door 4 wheel drive family car you would recommend?

brancky3 · 02-23-2015, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

lol well that makes a bit more sense but I won't be surprised when your repairs/upkeep on the $4500 Audi exceed the repairs/upkeep on your $40K Nismo in less than a year

On an A4? Doubtful. Since it is the 2006 version of the 2.0T it may need some work done to the cam follower which drives the high pressure fuel pump (ezpz part if so, $50 and a 1 hr DIY job) and probably some front suspension work. Make sure you get the timing belt changed ASAP if it hasn't been done already, it's a 50k maintenance item despite what the manual says. Same goes for the cam follower, it WILL grenade your engine if you don't change it.

chii370 · 02-23-2015, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by brancky3

On an A4? Doubtful. Since it is the 2006 version of the 2.0T it may need some work done to the cam follower which drives the high pressure fuel pump (ezpz part if so, $50 and a 1 hr DIY job) and probably some front suspension work. Make sure you get the timing belt changed ASAP if it hasn't been done already, it's a 50k maintenance item despite what the manual says. Same goes for the cam follower, it WILL grenade your engine if you don't change it.

Ah, thanks for the advice. I will get that done this weekend.

It will be quite some time before I get started on the project, but rest assured I will keep everyone updated. Im the type that is quite proud of work done myself. As soon as I get the engine I will clean it up and post some pics. The 240 is in no condition to show off right now......... so wait till I at least have it painted lol.

JARblue · 02-23-2015, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by brancky3

On an A4? Doubtful. Since it is the 2006 version of the 2.0T it may need some work done to the cam follower which drives the high pressure fuel pump (ezpz part if so, $50 and a 1 hr DIY job) and probably some front suspension work. Make sure you get the timing belt changed ASAP if it hasn't been done already, it's a 50k maintenance item despite what the manual says. Same goes for the cam follower, it WILL grenade your engine if you don't change it.

You say doubtful, but then you specifically refer to an apparently known issue where the cam follower destroys your engine

Would you trust that the previous owner had this done at 50K miles, especially if it's not a standard maintenance item? He said the car has 90K miles on it, so ....

You obviously know more about Audis than me. I just know their interior is very nice (understatement) and when they break down as they get on in miles, it's often serious and outrageously expensive. Hopefully you have provided him with some good, relevant information that will keep his Audi running well for the time being

chii370 · 02-23-2015, 11:50 AM

Shoot, should have probably asked peoples advice on here ahead of time on the "best" family car to invest in. Only stipulations would be it must be 4wd and a car, wagon or POSSIBLY a crossover. Didnt want a truck, suv, or van. What would everyone recommend? Im actually still ubder the return policy time for the used car dealership if i choose i dont want the car. May be a fee... but if its to avoid a huge headache in the future i will totally do it.

brancky3 · 02-23-2015, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

You say doubtful, but then you specifically refer to an apparently known issue where the cam follower destroys your engine

Would you trust that the previous owner had this done at 50K miles, especially if it's not a standard maintenance item? He said the car has 90K miles on it, so ....

You obviously know more about Audis than me. I just know their interior is very nice (understatement) and when they break down as they get on in miles, it's often serious and outrageously expensive. Hopefully you have provided him with some good, relevant information that will keep his Audi running well for the time being

I guess you're right there, I did contradict myself

Fix those issues I mentioned and you should be golden

JARblue · 02-23-2015, 12:00 PM

AWD sedan options are limited ... not really sure what to recommend.

Subaru, Ford, Audi, and Volvo are about all I can think of off the top of my head. But most of them are newer and might have difficulty finding a cheap, used one in good condition. Impreza and Legacy are probably the cheapest. Top the line Fusion has one, and it isn't a terrible vehicle. S4 and S60 also. Seems like you might be right where you want to be.

DCNISMO · 02-25-2015, 06:46 AM

At 90K the Audi coolant tank resivoir should be replaced too. Thats about the time they commit suicide. Coil packs too. Not sure if the 2006 2.0 has direct injection, but if it does....carbon buildup can be pretty bad on Audi engines with DI.

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chii370 Track Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: . Posts: 642 Drives: . Rep Power: 16	Shoot, should have probably asked peoples advice on here ahead of time on the "best" family car to invest in. Only stipulations would be it must be 4wd and a car, wagon or POSSIBLY a crossover. Didnt want a truck, suv, or van. What would everyone recommend? Im actually still ubder the return policy time for the used car dealership if i choose i dont want the car. May be a fee... but if its to avoid a huge headache in the future i will totally do it.

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DCNISMO Track Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: washington dc Posts: 995 Drives: Nismo Z Rep Power: 179	At 90K the Audi coolant tank resivoir should be replaced too. Thats about the time they commit suicide. Coil packs too. Not sure if the 2006 2.0 has direct injection, but if it does....carbon buildup can be pretty bad on Audi engines with DI.