"Jon E" > wrote in message
...
> Hi all,
>
> I'm interested in buying an A4 1.8T Avant and was wondering what to check
> for. I've heard there is something like a timing belt to be changed
around
> 100k, is this right? I'm in the uk and looking at spending 4000-5000, so
> proabably a 1996 model.
>
> Was there anything specific to watch for on the early ones?
>
> Anything about them greatly appreciated.
>
> Many TIA
>
> Jon E
>
Hi Jon. Timing belt change is advised no later that 80K miles. Just look for
the usual service history, that all the electrics and climate work and that
the front suspension moves smoothly and with NO noise when you bounce it.
Sounds expensive for a '96 ! Have a look on eBay.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...61621 33&rd=1
Rgds
Alec


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