"Alec" > wrote in message
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> "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.

Also, have a look in the cabin vents for telltale signs of coolant (pink
flakes). A heater core replacement is not fun or inexpensive.