I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. Could be more than one issue. Could be a glow plug issue, injector, cam position sensor etc.
Sounds good if it's a 1 owner car with full history. But the key question you have to ask yourself is why is he selling it?
Che k service history for proof of gearbox oil changes and make sure all electrical items work. Check service history got any evidence of work on the dpf or egr.
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Have you checked the pollen filter housing?
When was the AC system last regasssed?
Is there any water in the wheel well?
Is there condensation on the inside of the vehicle when you get into it in the morning?
Thanks Steve, I've learnt something new. When I had mine changed I only had 2 working out of the 6.
As you know the service interval it makes me wonder if it's been missed, and if so what else has been missed.
They're lovely cars. It'll be either 130 or 163bp.
Check service history on when gearbox was last serviced as this is the Achilles heal in the mechanicals. Looks to be se spec. But if you contact Audi they should be able to provide you a build sheet.
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It makes me wonder if the waring springs have been fitted at some point or of poor quality which is why you've got issues. But even with front measurements they're not even either.