Steve Q

The key question here is, has the windscreen been fitted properly. Because if it's not sealed properly and allowing water into the car then this could be the cause for your electrical issues. Quite common on older Audi's like mine but I guess the principal would be similar with newer ones like yours. For example do the lights come on in certain weather conditions for example?

Yep I believe you can buy the SD cards from eBay. They'll be cheaper than Audi!

Jack P is the man to ask on here about coilovers etc as he had a modified 8v before his TT 🙂 I have messaged him and will let you know his response 🙂

As much as I can't help you on the wiring. The question formes need to be asked as to.why the previous owner has fitted a twin electric fan setup.

Welcome to the forum you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 great to see another midlands based member like myself 🙂

Welcome to the forum you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 glad you're pleased with your new purchase 🙂

I personally prefer experience over facilities. I personally find the polish very knowledgeable when it comes to vag cars. I speak from experience of seeing how many A6 2.5tdi like mine in eastern Europe that have been extensively modded. However most mechanics here don't have knowledge of modify my engine! As you've had a good experience with him before then that's where I'd be going despite the road in my opinion.

I do agree if the gearbox hasn't been serviced then they can't say full history. Also sealed for life is misleading and nonsense too, especially if they're saying it has to be changed at 100k. Almost implies Audi don't think their products can do more than a 100k lol. Then again they want them to die asap so they can sell you another car or at the very least in your case a diff! Just think if the car was to last 20 years like my a6 has done what state that diff oil would be in 😬

Regarding my question, I'd say don't ignore your instincts. If you feel something isn't right then you're probably not wrong!

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No probs. The Bromley pageant of motoring is a mixed event which might appeal to you. If we can get more members from Milton Keynes interested then we could get a regular meet, I'll put it on the Facebook group too 👍

If you've built up a rapport with them what's making you question it?

It's funny you mention this as I'm trying to start regular meets. Have a look at the midlands section and see if you'd be interested in any of them. Also there's Jap vs German show tomorrow (look under national events), you'd be more welcome to display your car with us tomorrow 🙂

Glad you got sorted 🙂 it's amazing how often it is the pump.

Even if they find faults you don't have to have them repaired there. It's a tough decision. I'd be getting recommendations for each garage.

No probs at all 🙂

Good plan, I'm still surprised the previous owner didn't code the battery.

I'd get the battery coded first of all as the mmi might have gone into a safe mode for security. Whilst the diagnostic Machine is plug in you may as well see what fault codes flag up. As you may find the mmi needs a reset or has failed. If it does boot up but you haven't got a code Audi can supply you with one. Regarding the gearbox when was the oil last changed? The CVT boxes aren't the strongest but if you check the codes for the mmi issue then you might find a fault with the gearbox. As it could be a module.

You could look at upgraded hoses (silicone) and regarding the limp mode I'd be getting a diagnostic check. Was the remap done on a rolling road or just via a computer on your drive?

Ford did the same in the 70s with the pinto or similar in the US. Along with Chevrolet with the corvair in the 60s.

You're welcome 🙂 next show is this Sunday (Jap Vs german) we have a club display and you've be more than welcome to come along and display your car. Have a look under the events section for more info 👍

Sorry you're experiencing these issues. If you bought it on finance you could contact them to explain the issues and say it's not fit for purpose and you want to return it. See what they say. I'm sure when they speak to Audi something will be done then!

That is very surprising!