Steve Q

Glad we could help 🙂

Well if the garage you bought it from are denying any issue then you'll have to bite the bullet and get Audi to diagnose the fault to prove the garage wrong.

When did you have the work done? How long ago.

Yep I mean code reader. But if no idea displayed then I'd recommend an auto electrican to take a look.

Is it the ones next to the fog lights? If so aren't they day time running lights?

Which what sorry?

Sounds good plans so far. I can't speak for the c8 but I know on the c5 an induction kit actually is not as efficient as the original airbox system believe it or not. If you can't find an induction kit you could look at fitting an upgraded panel filter.

Yea definitely recommend a diagnostic check. Audi are the only place for software updates on engine or gearbox. Might be worth seeing if you're car is overdue one as Audi will do it for free if it's overdue as its a bit like a recall. I'd definitely recommend a gearbox oil change if there's no record of it being done.

They're certainly getting rare now. The problem is people often can afford to buy older Audi's but then struggle to pay the ongoing maintenance costs. So they then get scrapped.

If you've used them before then it might be worth going with them.

Rolling road definitely sensible. Key question is what condition and service history is on the engine. Don't forget you might need to consider a gearbox remap too. Celtic tuning, darkside developments or viezu.

Well the fact Audi have found a problem highlights the garage were trying to fob you off. Did Audi say what the fault was? Once diagnosed you can try and get the garage to pay for it especially as you've raised the issue within 30 days of purchase. If you get no where you could contact the motoring ombudsman.

What's the service history on the car? How long have you had it? When was the gearbox last serviced? I'd recommend a diagnostic check. Could also be an injector, MAF or turbo issue.

When ever I've needed cars trailered I use Shipley. It's run by the owners of eBay and it allows companies bid on your transport job whether that be a car or a sofa etc.

Please keep us posted on how you get on 🙂

Might be worth seeing if your current one can be rebuilt

I'm shocked that Audi can't provide you with the information as I think they'll be the only ones who can. Might be worth speaking to Audi customer services.

I'd definitely recommend getting a proper diagnosis. As loosing coolant isn't good. What colour smoke is coming out of the exhaust, because if it's not leaking then it could be a failing head gasket. I'd definitely recommend thoroughly checking the coolant system though, it could even be the expansion tank cap seal.

Sorry to hear of your situation, is it worth considering a garage further afield? I appreciate it's a massive inconvenience but I know this is something id consider.

Yep you can do a sales post. Please put a price and pictures. Thank you.

If within 30 days of purchase then take it back to the dealer for them to check and fix as it will be FOC. Also within 30 days period of you're not happy you can get a full refund. I'd definitely recommend a diagnostic check.

Glad you're pleased with your c8 🙂 might be able to get the phonebox retrofitted. Autologics have been used by members with positive results

You're welcome 🙂 I've been looking myself when the time comes.

I'd recommend a diagnostic check. If the servicing is all present then I'd consider a sensor issue.

Might be worth asking for pictures from the seller so you can compare it to yours. Also ask for the part number. You might be able to make one good one from both.