Steve Q

Listening to the video there seems to be a slight whine noise too. The tapping does seem loud, but it's definitely worth checking to see if it happens when engine is warm.

No probs, I do agree it's unlikely and probably something more simple. I just go off personal experience. Please keep us updated on how you get on.

Look for water ingress into the cabin as the roof and it's seals will now be over 20 years old. If you need a new roof this could cost you £2k at a guess. Mechanically it should be ok as long as service as been kept too. If it needs a cambelt and water pump change then factor a bill of £500-£600. Also speaking from personal experience of running a an old Audi almost daily, you may need to factor in high repair costs. My a6 has been owned by me and my father before me a d it has been maintained regardless of cost. This year already it has had it's routine service & mot, plus two boot struts, a window regulator a d us going in next week for the central locking and alarm to be looked at. My a6 is sentimental so I won't get rid of it, but I do have a newer car for daily use. It's not all bad though, for example my a6 completed 2,253 miles to abd from Scotland whilst doing the north coast 500 and didn't skip a beat once.

Now that's a lovely cabriolet. No wonder you're pleased ☺️

I wouldn't be surprised, that is a common cause of electrical gremlins. Sorry I can't help more.

£500-£600 is about right for a cambelt and water pump change.

I've seen a company called light retrofit which concentrate on vag cars. I think it would cost at least £500 to retrofit.

I think a replacement chain and tensioner is probably the outcome.

When ever I want to source brochures or handbooks I first try ebay ☺️

My advice would be to try ebay.

I think it's behind the trim in roughly the same location.

It might be worth speaking to the supplier.

Are you thinking cosmetic or performance? Performance wise a k&n filter or induction kit might not be a bad addition along with a remap.

I'd like to think it would, but my best advice is to ask the dealer who's supplying the car.

Can't say I've ever used one, but I know you can get solar panels that plug into the cigarette lighter to charge the battery.

I think this is a common occurrence.

You're welcome, glad to hear the battery is in good condition. Worse case scenario it could be a failing steering rack as I think it can cause the steering to become weighted to the left or right on other cars (old fiat puntos for example).

Now that's a stunning interior. Look after that as it'll be a future classic. As will the the T25 ☺️

Nice one 👍 sounds a lovely spec, got any pics of it? That's the problem, when owners skimp on maintenance it causes bigger problems later down the line.

When does the noise occur? I'e when engine is cold or warm? What's the mileage on the car?

You're welcome ☺️ definitely worth checking as it'll save you money if it's just a sensor 👍

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 😊 Cheers Steve

Exactly,if it was anything serious it would be yellow or red. At which point the dealer should be fixing it before sale.

Hey How, welcome to the forum. Sorry your message hasn't been responded to. Whst engine gave you got? It's the 2.0 tfsi ones that have the oil consumption issue which is well documented.

Has it got electronic power steering? If so then I wonder if a dying battery could be the cause? Failing batteries often throw up odd electrical issues, including with electronic steering. I had a fiat 500l yank the wheel out my hand once because the battery was so low on charge.