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1998 Audi A8 Quattro Won't Start Not Running on 2040-cars
US $1,600.00
Year:1998
Mileage:203950
Color:
Location:
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4.2 L V8
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4.2 L V8
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: WAUBG34D9WN006875
Year: 1998
Make: Audi
Model: A8
Trim: Base Quattro 4.2L
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Drive Type: all wheel drive
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 203,950
Sub Model: Base Quattro
Exterior Color: Silver
Number of Doors: 4
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Audi
Model: A8
Trim: Base Quattro 4.2L
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Drive Type: all wheel drive
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 203,950
Sub Model: Base Quattro
Exterior Color: Silver
Number of Doors: 4
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 8
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
***Not currently running, needs new timing belt tensioner***
I have loved my Audi for the last 4 years but it is time to say goodbye. Over the years it has been a ton of fun to drive until a few weeks ago when it did not start one morning. The mechanic replaced the engine speed sensor first and then found the reason why it won't start... a bad timing belt tensioner. The timing belt was replaced about 60 k miles ago and did not break, but without enough pressure from the tensioner, the timing belt can't work properly and the engine won't start. Because this happened in the driveway with the vehicle stopped instead of on the freeway, and because the timing belt isn't broken, the mechanic said there should be no damage to the engine valves etc. This mechanic has 30 years experience and specializes in Audi repair so he is convinced that the timing belt is the problem, but since I am not a mechanic myself, I can not guarantee that repairing the timing belt will make it start. All I know is it was running well when I pulled into the driveway afer work one day, then wouldn't start the next morning. The estimated repair for the timing belt is about $1000 so I decided to sell it without the repair. This car is still worth a lot. It has a clean title, which I have in hand. If you were to buy this car for $1500 and spend $1000 repairing it, you would still be spending only $2500 for luxury sports sedan with a list price of $71000 and an NADA retail book value of $4100.
This would be a great parts car if you already own an A8 or if you're mechanically inclined, you could make some money parting the car out. The aluminum body panels are currently selling on ebay for $399-499, doors $199, and any other Audi part is worth about twice as much as other brands.
There are a lot of things to love about the A8. The 4.2 L V8 engine gives you 300 HP while giving great gas mileage (I average 19 mpg in town and 23 mpg on the highway). It gives you an amazing smooth, quiet ride when you want it and takes the curves beautifully in the canyons. You'll never have a problem getting around town in the snow or up to the ski slopes with the Audi all wheel drive. I love the sound system and everyone in the family loves the heated leather seats in front and back. It has the darkest legal tint on the front and rear windows. This car has the cold weather package, the warm weather package (a solar panel in the sunroof powers a fan that circulates fresh air into the car while it is parked), HID headlights, and 17 inch alloy wheels. The best part about this car? It has been cared for and maintained throughout its lifetime. It was in perfect condition when I bought it and I have always kept it clean and properly maintained. It has never been owned by a smoker. You'll be amazed at the condition of this 15 year old car.
Recent repairs and maintenance includes the following:
Battery replaced one month ago.
There are a lot of things to love about the A8. The 4.2 L V8 engine gives you 300 HP while giving great gas mileage (I average 19 mpg in town and 23 mpg on the highway). It gives you an amazing smooth, quiet ride when you want it and takes the curves beautifully in the canyons. You'll never have a problem getting around town in the snow or up to the ski slopes with the Audi all wheel drive. I love the sound system and everyone in the family loves the heated leather seats in front and back. It has the darkest legal tint on the front and rear windows. This car has the cold weather package, the warm weather package (a solar panel in the sunroof powers a fan that circulates fresh air into the car while it is parked), HID headlights, and 17 inch alloy wheels. The best part about this car? It has been cared for and maintained throughout its lifetime. It was in perfect condition when I bought it and I have always kept it clean and properly maintained. It has never been owned by a smoker. You'll be amazed at the condition of this 15 year old car.
Recent repairs and maintenance includes the following:
Battery replaced one month ago.
Brand new front end suspension (control arms, axles, CV boots, and shocks) at 194,000 miles ($1500 repair).
Windshield replaced 1 year ago.
Completely rebuilt transmission 2 years ago at 178,000 miles, a $3500 repair that will last the lifetime of the car.
Tune up with new spark plugs and air filter 1 year ago.
New front brakes at 194,000 miles. Completely rebuilt transmission 2 years ago at 178,000 miles, a $3500 repair that will last the lifetime of the car.
New fuel pump, timing belt, water pump 3 years ago at 162,000 miles.
Here are the things I know that are not perfect. Most critical is that it needs a timing belt replacement, won't start because of this. Sunroof and cruise control not working, never had it evaluated. The 6-disc CD changer in the trunk has never worked for me, never had it evaluated (I use my MP3 player or phone connected through the tape deck). Tires are in fair condition, need to be replaced within about 6 months. Has a slow oil leak which requires me to add a quart every 2 months. The front bumper caught on a curb while backing out of a parking spot and pulled off, breaking off the headlight washers and causing a break in the plastic on the driver's side of the front bumper (see photos). Remainder of the body panels are in great condition with no dents. Everything else works great. Red LED lights in the display are perfect with no missing pixels.
Here are the things I know that are not perfect. Most critical is that it needs a timing belt replacement, won't start because of this. Sunroof and cruise control not working, never had it evaluated. The 6-disc CD changer in the trunk has never worked for me, never had it evaluated (I use my MP3 player or phone connected through the tape deck). Tires are in fair condition, need to be replaced within about 6 months. Has a slow oil leak which requires me to add a quart every 2 months. The front bumper caught on a curb while backing out of a parking spot and pulled off, breaking off the headlight washers and causing a break in the plastic on the driver's side of the front bumper (see photos). Remainder of the body panels are in great condition with no dents. Everything else works great. Red LED lights in the display are perfect with no missing pixels.
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