Overview & Reviews
Stretch an A4 platform, add rounded styling with plenty of edges for character, toss in a sumptuously comfortable interior available in several "atmosphere" styles, blend it all with traditional Germanic handling and what do you get? The excellent new Audi A6 sedan. Our only quibble is with the taillights, which appear to have been inspired by the Chevrolet S-10 pickup. The wagon is carried over from 1997.
- Roomy inside. Impeccable road manners. Tastefully out fitted. Exceptionally comfortable. Optional all-wheel drive system.
User Reviews:
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pay the price - 1998 Audi A6
By audi fan ? - June 13 - 10:46 pmI bought my audi with 40k drove it to a 100k and sold it had it for three years. A very nice car to drive I must say my only problem with the car is it cost a thousand dollers every three months in little nickel and dime problems my front head light went out and it cost 1,000 between the igniter and the lamp for 1 head light. the power windows went out several times. the engine light would come on regulary and would all ways cost me at least a grand each time. Now I am going to by a mercedes or bmw or lexus.
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Great Design, Poor Reliability - 1998 Audi A6
By GoodDesign - June 12 - 10:13 pmLike most reviewers here, I bought my A6 right after it came off of a 3-yr lease. I wondered, "Why would the original owner not buy this wonderful car?" The maintenance is horrific on this car but the car drives so well, and the styling is so superb, I am conflicted over whether or not I would make the purchase again. My mistake was in not purchasing an extended warranty, something that I would never have even considered after owning several Japanese cars. I thought that only American cars needed extended warranties. But when you look at similar year BMWs & Mercedes, there was really no contest. The BMW was faster & the Benz had more recognition, but Audi won the styling competition easily.
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Many trips for repair shop - 1998 Audi A6
By Gary - May 15 - 3:12 amPurchased in 2002 with 25,000 miles and loved the car until 50,000 miles when all the repairs started. Now have 100,000 miles 3yrs later. Have replaced all control arms, (2)oil leaks (rear Cam Adjuster seals @ $1,300 each), wheel bearings, dash readout, heater control flap, tie rods, headlight washer pump. Check Engine light comes on at least every 4-5,000 miles and cost $25 to reset. Luckly I purchased an after market warranty for $1,000 and have had $7,700 in covered repairs. Warranty ran out at 100,000 miles and Im debating weather to keep the car. I love driving but worry what repairs are next.
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Make sure youre wealthy - 1998 Audi A6
By Ric - April 20 - 2:23 pmDont buy one thats not certified! It is a great car, but costs big $$$ to get fixed. Dont take to dealerships! Got 19-20 MPH average (Stinks!) Had all kinds of issues at first. Hit a pothole for $5k of damage. Had a wheel fall off while driving due to a bearing and control arm just breaking off. Engine started leaking oil pretty bad at like 95K. Was still running at 150k, but was hurting. New brakes every 20k or so, new tires about the same, new head lights pretty often. Bent my rims all the time. Always thrashed my front bottoming out. Awesome in the snow - even if the snow was over the hood! Crashes VERY well. Head on with a Jeep Grande Cherokee and no injuries. Car dead.
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Near-Perfect Car - 1998 Audi A6
By BoulderSteve - March 2 - 2:33 pmIve gone through quite a few cars in recent years, including VW Passat, Acura TL, Lexus ES300. This car beats all of them by far and yes, even purchased used. Strong engine, good fuel economy, go-anywhere AWD, luxurious interior (leather & real wood!) with everything at your fingertips, tiptronic transmission. I can ride in this car for hours w/o any backache.
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Affordable Luxury - 1998 Audi A6
By Mark D - December 27 - 1:30 pmI purchased my 1998 Audi A6 pre-owned with 85,000 miles on it. I read lots of reviews before purchasing and was concerned with reliability issues. However, after a test drive I fell in love with the A6 and bought it anyway. Now a year and 28,000 miles later Im still very pleased with the car.
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Audis Quality is not good - 1998 Audi A6
By pelikan - November 13 - 5:27 pmI bought my 1998 Audi A6 Sedan with 51,000 miles on it and had numerous probelms. I Spent over $2,000 to fix things that should not occur in a car with 52k miles, including a new axle, head light washer, water pump, leakign oil seals, electonic display, etc...
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Still love it after 6 yrs & $$ to keepup - 1998 Audi A6
By Rick Parker - October 20 - 2:00 amIve admired Audi vehicles since the 80s and fell in love with the 98 A6 styling, particularily the interior. I felt secure with the 4 yr 60k warranty but was still disappointed in the numerous trips back to the dealer for electrical (info panel on instrument display, window lift motors), interior hardware, and engine issues (fuel injectors, washer reservoir leaks, oil leak - valve cover and main engine seal). I also had to replace the front bumper cover (Audi reinbursed) due to it continuously catching on curbs. But the last two years have been relatively trouble free and it still is a joy to drive and my 15 year old sons friend think its really cool. I do too!
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Fun Until...... - 1998 Audi A6
By NOMOREAUDI - September 28 - 2:00 amFun to drive, like all Audis. Great for the driver, better for the mechanic! Engine started leaking oil at 30K Miles. Check engine light went on at 45K miles because of a recall related item. ABS went out at 70K miles. The electrical system blows bulbs all the time. Spotty build quality + German mechanics = no money left at the end of the day.
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Nice Car, Expensive to Repair - 1998 Audi A6
By S.Costa - August 23 - 2:00 amNice Vehicle. Bought 2 months ago. Some problems included rim leaks,window failure (drivers side), battery start, air bag light. Also the bose speakers blew on the drivers side door, but are ok now. Repairs on this car are very high. Dont buy the car if you cannot afford the up keep!
