ronet2:
Am planning to buy Audi A6 3.2v6 quattro with triptronic gear via Cotonu by may 2015.I will like to have insightful information about the car like:
1 Reliability
2 maintenance
3 major known faults
4 spares availability in Nigeria
5 .Good auto mechanic for Audi unit in Nigeria

Though I would have prefers A6 2.0tfsi,but it does come with dreaded multitronic tranny.
Thanks

GAZZUZZ:


Ask siena.

ronet2:
Am planning to buy Audi A6 3.2v6 quattro with triptronic gear via Cotonu by may 2015.I will like to have insightful information about the car like:
1 Reliability
2 maintenance
3 major known faults
4 spares availability in Nigeria
5 .Good auto mechanic for Audi unit in Nigeria

Though I would have prefers A6 2.0tfsi,but it does come with dreaded multitronic tranny.
Thanks

Siena:
Personally, I would avoid the 3.2 FSI version.
FSI engines are efficient, but the intake manifold needs periodic removal to decoke. The fuel pressures are almost as high as that in a diesel, so working on the fuel system with little or no knowledge is a recipe for disaster.
The fuel pump is also mega money, as a regular A6 non-FSI will not work.
Also consider the timing chain. It's at the back of the engine, and requires engine and transmission removal, then separation on the bench to replace it. It's a 15-hour job, over here Audi quote £2700 parts and labour to replace it. I myself charge £1900.
Consider even the most basic parts for this job in Nigeria, and the available expertise to carry it out.
My advice would be to go with the 4.2 V8 non-FSI. There is the 2.4 V6 too, if you can find a Quattro model, it won't be Multitronic / CVT.
Good luck!

Nixon55:


Siena, I am getting a 2001 Audi A6 2.4L V6 Tiptronic..(4B, C5)
What are your thoughts?

Siena:
Personally, I would avoid the 3.2 FSI version.

FSI engines are efficient, but the intake manifold needs periodic removal to decoke. The fuel pressures are almost as high as that in a diesel, so working on the fuel system with little or no knowledge is a recipe for disaster.

The fuel pump is also mega money, as a regular A6 non-FSI will not work.

Also consider the timing chain. It's at the back of the engine, and requires engine and transmission removal, then separation on the bench to replace it. It's a 15-hour job, over here Audi quote £2700 parts and labour to replace it. I myself charge £1900.

Consider even the most basic parts for this job in Nigeria, and the available expertise to carry it out.

My advice would be to go with the 4.2 V8 non-FSI. There is the 2.4 V6 too, if you can find a Quattro model, it won't be Multitronic / CVT.

Good luck!

ronet2:

Thanks Siena for ur timely response. I have already asked an agent to look out for the 3.2 v6,but will alert him for a change of plan.
The problem is the possibility of of getting an A6 2.4 v6 from cotonu will be small.I have made enquirers and is like we have more 2.4 multitronic than quattro. Secondly, the 4.2 v8 is kinda big for me.it will be a fuel guzzler. Please is their another A6 version you can recommend that has it timing in front for easy assessment?
Incase I happen to see A6 2.4, what are the possibility that I will get service parts here in Nigeria?
I love the A6 model
Thanks

chucky234:
If you are ready I can get you a clean A6 2.4 Quattro in Cotonou , performance guaranteed.

ronet2:
Thanks Chucky.like how much are we looking at?

lonelydora:
When ever Siena speaks, I always feel as if I'm in a lecture hall. Siena you too much.

Since CHANGE is the trending thing in Nigeria now, I will soon change from Japanese to German machines, Mercedes in particular. When that time comes, Siena I believe you will also extend your hand of Lecturing to me.

Siena:
Personally, I would avoid the 3.2 FSI version.

FSI engines are efficient, but the intake manifold needs periodic removal to decoke. The fuel pressures are almost as high as that in a diesel, so working on the fuel system with little or no knowledge is a recipe for disaster.

The fuel pump is also mega money, as a regular A6 non-FSI will not work.

Also consider the timing chain. It's at the back of the engine, and requires engine and transmission removal, then separation on the bench to replace it. It's a 15-hour job, over here Audi quote £2700 parts and labour to replace it. I myself charge £1900.

Consider even the most basic parts for this job in Nigeria, and the available expertise to carry it out.

My advice would be to go with the 4.2 V8 non-FSI. There is the 2.4 V6 too, if you can find a Quattro model, it won't be Multitronic / CVT.

Good luck!

ronet2:
Please my fellow nairalanders, am still waiting for answers.Like Siena Siena is no longer consistent in here.Any VW/Audi enthusiasts in the house should please help out.
Thanks

kaeforum:


Do you reside in Nigeria, hope you know the state of our :

1. roads
2. inavailability of part for this car.
3. No competent mechanics to fix this ride, i have alot of them parked in mechanic workshops all over the country.
4. You should have enough cash to import the parts to your location.

Why not go for a 2010 passat or Jetta less problems and worry.

ronet2:
Thanks everyone for ur insights and contributions. I have decided to go ahead to pick 2006 Audi A6 3.2Quattroo as against 2005 model.After a long research and enquiries, I have come to the conclusion that I can actually maintain the unit .My resolve is to make sure I diagnose the vehicle first to pinpoint the faults before I can allow a mechanic to touch it. From my research,this model shares underneath in common with C5 and I have already ordered for a vcds specific for VW,Audi while I wait for the ride to reach Naija.
Thanks all

haykay2005:

Please don't forget to post the pictures on Nigeria soil with the current price. Am Also thinking of buying the same model, same year
Seems audi are not that popular here in Nigeria . The tokunbo are very scarce online

GAZZUZZ:


Ask siena.

ataspray:

Normally u wld have just told d op not to buy. why did u refer him to siena instead? hehe fear no fit gree u talk rubbish untop audi. its good to see u still know ur place in cartalk.

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ataspray:

Normally u wld have just told d op not to buy. why did u refer him to siena instead? hehe fear no fit gree u talk rubbish untop audi. its good to see u still know ur place in cartalk.

ataspray:

Normally u wld have just told d op not to buy. why did u refer him to siena instead? hehe fear no fit gree u talk rubbish untop audi. its good to see u still know ur place in cartalk.

bglory:
Hello Everyone, I need advice about audi A6 1999-2000 model. Does it always develope electrical problem?