Hello Guys,
I just bought an Audi A6, 2001 model a few weeks ago and from the words of people I think I have just made the biggest mistake of my life. They go on about the very huge cost of maintaining Audi's, lack of spare parts, unavailability of competent Audi mechanics and the list goes on. It has gotten so bad now that I am even afraid of driving it and thinking seriously about selling it FAST. But in the mean time, I would like to have the experiences of Nairaland Audi owners here in Nigeria.
1. How cheap/expensive is it to maintain?
2. Parts? is it easy to obtain? is it cheap or expensive?
3. Labour--where can I get competent Audi mechanics in Lagos?

I really need this information before I sell my beloved Audi and buy a cheapo japanese car that any roadside mechanic can work on.
Thanks

Baba Siena,
I just bought it and I haven't used it at all, so I have no problems with it. But the cost of maintaining it is making me afraid. with all my enquiries I am yet to discover any competent Audi mechanic here in Lagos. I am really confused now, it would hurt me to see her go, but I cant wreak myself financially just to maintain a car. Please advice.

Thanks Baba Siena,
If I am going to keep the car, which I am not too sure about yet, what are the day to day things I need to do to keep her in good running? Bearing in mind that I know Zilch about cars?
Tips and tricks?
thanks

To my other Nairaland Audi users, How do you guys take care of your audi's? where do you go for parts and repairs? Kindly reply oh!!!

^^^ I thing a general write up on maintenance and how to's should be compiled in a FAQ thread.

This looks like an interesting topic. Baba Siena,we are all waiting for your writeup. Thanks

my brother if u er selling that ur audi let me know . av used an audi and i know alot about it DONT BE BRAINWASHED audi is one car i can neva talk bad about ,although the maitenance could be a little higher than that of the regular jap car ,but audi especialy a6 a4 and so on dont have regular isues KEEP THAT RIDE cos u will enjoy if u have a good maintenance culture my piece

Look bro,you need not bother your head,I'm a dealer and I drive an Audi too! While it is true that incompetent roadside mechanics can validate all you've heard, same goes for all brands of cars. Get a good mechanic and let me give u few tips
Check ur oil level and water level every couple of days, be obsevant,use your dashboard indicators well. I would've recommended my mechanic but I'm based in Ibadan but you can call me anytime and I'll help you confirm anything from my spare parts dealer and mechanic

I have been driving an Audi A6 for 4years now and i can confidently tell you that all that is been said about Audi,being expensive and difficult to maintain is all rubbish. Most time,its better to buy genuine parts for your car,so that once you change it,it gives you value for your money.I dont live in Nigeria,but the only problem i see in Nigeria are the roads.Audi A6 is a bit low to the ground,compared to Audi A4,apart from that,there are mechanics in Lagos etc,that uses computer to check out faults,once that is done,it automatically tells you the problem with your car and you fix same.Even in Europe,we but spare parts from scrap yards,so your matori etc,will surely have Audi spare parts.But i will tell you that Audi,rarely gives you problems.its a german machine! Make sure you check the oils,water levels,air levels in the tyre etc(the basic checks) and the car will serve you.Dont listen to scare mongers.There will be times you will need to buy spare parts,there are Volkswagen spares in Nigeria and i am sure they'l stock Audi parts too. or check ebay,you can get them there.

iyana itire in lagos has almost all the parts you`ll think of in an audi. they sell tokunbohs mostly. that`s where i buy most parts for my audi a6

@Zhl_kenny
What mechanic do you use?
@Baba Sienna
I am still awaiting your maintenance write up.

Pls, Nairalanders how do you post your topic in nairaland site here please somebody help me out am boring over it, please direct me.

thanks.

@Op, omo how you go dey talk dis kain thing na Nice ride like that? U dey listen to every-every wey dey our street. If u no wan cable d ride bring am make i cable am for u!

When i wanted to buy my Audi A4, alot of people especially mechanics discouraged me, but i still went ahead to buy it and have been enjoying it since 2009. The only thing i have done is servicing. I can tell you that Audi cars are good, strong and reliable. GERMAN MACHINE.Am really enjoying my A4. You can get virtually all Audi parts at Iyana Itire. Any technician that is good with VW cars can repair Audi cars.

Audi cars are one of the best and reliable cars to use, so dont let anyone brainwash you into thinking that u made a mistake buyin one.

i drive an audi Q5 in south Africa and its d best car over. Bought it new in june and d experience is heavenly mostly because the roads in SA are lovely and there are numerous audi dealers with genuine parts here.
As for nija i think the problem is not limited to audi alone, all cars suffer from bad roads, poor mechanics and too many fake parts.

Just make sure you look for genuine audi dealers who will handle your car with respect

audi 2001, oh boy u no see audi 2011 for market. do u think u can still get the parts for market? no body pray make him car get accident cos na only from accident audi u fit get ur own parts. right now, germans are producing parts for latest audi not scrape ones thank u sir

guy just buy a scantool for abt 20-25k. i drive a6 @ d moment. its a 4 wheel drive (quattro) im enjoying it. i scan it whenever i see a warning light. it d best car i ve ever driven.

I don't f with audi but the rate at which my old man in naija replaces audi with audi makes me believe he is having a happy married life with audi. enjoy ur ride bro.

The only problem I have is that your Audi is 10 years old. I would only buy an Audi with warranty because the parts are very expensive. I would not buy a 10 year old Audi. That being said you have already bought it. You might as well drive the thing and find a good mechanic. No need to be scared. You don pull trigger already.

Hi 8ightball
the truth is that A4 and A6 are expensive to maintain. they have many electronics sensors the have livespans. this does not prevent you from enjoying your ride. understands that the numbers of qualified mechanics are dropping by the day in nigeria are more advanced technology come into the automobile industry.
two key advices are
1 read very well about your car especially before going to the mechanic. use the Web. There are lot and lot of on line help and the ebay to buy parts.
2. do not patronise just every mechanic!
Enjoy ur ride Brother! good luck.

Baba Siena,
We are still expecting your Audi maintenance writeup. Pls

8ightball:

@Zhl_kenny
What mechanic do you use?
@Baba Sienna
I am still awaiting your maintenance write up.

i use a regular roadside mechanic who`s very good with volkswagon cars. he`s pretty good and somewhat honest

Uk Emmaxin:




Pls, Nairalanders how do you post your topic in nairaland site here please somebody help me out am boring over it, please direct me.

thanks.

Go to the relevant section to post. Click on new topic.

Mr Sienna?
still waiting