1997 Audi A6, 2.8 V6, 30V

So with the Discovery for sale, and the caravan awaiting a small repair before we advertise it, the situation might have arisen where we had a caravan on the drive without the capability of moving it. So, without really looking for one, something that ticked all the boxes appeared and I collected the new motor today. It may be long term, it may be for the winter only. I guess it may just be until the caravan sells....but I doubt it. It's a nice place to sit, and sounds rather sweet.

It's a really early Audi A6, from 1997, which I believe was the first year of production of these.

2.8 V6, 30 valve
193 bhp
Quattro permanent four wheel drive
5 speed auto/tiptronic box
Gorgeous cream leather/blue interior
Low miles for a 20 year old car (119k)

Needs the timing belt changed, as although it's only done 30k since it was last changed, it was 13 years ago (parts supplied by the previous owner).
The drivers window regulator is knackered, so I'll sort that (again, parts supplied by the previous owner).
Front NS tyre needs replacing (was the only advisory on the MOT in September).
Needs the usual damn good clean/clay/polish/wax etc.
Wheels could do with a refurb.

The seller is a good friend who runs his own garage with his dad. I trust him 100% when he says it's a great example. It's been up on the ramps, and it's completely solid underneath, but has been freshly wax oiled, as well as having a service (oil/filters/plugs). Just needs the cam belt sorting.

Really enjoyed the 75 mile drive home. It's very smooth and refined, but sounds lovely too. Some pics after I got it home.























The original stereo is pretty good, and it has a CD changer in the boot.