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    Sold A4 B6 1.8T Saloon in outstanding condition with 51k miles

    Now priced to sell at £3750. That's cheap!
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    Sold A4 B6 1.8T Saloon in outstanding condition with 51k miles

    Standard seats weren't Recaro, mine were a factory fitted extra.
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    Sold A4 B6 1.8T Saloon in outstanding condition with 51k miles

    I'll certainly miss this one when it's gone. Personally, I don't have any issues with comfort in the Recaros. They really are excellent seats.
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    Sold A4 B6 1.8T Saloon in outstanding condition with 51k miles

    Something else I forgot to mention - the cambelt, tensioners and water pump were changed 2 years ago at 48116 miles. Actual mileage now is 50636.
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    Sold A4 B6 1.8T Saloon in outstanding condition with 51k miles

    Thanks - yes, they're fantastic seats!
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    Sold A4 B6 1.8T Saloon in outstanding condition with 51k miles

    Couple of things I forgot: 1. The engine is 190 bhp BEX 2. It's got electric folding door mirrors :smiley:
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    Sold A4 B6 1.8T Saloon in outstanding condition with 51k miles

    For sale is my 2004 registered A4 1.8T Sport in Akoya silver with GMBH kit. I bought the car in 2006 as an Audi Approved vehicle from Docklands Audi. It has covered under 51000 genuine miles in total and has a full service history, mostly from a local VAG specialist. It has MoT until 23...
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    1.8t bex coil pack part number (urgent!)

    Hi, I could be wrong but I'm pretty sure the part number for a BEX engine is 06B 905 115R. That's not to say that the ones you have won't work, though. Have you tried swapping your number 1 coil with a different cylinder to see if the fault moves? Cheers Rick
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    What spec is my car?? Stupid question I know!!

    Looks like a sport with GmbH body kit to me - mine's the same. Rick.
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    what are the failed coilpack part numbers , ending in j , h r??

    Hi, When I took my car in for coil replacement I was originally told (after about an hour's wait) that they didn't need replacing. Using some of the information here http://12v.org/urs/28E9CoilReplacementCampaign.pdf I complained to the dealer. After an exchange of emails they apologised...
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    B6 A4 BEX 1.8T Metallic Rattle

    Hi Nic, Does it still do it when the aircon is switched off (i.e. in Econ mode)? I have a 2011 VW Polo that makes a similar noise when the aircon is on but is quiet when it's off. I haven't done anything about it yet so don't know if it's actually a fault. Just thought it may give you...
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    Anyone know a decent mechanic close to sheffield?

    Hi, I've used Nick Thompson - based behind Hillsborough leisure centre - for several years. He's an independent VAG/BMW trained specialist. 0114 2315377 if you want to get in touch with him. Hope that helps. Rick.