Hi guys,
Had a look at a A3 2.0 TDI sport today which had 65,000 miles on the clock and full service history.
The car itself is a near mint example inside/out. It looks all straight and true - only thing that I see negative about it is that the front numberplate is the dealer numberplate, and the rear is a plain one (suggesting that there is a chance it may have been rear ended) But there paintwork and panels all look original fit (no odd panel gaps. e.t.c.) so confused on this one.
My other concern is the mileage. is 65,000 miles a lot for an 05 plater?
I drive a 40,000 52 plate petrol car and the A3 I saw is newer but more mileage. I'm not ruling it out, as its a good price for it but the A3 will be a long term car for me so want minimum hassle.
It all looks good, but I don't have a clue on what to look out for mechanically in a diesel. I take it the main costly things are the clutch/gearbox and turbo.
Is there a way I can test the clutch on my test drive, also are there any telltale signs of the turbo going?
I did notice that it let out a small puff of black smoke but a mate told me this is usually normal on diesels - is this true?
Appreciate any help or advice.
Cheers
AK
Had a look at a A3 2.0 TDI sport today which had 65,000 miles on the clock and full service history.
The car itself is a near mint example inside/out. It looks all straight and true - only thing that I see negative about it is that the front numberplate is the dealer numberplate, and the rear is a plain one (suggesting that there is a chance it may have been rear ended) But there paintwork and panels all look original fit (no odd panel gaps. e.t.c.) so confused on this one.
My other concern is the mileage. is 65,000 miles a lot for an 05 plater?
I drive a 40,000 52 plate petrol car and the A3 I saw is newer but more mileage. I'm not ruling it out, as its a good price for it but the A3 will be a long term car for me so want minimum hassle.
It all looks good, but I don't have a clue on what to look out for mechanically in a diesel. I take it the main costly things are the clutch/gearbox and turbo.
Is there a way I can test the clutch on my test drive, also are there any telltale signs of the turbo going?
I did notice that it let out a small puff of black smoke but a mate told me this is usually normal on diesels - is this true?
Appreciate any help or advice.
Cheers
AK