Hi Guys,
I've recently purchased my A2 (1 week ago). Dolphin Grey 1.6 Fsi with 37k miles.
I have the same dilemma trying to find a reliable Audi specialist garage in Ipswich. I've been advised by the Audi Dealer (took it for a health check) to have the cambelt replaced as it's 7 years old, however I'm uncertain whether the water pump should be done at the same time. Should I do this job at the Dealer, they've quoted £369- for the cambelt replacement alone? Do the Tensioners and Rollers need to be replaced at the same time?
I've also been a little concerned about the sound of the engine. Forgive my ignorance but it sounds a little loud to me, almost like a diesel, especially on starting. However I've been told that the 1.6Fsi engine is loud because it's petrol saving, by the person that sold the car to me. Is this correct?? The Audi Dealer could not answer my query about the engine sound.
By the way Tony, I think you might have bought the A2 that I had my eye on, is it a Silver 1.4Tdi Sport that was for Sale by a Dealer on Felixstowe Road?
Kind regards,
Kazi
I've recently purchased my A2 (1 week ago). Dolphin Grey 1.6 Fsi with 37k miles.
I have the same dilemma trying to find a reliable Audi specialist garage in Ipswich. I've been advised by the Audi Dealer (took it for a health check) to have the cambelt replaced as it's 7 years old, however I'm uncertain whether the water pump should be done at the same time. Should I do this job at the Dealer, they've quoted £369- for the cambelt replacement alone? Do the Tensioners and Rollers need to be replaced at the same time?
I've also been a little concerned about the sound of the engine. Forgive my ignorance but it sounds a little loud to me, almost like a diesel, especially on starting. However I've been told that the 1.6Fsi engine is loud because it's petrol saving, by the person that sold the car to me. Is this correct?? The Audi Dealer could not answer my query about the engine sound.
By the way Tony, I think you might have bought the A2 that I had my eye on, is it a Silver 1.4Tdi Sport that was for Sale by a Dealer on Felixstowe Road?
Kind regards,
Kazi