# WTB: B5 A4

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**Created:** [August 19, 2010, 12:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wtb-b5-a4/254048 "2010-08-19T12:08:16Z")\
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**Post date:** [August 19, 2010, 5:42pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wtb-b5-a4/254048/9 "2010-08-19T17:42:04Z")

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> [@9.787 @ 150.52](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/9-787-150-52/34451/9):
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> for a while there has been a Pelican blue 01 A4 1.8tqm for sale up in CP. for like 4 grand.
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> have you done much research? for a little more you can buy a stockish S4. mileage isnt a too big deal if the maintenance is up to date (TB,WP,fluids, etc)but beware of the common “wear items” associated with the cars (turbos, clutch, brakes etc)  
> B5s are notorious for control arms issues, ABS Module failures, and wheel bearings. along with the other quirks of a VW/Audi vehicle.
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> a decent service history and record keeping is good to look at. higher mileage cars will most likely need a clutch in the near future if they havent already had one changed. stock 1.8t/2.8 clutches are pretty chincy to begin with in stock form, so a chipped/exhaust 1.8t is sure to have a stressed clutch.
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> look around there are tons of good deals to be had on audi zine, fourtitude/vwvortex. just have to look and have a bit of product knowledge prior to the purchase.

Yeah i’ve been looking for about 2 months now. i know an s4 would be the better route to go, just gotta find a decent 1. trust me i’d love an s4. you have anymore info on that a4 you mentioned? like a link or contact?

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