Lynx
31-08-2010, 12:12 PM
Hi,
I want to buy a 2007/2008 A4 1.9-2.0TDI but I have read some bad reports on B7 140bhp model. Front suspension & anti roll bar problems, Cable gearchange, Gearbox issues, Electrical probs, DPF problems, ERG and oil cooler, oil pump failure (balancer shaft), sump strainer blockages leading to engine failure (costing up to £9k), Dual Mass Flywheel failure ? So I was going to opt for tried & trusted 1.9TDI as I do a lot of my owm service work, oil, filters etc. and I dont want problems as I normally keep my cars a min of 5yrs. I have come across the newer 2008 B8 120ps model in my price range. Can anyone tell me if this C Rail is a completely new engine from the 140bhp or does it have similar problems? What are the common/Major faults with the 120ps? I do some light trailer work Is there a problem with manuals or is it only Multitronic models when recoding chips for tow bar use?
Urgent assistance required for this dilemma!! :confused:
I want to buy a 2007/2008 A4 1.9-2.0TDI but I have read some bad reports on B7 140bhp model. Front suspension & anti roll bar problems, Cable gearchange, Gearbox issues, Electrical probs, DPF problems, ERG and oil cooler, oil pump failure (balancer shaft), sump strainer blockages leading to engine failure (costing up to £9k), Dual Mass Flywheel failure ? So I was going to opt for tried & trusted 1.9TDI as I do a lot of my owm service work, oil, filters etc. and I dont want problems as I normally keep my cars a min of 5yrs. I have come across the newer 2008 B8 120ps model in my price range. Can anyone tell me if this C Rail is a completely new engine from the 140bhp or does it have similar problems? What are the common/Major faults with the 120ps? I do some light trailer work Is there a problem with manuals or is it only Multitronic models when recoding chips for tow bar use?
Urgent assistance required for this dilemma!! :confused: