Hi. I am planning on getting a 2001 - 2004 Audi A3 Sportsback (5dr) in black or dark grey. Ive been told to stay away from the 2.0 tdi as it has an issue with oil pump failing without warning so i was planning on getting the more popular and reliable 1.9 tdi.

I plan to remap the car so also i think the more popular 1.9 would have more upgraded parts available and be easier to work with. Ill be doing most work myself. Im no mechanic but do a bit of diy work. Done my p12 primera gearbox and clutch recently which was the hardest job ive done myself.

I was wondering if anyone here had any advice which would be best to go for a standard 1.9 or a 1.9 quattro. I plan to spend no more than 1500 pounds but ideally a bit less.

Also when looking at one what common problems should i be looking out for.

Any help greatly appreciated here.