[{"id": 15475956, "authorName": "Nash_tdi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nash_tdi/", "bidAmount": 6900, "content": "$6,900 bid placed by Nash_tdi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725483250, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15476899, "authorName": "ArgentoCarNut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/argentocarnut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hmmm... 7 owners, 150k miles, still looking pretty darn clean. Surprising to see HVAC buttons still holding up, and interior in generally good condition. Should be a good purchase for someone that's not afraid of the mileage.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1725487491, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15477101, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ArgentoCarNut, thanks for the comment. When I bought the car it was in very good condition. Even though prior owners. I\u2019m an Audi enthusiast so I took care of the car and enjoyed a lot. I understand the comment about the miles, but I honestly never look too much at the miles. Not a seller comment, just an honest one. I kept it as close as original as you can.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725489160, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15478036, "authorName": "dsgray16", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsgray16/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gas cap cover is crooked\u2026 damaged in one of the accidents? Head liner is sagged.. would have addressed that before a bat listing but here we are.. other things go note.. you replaced two DRC oil charged struts with what? S4 Bilstein spec struts? Interesting approach.. but the suspension has got to be a little odd feeling with DRC only on the rear. System still charged? \r\n\r\nWould also indicate if the rotors are original\u2026 150k miles isn\u2019t scary.. but a pile of maintenance can be.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1725497831, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15480078, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dsgray16, thanks for the comment. I wanted to confirm with my mechanic before answering. \nThe gas cap has been that way since I bought it. It looks like in 2016 there was a minor incident in that side, but that was prior to me owning the car. \nWith me, the car had a minor scratch in the rear left in a parking lot and I took advantage of the repair to also repaint all the front and wheels.\nI have disclosed everything in the bio and documentation. \nRegarding struts, yeah, replaced the leaking original struts for the bilsteins . System is not charging since we replaced the original ones. Car runs very nice. \nRotors are originals. I only did pads. That info is also in the documents and bio I wrote for the car. \nI\u2019ve been trying to keep the car the closest to original as possible. That\u2019s why I kept the original struts just in case somebody in the future would like them. \nHope this helps. Happy to clarify anything else", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725546169, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15489855, "authorName": "dav9515", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dav9515/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rikysara - I think a previous commenter asked if all 4 DRC shocks/Struts were replaced with Bilstein\u2019s or just two? Also can we please get some undercarriage pictures including suspension as well as a driving video? \nOriginal rotors at 150k miles??? That may be a record!\n\nThanks in advance.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1725625240, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15492403, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dav9515, thanks for the post. Your questions gave me the chance to drive the car today, so thank you \ud83d\ude0e. I took it to my mechanic to rack it and take the photos you requested. \nI\u2019m uploading photos of the undercarriage, as well as the four suspension (with bilstein struts) and I\u2019m adding photos of the rotors. \nWhat I meant about \u201coriginal\u201d rotors is that I haven\u2019t changed the rotors the car had since I bought it in 2018. I apologize for the misunderstanding. I also added battery and compressor since looks like it didn\u2019t upload in the original post as well as two videos. One starting the car and the second one driving it (it wasn\u2019t easy to do it in a safe way)\n\nI think for some reason the videos are not uploading here I will add them to the photos in the post", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725643958, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15492659, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dav9515, I figure out how to upload the videos.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725644714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15493219, "authorName": "dav9515", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dav9515/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you very much! I knew the rotors weren't original from new I was being a bit sarcastic, lol, ask my wife I can't help myself. I really appreciate the pics and video, can definitely see the lip on the rotors so they appear due for a change soon.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725646440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15493338, "authorName": "dav9515", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dav9515/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looking through the pics again, had a couple of follow ups. The Passenger side front tire from the pics on the lift, looks like it's down to the metal ribs showing, not safe to drive on! How old are the tires and when was the last alignment? could indicate some bushing/tie rod/ball joint issues if it's wearing that bad on one wheel. \n\nNo mention so I assume it's original but was the clutch ever replaced?\n\nOn the gas door, is it possible to take a few pics with the door open to see the hinge? Not sure if it is fixable by \"bending Back\" into place, it is severely misaligned and almost looks from the pics like it doesn't shut all the way. \n\nI get it on the videos, I've sold a couple cars here on BaT and took me a little while to get the hang of it. - Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725646917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15495576, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dav9515, well, you are faster than me to reply or have more time \ud83e\udd2a. Yup, I was told by my mechanic this morning when I took the car to rack it. Although, the tire looks worse in the photo. The left side also shows similar pattern, so regardless, I was just waiting for confirmation from tire rack on availability; four new Michelins will be installed Monday with balance and alignment. I bought a different model since these ones didn\u2019t work well. \nNo bushing issues, arms, tie rod or balls in the car. Is just the tire. Like I said switching the model of the Michelins for ones more for city driving that performance. \nOn the gas cap, attached are the photos. \nRegarding your comment on rotors, they look fine and not immediate change is needed. Car doesn\u2019t pulse when braking nor pulls to any side. \nI have not replaced the clutch. It is working perfectly fine so no need. I cannot attest to when or if was ever replaced prior to me owning the car. \nHope I\u2019ve answered to all your question truthfully and that you don\u2019t need any new photos since car is at mechanic waiting for new tires.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725654392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15495639, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725654616, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15496349, "authorName": "dav9515", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dav9515/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "LOL Slow Friday afternoon at work ; )\r\n\r\nThank you for the response and additional pictures. very good of you to replace the tires as well!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725657045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15496877, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dav9515 it is totally my fault. My mechanic mentioned to me back in early July when we did the Manifold valve and I completely forgot about it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725660237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15513147, "authorName": "Saybeali", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saybeali/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by Saybeali", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725859941, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15518443, "authorName": "dav9515", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dav9515/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rikysara - if possible can you post a driving video where you rev it out close to 8k? I know it can be tricky without someone holding the camera but HPFP and Injectors are known issues on these cars so want to be sure it revs out smoothly and is getting adequate fueling up top. Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725912683, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15519905, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dav9515, I\u2019m uploading two short videos of the car at 8,000 rpm. Love the sound of that car! \r\nAlso I\u2019m uploading the new four tires installed, balanced and ready to go.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725926834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15519916, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725926890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15520911, "authorName": "T-38", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t-38/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by T-38", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725938206, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15522325, "authorName": "Jcp6263", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcp6263/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by Jcp6263", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725977970, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15522743, "authorName": "T-38", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t-38/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by T-38", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725981446, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15534611, "authorName": "Philipp91", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/philipp91/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by Philipp91", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726069892, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15534752, "authorName": "jwanner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwanner/", "bidAmount": 9100, "content": "$9,100 bid placed by jwanner", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726070980, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15537063, "authorName": "T-38", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t-38/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by T-38", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726080268, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15537806, "authorName": "Durangatang", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/durangatang/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by Durangatang", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726082775, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15538012, "authorName": "jwanner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwanner/", "bidAmount": 11250, "content": "$11,250 bid placed by jwanner", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726083494, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15538117, "authorName": "Durangatang", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/durangatang/", "bidAmount": 12250, "content": "$12,250 bid placed by Durangatang", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726083832, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15538223, "authorName": "T-38", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t-38/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by T-38", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726084120, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15539391, "authorName": "jwanner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwanner/", "bidAmount": 12750, "content": "$12,750 bid placed by jwanner", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726086739, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15539491, "authorName": "urbanmotorstwo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/urbanmotorstwo/", "bidAmount": 13500, "content": "$13,500 bid placed by urbanmotorstwo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726086947, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15539763, "authorName": "T-38", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t-38/", "bidAmount": 14500, "content": "$14,500 bid placed by T-38", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726087356, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540057, "authorName": "dav9515", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dav9515/", "bidAmount": 14750, "content": "$14,750 bid placed by dav9515", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726087895, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540363, "authorName": "T-38", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/t-38/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by T-38", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726088559, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540777, "authorName": "Debonair_Garage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/debonair_garage/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by Debonair_Garage", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089427, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540833, "authorName": "pipka", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pipka/", "bidAmount": 16250, "content": "$16,250 bid placed by pipka", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089568, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540858, "authorName": "Debonair_Garage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/debonair_garage/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by Debonair_Garage", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089631, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540870, "authorName": "pipka", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pipka/", "bidAmount": 16750, "content": "$16,750 bid placed by pipka", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089667, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540906, "authorName": "Debonair_Garage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/debonair_garage/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by Debonair_Garage", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089763, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540924, "authorName": "pipka", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pipka/", "bidAmount": 17250, "content": "$17,250 bid placed by pipka", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089806, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540934, "authorName": "IdahoKevin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/idahokevin/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by IdahoKevin", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089827, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15540964, "authorName": "Debonair_Garage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/debonair_garage/", "bidAmount": 17750, "content": "$17,750 bid placed by Debonair_Garage", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726089906, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15541010, "authorName": "IdahoKevin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/idahokevin/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by IdahoKevin", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726090011, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15541059, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 9/11/24 at $18,000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726090132, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 15541087, "authorName": "dav9515", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dav9515/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RS4 market definitely softened up.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726090207, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15541190, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m surprised, but looks like other similar cars went for more. In glad I put a reserve. I will continue to enjoy this car now with new tires", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726090431, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15541196, "authorName": "Rikysara (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rikysara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks to everyone that placed bids. Appreciated", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726090449, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15541378, "authorName": "titleiststud", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/titleiststud/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Another great seller. Was hoping this would hit the reserve for you but these cars are just not bringing money right now. Just sold one in worse condition with slightly less miles last year for $24k and that was a bargain. Good for you for keeping it. I don't think you'll regret it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726090994, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15550768, "authorName": "IdahoKevin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/idahokevin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 09/12/2024 for $23,000 to IdahoKevin", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726171771, "type": "bat-rnm-accepted"}]