Audi TT owner's guide - Audi TT mk1 3.2 VR6 buying and owning tips

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2024

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  • @themotorsportarchives
    @themotorsportarchives Рік тому +4

    Timestamps:
    TT VR6 Background: 00:30
    Driving Experience: 3:36
    Common Problems 8:54
    Viewing Tips: 12:41
    Running Costs: 13:57
    Scarce Parts: 14:46

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! I have now added to the description. No Idea why they have not appeared!

  • @Jake.brazier
    @Jake.brazier Рік тому +12

    I bought one of these over the 1.8 for 3 reasons. The sound, the more aggressive look and the fact it’s rarer and will likely make me money in the future. Also as a 19 year old in the UK it was cheaper to insure than a 1.8… comically cheap for how fast it is😂

    • @azwads5126
      @azwads5126 Рік тому

      That's ridiculous 😂😃😃👍 bet you feel like you've pulled one over on the insurers🤔🤣

    • @Jake.brazier
      @Jake.brazier Рік тому +1

      ⁠@@azwads5126I mean yeah. I think I just got lucky cause I run quotes now and it’s double what I’m paying. Hopefully my renewal isn’t too much💀

    • @zoop2132
      @zoop2132 11 місяців тому

      Rolling piece of art

    • @rickysmith9284
      @rickysmith9284 5 місяців тому

      A 07MK2 TT 3.2 is cheaper to insure than my 08 1.4tdi Ibiza

  • @christopherpardell4418
    @christopherpardell4418 9 місяців тому +6

    I test drove several TTs in 2005. Also a Porsche, G35, and a BMW M… The 3.2 DSG was the standout car. It needed that extra horsepower and low end torque and the transmission was perfect. Exhaust note better. And I much preferred the timing chain to the serpentine belt. $64k. Asked the dealer, do you lease them? He said, sure. I said, “see you in 2 years”. 2007 I shopped around for about 2 months, and found one for sale with only 14k miles on it, in graphite gray. Test drove it. As I was going to get out, I noticed a bunch of very fine scratches on the aluminum door release that I pointed out to the sales guy…. ‘Oh perhaps we can buff that out..”. He said. “No need”, I said, “ that just closed the sale on this car.” He asked why and I explained that the only thing that could have caused scratched like that on the left hand doors handle was someone wearing a stone on their left hand. That told me the car was leased by a young woman. And the thing is, they drive at a high speed everywhere they go… but they Don’t race, jackrabbit, or do other stupid things with a car like men do. So, that car had a perfectly broken in engine and transmission as per Audi recommendations. Bought it for $32k. I have had it ever since as my daily driver. Best car I have ever owned, and thus far, the lowest cost maintenance of any car I have ever had. In 17 years, I have had to replace a broken brake light switch, a fuel pump, and replaced the instrument cluster for the dreaded red screen issue. Other than that, just scheduled maintenance. DSG has been bullet proof. The very best version of the very best car Audi ever made and a design tour-de force.

    • @chrisroach9459
      @chrisroach9459 Місяць тому

      I currently have a 225, and am considering replacing it with a 3.2 DSG.
      Thank you for your thoughts.

    • @christopherpardell4418
      @christopherpardell4418 Місяць тому +1

      @ Best things about the 3.2 DSG. You can drive it like the 225 with the paddle shifters anytime you want, but with perfect shifting. But you can ALSO leave it in D or S and let the car do all the shifting for you for when you are, say stuck in traffic. The other thing is it will NOT let you run over redline. Even in manual mode, the moment you hit redline it will upshift, so it protects the engine and the transmission from your own exuberance. Also- in D when you are not lead footing it, it will shift into 6th at 35 mph, because of that 3.2 liter naturally aspirated torque, so I get 31 mpg on average.

    • @chrisroach9459
      @chrisroach9459 Місяць тому

      @christopherpardell4418 my son has an MK4 R32, he can go up a particular hill in 3rd, where I have to be in 2nd with the 225. Huge difference in putting around town.

    • @christopherpardell4418
      @christopherpardell4418 Місяць тому +1

      @@chrisroach9459 oh- you are gonna LOVE it. One of my favorite things about the DSG is you can downshift just by tapping a paddle. It instantly puts it in manual mode, and it will stay in manual mode for as long as you are tapping the paddles every 15 or 20 seconds. if you go 20 seconds without tapping the paddles it will go back into whatever auto mode you had it in before, S or D. No arm moving or foot stomping required. I use this to downshift on exit ramps for engine braking all the time. If I am getting on an on-ramp, I flip it into S mode, and the thing FLIES. Sound fantastic and delays shifting right to redline all the way up to speed.
      It’s just the most civilized blend of high performance and elegance. And you can’t beat that exhaust note. No add ons needed. Just loud enough to sound good, but not so loud as to annoy everyone else on the road.

  • @richardoakley572
    @richardoakley572 10 місяців тому +5

    What a great video. Exactly the info I was looking for. I owned a 225 from brand new all those years ago and looking to rekindle that ownership experience but with a 3.2 this time. Keep up the good work on the channel.

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  10 місяців тому

      Thank you for the very kind words Richard! Any questions, please ask! 👍

  • @MrJoecool1973
    @MrJoecool1973 Рік тому +4

    Always tempted to buy a 3.2 v6 myself but there is so many opinions on this model. Good video Andy as always 👍

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Thank you Joe! See you sunday!

    • @craigduffy3326
      @craigduffy3326 Рік тому

      Just get one, the sound really does make you smile every drive :)

  • @davidjsmith67utube
    @davidjsmith67utube Рік тому +4

    Great video Andy, totally agree that 3.2 exhaust note is pure magic especially on start-up as it burbles away! I always drive with the windows down just to hear it - there are very few cars these days that sound that good! As a long time owner (since 2009) maintenance can be costly and often arrives in unexpected waves. Typical parts that fail are lower arms (last about 40,000 miles if you're lucky), rear shocks (the Monroe ones seem to lose their bounce). Various electrical parts fail, dash cluster, alternator and various sensors - all of these areas you have covered on your channel (for the DIY mechanic looking to save some cash). As you highlight timing chains is the big one. If you are using VAG parts then expect to pay £2,500 for the parts alone as you should replace everything including the two cam adjusters (approx £600 a piece - if you can obtain them before they become obsoleted). For manuals the clutch and DMF should also be replaced too (made by LUK). I will keep my 3.2 going for as long as it takes, only thought I would keep it for a few years and then buy something else, 14 years later and it's part of the family. Keep up the great work on the channel!

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Thanks David! Appreciate your comments. Are you coming to "the Stag" meet this Sunday? It would be great to see you!

    • @davidjsmith67utube
      @davidjsmith67utube Рік тому

      @@andycharger I am planning to head over to "The Stag" with the original Roadster 225 rather than the 3.2 (it is summer after all :)). However, I discovered the NSF brake disc was very hot (compared to the others) when out last week. I suspect the brake caliper piston is sticking and probably needs replacing. Hopefully I will have sometime during this week to pop the wheel off and take it apart to see what is happening.

  • @peterlowden3814
    @peterlowden3814 Рік тому +2

    Great video Andy, glad I joined the V6 family 👌

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Peter! as a recent joiner, did i miss anything? Welcome aboard!

  • @pigeonguardgames507
    @pigeonguardgames507 Рік тому +2

    A brilliant guide for a fantastic car.

  • @craigduffy3326
    @craigduffy3326 Рік тому +3

    Nice vid bud, very informative for potential buyers :)

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Thank you Craig! I hope it helps people!

  • @markday5797
    @markday5797 Рік тому +1

    Love the Audi TT, blue is fitting along with the black seating. 😍

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Thank you very much for your comment Mark. Its a great car to drive and the black on black interior gives it a very modern stealthy look. I always think the interiors were way ahead of their time.

  • @jambacardi2474
    @jambacardi2474 Рік тому +2

    Nice one Andy, very Informative

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Thank you buddy! I hope it helps people!

  • @g.w.7893
    @g.w.7893 9 місяців тому +5

    Fun fact: The Audi TT VR6 3.2 was the first car to utilize the DSG transmission. A pioneer of sorts.

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  9 місяців тому

      Sure was. However being 1st gen means it was a pathfinder so is not as refined as much newer DSG boxes

    • @madguruJ
      @madguruJ 8 місяців тому

      Yes, and why the Mk2 DSG is better

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  8 місяців тому

      @@madguruJ Yes it will be more refined but the Mk1 car is still the iconic design in my opinion.

    • @christopherpardell4418
      @christopherpardell4418 7 місяців тому

      @@andychargerI bought a 2005 because I wanted Audi to have a chance to refine the DSG after its 2004 intro. I would have gone for a 2006, but that model year was not available in the US due to Audi wanting to import one of its V8’s and needing the MPG offset. Thus far, with 18 years of daily driving, my DSG has been flawless, and it has admirably protected both itself and the engine from my own exuberance.

    • @CBD-LIFE
      @CBD-LIFE 3 місяці тому

      Actually it was the RSI Beetle😊

  • @jessicannaidoo8173
    @jessicannaidoo8173 Рік тому +1

    Hi Andy. Thanks for sharing. I’m reluctant to get a 100k mileage VR6 because of the timing chain replacement. It seems to cost a few thousand to replace.
    Any advice on around this? How reliable will an MK2 be with a VR6 engine?

  • @russelldownesdownes5618
    @russelldownesdownes5618 Рік тому +2

    Great vid will you be doing one for the 225 roadster?

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому +1

      I think maybe I should Russell! I have done a top 10 tips for roadster owners. I am just about to start that pickup pipe job so will be documenting it for rookies like myself as it seems a daunting job!"

    • @russelldownesdownes5618
      @russelldownesdownes5618 Рік тому

      @@andycharger it is I done mine and twice the two corner screw’s dropped out inside the clutch housing could of done with a magnetic socket. Had to take the sump of twice to get them after all that the pipe looked ok in my opinion it didn’t need to be changed but I did it never again good look on that one.

  • @banterdose650
    @banterdose650 Місяць тому

    tt or r171 reliability & maintenance wise? thanks

  • @raymondtuan3465
    @raymondtuan3465 9 місяців тому +1

    I live in LA and own 2005 3.2 V6. Currently can’t drive it because parts are unavailable here😢

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  9 місяців тому +1

      What do you need for it Raymond? I have helped others and shipped bolts and parts to Australia before! Let me know if I can help! 👍

  • @lukassan69
    @lukassan69 Рік тому +2

    Looking at that flying can, your drink holder must be in perfect, great condition. Like never used/brand new 😂 holds high value 👍🤪

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      😂 no idea why the can was not in it!

  • @jorceleyoliveiravela5162
    @jorceleyoliveiravela5162 Рік тому +1

    I have the same car and I love it! Not that many in the US!

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Great to hear you guys are rocking the cars in USA. Where abouts are you based? Do you ever see any other Mk1 TTs around?

    • @jorceleyoliveiravela5162
      @jorceleyoliveiravela5162 Рік тому

      @@andycharger I’m located in DFW Texas!! I don’t see a lot MK1 around here !

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      @@jorceleyoliveiravela5162 No but you get to see something I would happily swap my 3.2 VR6 for! The Dallas Cowboys on the doorstep! How bout dem Cowboys?

  • @stevenharpervw
    @stevenharpervw Рік тому +2

    Very nice narration and videos camera angles. And thank you for calling it a vr6 and not a v6 😅

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому +1

      Thank you sir. I’m always looking for a new spin on things!

  • @scottnewton9046
    @scottnewton9046 3 місяці тому

    Bought my 2004 for $24k with 29k miles in 2008. Sold it last week in 2024 for over $18k. Great car to look at. Nice to drive. Requires $$$$$ to maintain.

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  3 місяці тому

      That is still a great price with little depreciation in 16 years! Well done

  • @peterleigh8474
    @peterleigh8474 Рік тому

    Hi iv got a MK1 3.2 TT,had it for 5 years but after spending a small fortune on it I still have cold starting issues.can anyone put me in contact with anyone who may be able to fix it.Pete

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Hi Pete. I think I replied to you on FB also. Probably worth getting the Crankshaft Sensor swapped out if not done already. ITs often overlooked and causes a whole host of issues like that.

    • @gez1972
      @gez1972 Рік тому +1

      Have you had the two camshaft position sensors replaced? As that was my cold start issue, a very easy diy job.👋

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      @@gez1972 I took mine out and cleaned them as they get caked in old oil and deposits. Totally agree a nice way diy fix. I’m glad you got it sorted and thanks for the comment 👍

  • @gregr3283
    @gregr3283 Рік тому +1

    I'm in the US, wish I could buy a TT for your prices.

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      Thanks for the comment! Yes, the prices are pretty crazy in USA compared to UK!

    • @ronrichardson3103
      @ronrichardson3103 Рік тому +1

      Hi in the UK TT prices are very cheap . I dont know why . I bought mine from a dealer 7 years ago . Paid £5500 gb pounds but it has been a good buy very little has gone wrong so overall a cheap car to own. But a good one. Its still a solid car great to drive always first time i can reccomend any guy buying one. For what i hear most things in the US are a lot more expemsive

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Рік тому

      @@ronrichardson3103 Yes prices are a little "all over the place". What people are listing their car for is not necessarily what they will get for it. I have seen some £7.5k cars with average miles that no one will pay. Average market value seems to be around 3.5-4k at the moment.

  • @michaelyounes29
    @michaelyounes29 8 місяців тому +1

    Timing chain! Had a F30 and ended spending thousands replacing the chain.

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  8 місяців тому

      Yes it can be VERY expensive! Thanks for the comment!

  • @reyoulannkaba7266
    @reyoulannkaba7266 Місяць тому

    Why's it called a v6 3.2 instead of a vr6 3.2 when it's clearly a vr6 and not a v6

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Місяць тому +1

      @@reyoulannkaba7266 technically a VR6 is still classed as a V6 although a V6 might not be a VR6!

    • @reyoulannkaba7266
      @reyoulannkaba7266 Місяць тому

      @andycharger but how is classed as a v6 when it has one cylinder head and not 2?

    • @andycharger
      @andycharger  Місяць тому

      @@reyoulannkaba7266 it’s still V shaped operating in principally the same way but with 1 block instead of 2. So still classed as a V6! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VR6_engine?wprov=sfti1

    • @reyoulannkaba7266
      @reyoulannkaba7266 Місяць тому

      @andycharger thanks for the recommendation bro ,because I always ask myself why are they calling it a v6. You gave me a abit of insight.

  • @Manu-Official
    @Manu-Official Рік тому

    3.2 manual: £675 road tax