Would you advise against buying a used car with a turbo?

I am thinking of buying a 2005 Audi A4 1.8Turbo. The car came with a factory turbo installed. However my friend swears that you should NEVER buy a car with a turbo that is used because they always fail? What do you guys think? Anyone with an old Audi A4 have lots of problems?
Would you advise against buying a used car with a turbo?
I own 2000 Audi A4 with turbo. If the car was well taken care of then it would be OK.





But the problem is that for the averge driver - it is difficult for you tell. Just about the only thing you can do is





(1) peek into the oil filler cap and see if you see any sludge (like brown jello)





(2) get compression test done





(3) get oil analysis - if possible





(4) alway use FULL SYNTHETIC oil - if you buy it.





The last item is NOT an option. If the previous owner also use FULL synthetic oil (and you believe him), you should not have any problem.


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Audi have slightly higher than average problems. And the cost of labor and parts are tremendously expensive.











good Luck...
Would you advise against buying a used car with a turbo?
The 1.8T is probably Audi%26#039;s best engine. I wouldn%26#039;t be overly concerned with the turbo any more than I would any other major component on a used car. As long as the car has been well maintained and not abused it%26#039;s not an issue.





Have it fully inspected by a qualified mechanic, the same as you would any used car.





If this was an after market mod or some boy racer with an aero kit, decals and whale tail I think I%26#039;d pass, but if the car is in good shape, stock configuration and has been well cared for and shows no signs of abuse I would not be concerned.
Reply:he%26#039;s being overly cautious





but I%26#039;d never buy an Audi again.





the parts and service are too expensive.





unless your a mechanic with another car to drive while you wait for your replacement parts to arrive in the mail. don%26#039;t buy an Audi.