I bought mine with 114k on the clock. Intake manifold had been changed, as that is one of the possible issues, i.e. the plastic manifold flaps get brittle and break with disastrous consequences. The only other real issue mine had was when they did this, they didn't tighten one of the fuel pipes underneath the manifold, so it got a bit smelly at times. Other than reverting the aftermarket air suspension to stock air suspension, my only issues were caused by external forces, mother nature.
Would there be someone on the forum that is close to where the car is for sale? Would they be prepared to go check it out for you if you're really serious about it, and would they have VCDS, so they could scan it for issues, take it for a test drive, and scan it again to see if anything pops up?
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2001 A8 D2 FL 3.7 Q - LPG Conversion, Engine: AKC, Gearbox:FBB, Colour:LY5X Aqua Blue pearl effect, Interior:WJ light beige/dark beige valcona leather with burr walnut inserts
My DIY jobs - Replaced alarm horn, Replaced Coolant Temp sensor, Updated RNS-D firmware, Installed Reversing Camera and Digital TV, Dashcam Installation, Retrofitted Rear Blinds, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, Chrome Boot Struts
Sold!  2008 S8 D3 5.2 V10 - Engine: BSM, Gearbox:KLW, Colour:LY7F Suzuka Grey Pearl Effect, Interior:Black/Black with Silver/Black valcona leather with carbon atlas inserts, Bang & Olufsen, Heated windscreen, Soft-close doors, TV, DAB, AMI, Quad Zone, Auto Boot, Auto dim Mirrors, Keyless entry, PDC with rearview camera, AFS II Headlights
My DIY jobs - Fan Jet Windscreen Washers, Retrofitted Electric Side Blinds
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