I sold my A2 TDI ten years ago and have regretted it ever since. Great packaging and interior, amazing fuel consumption. Most people find it ugly, but I loved it.
Nope given its mileage the engine may now be getting loose or top end wear It’s not exactly easy to service either , Try a used c-max it may be more flexible when you want to go a bit further
I’m keeping my 53 reg. plate 220,000 mile A2 TDi until there’s an EV pack for it. There is plenty of life still left in the car :-) Why get rid? It works and is still more economical (c.50mpg per tank full) than most.
I bought my first A2 in 2003 a yellow 1.6 FSI. Since I have driven a lot of different cars, Discovery from Land Rover, Audi A6, Audi A4 cabrio, Evoque Land Rover, polo vw, Subaru Legacy Outback, etc These days I own 3 A2s, one for each family member. Two yellow 1.6 FSI and a 1.4 gasoline. In total I have owned 8 A2s over a period of 18 years. I do believe it is a well designed and engeniered car. My next step...thinking about turning the 1.4 model 27k miles on the clock in an electric classic car. After all it is hard to find a small car that offers you all the A2 offers (space, comfort, silence, feel and enjoyment). Don’t sell it.
As a current BMW i3 owner and someone that's also owned five small Audis, raging from A1 to TT, I think Audi is totally mad for not taking the A2 frame and retro-fitting an EV drivetrain into it. It would be perfect, and immediately give Audi a credible affordable EV option.
I agree with you. To me A2 is the best car I've ever driven too. Never sell it, no way. it works like the first day, and design is lovely. Good good car.
I thought I would sell my A2 1.4 after 10 years, I bought an electric car, but find that the A2 is far more reliable, even though it has 100k and the newer car only 6k, but then again I did buy a 20 year old Peugeot 106 electric with 24 NiCAD batteries. Sell an A2 err no way - park it up in a plastic bag ready for when the i3 lets you down.
I've removed back seats recently from my A2 to transport huge unfoldable wheelchair for my wife. The seats were quite heavy. I wish there would be electric A2 version, I'd go for it.
Keep it, I've a 1.4 tdi with 210K miles on the clock, just had a remap for drivability rather than power and it's transformed it into a little GTI. Quirky little cars which people seem to like a lot.
No, don't sell it. I have had my 90tdi A2 for 10 years - it's was chipped 8 years ago and pushes out around 120hp with a whole load of torque. Now I know people out there are going to say so what? Well the A2 is all about the packaging and the drive. Our A2 benefits from full leather interior and the even rarer Audi body kit. This gives this little car a far more aggressive stance without going over the top. The pull from the 3 cylinder engine defies belief. It will top 100 quickly and will sail on to 125mph. The 1.6Fsi featured here was never the best option and on later cars the split fold rear seats are light and can be removed in under 15 seconds turning the little car into a real load lugger. Also that spare wheel well featured in this video was an optional extra, most only came with a tyre repair kit and no spare wheel. Putting money aside, the A2 remains the pinnacle of design. It will deliver 50mpg in any condition, it's comfortable, it's fast and it's becoming unique amongst bland modern day cars. To be honest I am wondering why you would want to replace it with a BMW i3. Road tax on the A2 is only £30.00 and a tank of diesel lasts for ever - what's not to like. I have owned many high end sports cars in my time but none have stayed with me as long as my A2, I love it today as much as I did when I first bought it. Here's the conclusion, I am NEVER going to sell my A2, it will be part of me until I leave this planet, then it will go to my wife or my children, by which time it will be even rarer and more desirable but I suspect still driving like a modern car - Get one before it's too late.
Hi Chris I would like more updates on life with your i3. In the matter of the A2, surprised you remarked that the A2 is large inside than the i3, were you thinking principally boot space? As from what I have seen (though as an owner of neither) the i3 passenger space is excellent, albeit only for 4.
I’ve had…Porsche 912, 944, 924, an Albar jet, a Bristol 401, golf mk1, Saab Carlson, 900’s old v4 96, 95, and an original 99t (1977), audi, Volvo, a triumph spitfire, briefly a Dino 1972…lots of vw t2, t1, t4, and…..all I want in the world right now..is an A2 1.2 or 1.4 tdi!
I'm sure the A2 is a great car but the i3 is a bloody fantastic bit of the future. I agree the 2 cars are similar. I'd get an V70 estate for long distance family trips.
I owned a Porsche 911 Speedster (964) with all the Strosek tuning parts, but my Audi A2 1.6 FSI in misano red is the second best, after the Speedster ofcourse. 🤪👍👌💪 I can put 5 mountainbikes in my Audi A2!!!!!!
Is it parked outside or kept in a garage? If outside, you should of course sell it. If in a garage, it's not an easy decision for you, but you know a weekend toy or a family tourer makes more sense than two similar cars. And the choice depends on which you would make most use of. If a weekend tourer for hauling bikes only on the odd weekend, you should consider it cheaper to rent an appropriate car for the odd long weekend away, etc. If you'd make good use of a weekend toy then I'm sure you deserve to treat yourself! But which one depends on your storage situation as much as anything. Sure, you won't want something high maintenance. We can read your personality and situation enough to know that. And while you are into efficiency, might I suggest that weekend toys rarely do enough miles to overly worry about fuel or emissions. Therefore, I will suggest some six-cylinder roadsters to add to your short list: Firstly, a BMW Z4 3.0 manual. Very inexpensive for what you get. Still some well-cared for low-mileage examples around for not much money. If you want an investment, consider a coupe. And stick with the three litre and don't even consider the 2.5. You would regret settling for even a 2.5 in fantastic condition. They are just lacking. Secondly, a Porsche Boxster. A good, low-mileage 2.7 can be had for very little. Even a good S model, with circa 60k miles, can be had for 6-8 grand. And IMO, a 996 S is the way to go! Of course, there's IMS concerns and bore scoring, and it's the low-mileage examples that still haven't been sorted that are most likely to be affected. But a PPI should reveal a car to avoid. And a permanent fix can be done for circa 1500 pounds. However, a good Porsche specialist would analyse your oil at every change to make sure all is well, so you could put a peace of mind IMS job off until you need to replace the clutch, etc to make it an even cheaper fix. I would argue that both are more worthy weekend toys for a man like you. A six-cylinder sports car is how nature intended them to be. ;) Otherwise, maybe add something like a gen 1 Mini Cooper S supercharged to the shortlist. Should be able to get a great example for circa four grand. Good luck!
lol my words. I got audi A2 as commuter and Z4 3.0i as weekend/fun car. as a commuter A2 (TDi)is unbeatable just need to fit in cruise control. Z4 is absolutely awesome around corners and will outdrive pretty much anything unless similarly low sitting car with a decent engine. Audi is a pig on bendy roads but on A roads or motorway is decent unusual little mile cruncher. It does 50+ MPG on 80 MPH and if driven like grandma will do 60 MPG no problem. Also noticed that a lot of people actually DO notice the A2
Wow! I never knew Audi every brought such a car or it exists. But the young Chris had a much better car. I don’t know. Just that it looks luxurious and Chris looks handsome (not saying old Chris looks bad. He is equally good looking in his own way).
Keep it, values seem to be starting to slowly rise. You will regret selling such a design icon. Who cares that many can't see the amazing quality of these cars
Don't sell it...I own a 1.2 tdi, with 543.000 km on the clock and it still uses 2.8 to 3.2 liters/100km on the dash and i real life it does 26 km/liter diesel. I use it for everyday transport, i use it for picking up goods (i fitted 24 boxed new printers inside, taking the backseats out), and i used it for building my house, getting small stuff. I als sometimes use it on continental trips and it is surprisingly comfortable and quick...even at 150 km on the German autobahn it only gives 3000 rpm. So it is reasonably quiet and comfortable. Even better than my 7-series from 1986. Only thing is the shorter wheelbase which makes it more sporty in road feel. For the rest people also forget that aluminium is acoustically the best for roadnoise and your stereo.......So actually i think this is the first car to buy and keep a life time! Nice story and keep it in storage for your to be collection, or one of the kids later.
I sold my A2 TDI ten years ago and have regretted it ever since. Great packaging and interior, amazing fuel consumption. Most people find it ugly, but I loved it.
As an architect I can assure you the A2 is not ugly, the design is ageing better even better than the e-type :-)
Low miles....good mpg....almost zero depreciation. ..you know its a keeper
Nope given its mileage the engine may now be getting loose or top end wear It’s not exactly easy to service either , Try a used c-max it may be more flexible when you want to go a bit further
I’m keeping my 53 reg. plate 220,000 mile A2 TDi until there’s an EV pack for it. There is plenty of life still left in the car :-)
Why get rid? It works and is still more economical (c.50mpg per tank full) than most.
I had one really good car. Very unique ahead of its time
Thank you for keeping it!
I bought my first A2 in 2003 a yellow 1.6 FSI. Since I have driven a lot of different cars, Discovery from Land Rover, Audi A6, Audi A4 cabrio, Evoque Land Rover, polo vw, Subaru Legacy Outback, etc
These days I own 3 A2s, one for each family member. Two yellow 1.6 FSI and a 1.4 gasoline. In total I have owned 8 A2s over a period of 18 years. I do believe it is a well designed and engeniered car. My next step...thinking about turning the 1.4 model 27k miles on the clock in an electric classic car. After all it is hard to find a small car that offers you all the A2 offers (space, comfort, silence, feel and enjoyment). Don’t sell it.
As a current BMW i3 owner and someone that's also owned five small Audis, raging from A1 to TT, I think Audi is totally mad for not taking the A2 frame and retro-fitting an EV drivetrain into it. It would be perfect, and immediately give Audi a credible affordable EV option.
Seriously keep it, they are the best cars I’ve ever driven , doesn’t feel small and drives superb
I agree with you. To me A2 is the best car I've ever driven too. Never sell it, no way. it works like the first day, and design is lovely. Good good car.
LOVE my A2 ...iv actually (believe it or not ) been lucky enough to own an RS6 V10 with 700 bhp ...and still im in love with my A2 ...😍
I thought I would sell my A2 1.4 after 10 years, I bought an electric car, but find that the A2 is far more reliable, even though it has 100k and the newer car only 6k, but then again I did buy a 20 year old Peugeot 106 electric with 24 NiCAD batteries. Sell an A2 err no way - park it up in a plastic bag ready for when the i3 lets you down.
I've removed back seats recently from my A2 to transport huge unfoldable wheelchair for my wife. The seats were quite heavy. I wish there would be electric A2 version, I'd go for it.
Lovely Jubbly, please keep it, a classic in the making.
Keep it, I've a 1.4 tdi with 210K miles on the clock, just had a remap for drivability rather than power and it's transformed it into a little GTI.
Quirky little cars which people seem to like a lot.
How much was the remap? Ive got a 2000 Polo 1.4tdi
No, don't sell it. I have had my 90tdi A2 for 10 years - it's was chipped 8 years ago and pushes out around 120hp with a whole load of torque. Now I know people out there are going to say so what? Well the A2 is all about the packaging and the drive. Our A2 benefits from full leather interior and the even rarer Audi body kit. This gives this little car a far more aggressive stance without going over the top. The pull from the 3 cylinder engine defies belief. It will top 100 quickly and will sail on to 125mph. The 1.6Fsi featured here was never the best option and on later cars the split fold rear seats are light and can be removed in under 15 seconds turning the little car into a real load lugger. Also that spare wheel well featured in this video was an optional extra, most only came with a tyre repair kit and no spare wheel. Putting money aside, the A2 remains the pinnacle of design. It will deliver 50mpg in any condition, it's comfortable, it's fast and it's becoming unique amongst bland modern day cars. To be honest I am wondering why you would want to replace it with a BMW i3. Road tax on the A2 is only £30.00 and a tank of diesel lasts for ever - what's not to like. I have owned many high end sports cars in my time but none have stayed with me as long as my A2, I love it today as much as I did when I first bought it. Here's the conclusion, I am NEVER going to sell my A2, it will be part of me until I leave this planet, then it will go to my wife or my children, by which time it will be even rarer and more desirable but I suspect still driving like a modern car - Get one before it's too late.
Hi Chris I would like more updates on life with your i3. In the matter of the A2, surprised you remarked that the A2 is large inside than the i3, were you thinking principally boot space? As from what I have seen (though as an owner of neither) the i3 passenger space is excellent, albeit only for 4.
I’ve had…Porsche 912, 944, 924, an Albar jet, a Bristol 401, golf mk1, Saab Carlson, 900’s old v4 96, 95, and an original 99t (1977), audi, Volvo, a triumph spitfire, briefly a Dino 1972…lots of vw t2, t1, t4, and…..all I want in the world right now..is an A2 1.2 or 1.4 tdi!
If you do decide to sell the A2 let me know ... I’ve been looking for a well cared for FSi for a while :-)
The i3 is a worthy successor to the A2. Would be interested to know your A2’s spec and what you’re looking for in terms of £
Subscribed. Do you have a vid about comparing A2 vs i3?
I'm sure the A2 is a great car but the i3 is a bloody fantastic bit of the future. I agree the 2 cars are similar. I'd get an V70 estate for long distance family trips.
I owned a Porsche 911 Speedster (964) with all the Strosek tuning parts, but my Audi A2 1.6 FSI in misano red is the second best, after the Speedster ofcourse. 🤪👍👌💪 I can put 5 mountainbikes in my Audi A2!!!!!!
Is it parked outside or kept in a garage? If outside, you should of course sell it. If in a garage, it's not an easy decision for you, but you know a weekend toy or a family tourer makes more sense than two similar cars. And the choice depends on which you would make most use of.
If a weekend tourer for hauling bikes only on the odd weekend, you should consider it cheaper to rent an appropriate car for the odd long weekend away, etc. If you'd make good use of a weekend toy then I'm sure you deserve to treat yourself! But which one depends on your storage situation as much as anything.
Sure, you won't want something high maintenance. We can read your personality and situation enough to know that.
And while you are into efficiency, might I suggest that weekend toys rarely do enough miles to overly worry about fuel or emissions.
Therefore, I will suggest some six-cylinder roadsters to add to your short list:
Firstly, a BMW Z4 3.0 manual. Very inexpensive for what you get. Still some well-cared for low-mileage examples around for not much money. If you want an investment, consider a coupe. And stick with the three litre and don't even consider the 2.5. You would regret settling for even a 2.5 in fantastic condition. They are just lacking.
Secondly, a Porsche Boxster. A good, low-mileage 2.7 can be had for very little. Even a good S model, with circa 60k miles, can be had for 6-8 grand. And IMO, a 996 S is the way to go!
Of course, there's IMS concerns and bore scoring, and it's the low-mileage examples that still haven't been sorted that are most likely to be affected. But a PPI should reveal a car to avoid. And a permanent fix can be done for circa 1500 pounds. However, a good Porsche specialist would analyse your oil at every change to make sure all is well, so you could put a peace of mind IMS job off until you need to replace the clutch, etc to make it an even cheaper fix.
I would argue that both are more worthy weekend toys for a man like you. A six-cylinder sports car is how nature intended them to be. ;)
Otherwise, maybe add something like a gen 1 Mini Cooper S supercharged to the shortlist. Should be able to get a great example for circa four grand.
Good luck!
lol my words. I got audi A2 as commuter and Z4 3.0i as weekend/fun car. as a commuter A2 (TDi)is unbeatable just need to fit in cruise control. Z4 is absolutely awesome around corners and will outdrive pretty much anything unless similarly low sitting car with a decent engine. Audi is a pig on bendy roads but on A roads or motorway is decent unusual little mile cruncher. It does 50+ MPG on 80 MPH and if driven like grandma will do 60 MPG no problem. Also noticed that a lot of people actually DO notice the A2
BMW i3 feels like the spiritual successor to the A2 - uses novel lightweight material and is best in class for emissions
I just sold my MR2 and bought an A2...
i3 is the natural daughter of a2 . My dream is to convert the a2 whit an electric power trail
Wow! I never knew Audi every brought such a car or it exists. But the young Chris had a much better car. I don’t know. Just that it looks luxurious and Chris looks handsome (not saying old Chris looks bad. He is equally good looking in his own way).
Keep it!!
Please keep it it’s an amazing car!
Keep it, values seem to be starting to slowly rise. You will regret selling such a design icon. Who cares that many can't see the amazing quality of these cars
Don't sell it...I own a 1.2 tdi, with 543.000 km on the clock and it still uses 2.8 to 3.2 liters/100km on the dash and i real life it does 26 km/liter diesel. I use it for everyday transport, i use it for picking up goods (i fitted 24 boxed new printers inside, taking the backseats out), and i used it for building my house, getting small stuff. I als sometimes use it on continental trips and it is surprisingly comfortable and quick...even at 150 km on the German autobahn it only gives 3000 rpm. So it is reasonably quiet and comfortable. Even better than my 7-series from 1986. Only thing is the shorter wheelbase which makes it more sporty in road feel. For the rest people also forget that aluminium is acoustically the best for roadnoise and your stereo.......So actually i think this is the first car to buy and keep a life time! Nice story and keep it in storage for your to be collection, or one of the kids later.
Hello! How about maintanance?
Do you find spare parte?
Keep it!
That's it. I am buying one!
1.6 most underrated .. ;-)
Seen it for sale as of the time of this comment
Get a Fiesta ST of keep it
Donate it to me for a project car. Very low on funds. Trying to get back on road. Let me know please. For good causes.
Get rid of both and get something decent
Don’t sell it!!!