내 아우디가 '대포차'였다. -경매차 아우디 A7 복원기 ep.9-

Summary

The video shows the host working on repairs for his Audi A7, which has had many issues like engine leaks and overheating. He fully disassembles the engine and replaces seals, gaskets, the thermostat, belts, and more with new OEM parts. He discovers a hidden GPS tracker, likely used illegally to rent the car, so removes it. After reassembling, he reflects this A7 has been painful owning, costing 1,000,000 Won in parts alone, so he will sell it. He warns not to buy auction cars as they may have hidden issues.

Takeaways

• 😕 The car had an illegal GPS tracking device installed, likely for illicit rental purposes.
• 😢 The owner has spent over $10,000 on repairs and maintenance for the Audi A7.
• 😠 The car has had many major issues, including engine oil leaks, coolant leaks and flywheel replacement.
• 🤔 The car required engine removal to fix oil leaks from the cylinder heads.
• 🚗 The owner has replaced many parts, including the engine, transmission, wheels and bodywork.
• 🔧 Full disassembly was needed to properly repair oil leaks and reseal the engine.
• 🛠 The owner did all labor himself to keep costs down.
• 😀 The owner is satisfied with the extensive repairs and engine rebuild.
• 😟 The owner feels reluctant to sell the car in its current state to an unsuspecting buyer.
• 🤷‍♂️ The owner plans to sell the Audi A7 after the major repairs and engine rebuild.

Q & A

Why did the car have a GPS tracking device installed?

It was likely installed because the car was being used illegally as a rental car, rather than being a normally operated personal vehicle.

What kind of repairs and parts replacements were done on the engine?

The repairs included replacing the cylinder heads, chain guides and tensioners, engine seals and gaskets, water pump and belt, oil filter housing, engine thermostat housing, and more.

What was the total estimated cost of repairs and parts replacements?

The estimated total cost just for parts, not including labor, was about 10 million Korean won (approx. $8,000 USD).

How much mileage did the car accrue during the owner's possession?

Less than 3,000 km over the time the owner possessed the car.

Why was the owner reluctant to sell the car?

Because of the car's history and repairs, he felt selling it would be like passing on a "time bomb" to someone else, even if exteriorally it looked nice.

What other Audi cars did the owner previously have issues with?

The owner referenced an Audi A3 which also gave him continual issues and stress.

What advice did the owner give his younger brother about buying a car?

He advised him not to buy a car with over 2000cc engine size yet, as even a 2000cc domestic car would be too much for him now.

Why was the owner able to afford high-end cars?

He said it was not because he had a high income, but because he did repairs himself rather than paying for labor costs at a shop.

How did the owner feel about this being the last video on his Audi A7?

He felt that with the repairs done, he had dealt with all the major issues the car could present, so there was not much left to document.

What remaining work did the owner have left to do on the car?

Minor details like cleaning out cigarette butts left by previous owners and doing small interior repairs.