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Brandon Finley
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Registrace 25. 02. 2013
Car content for the fellow driver, weekender, and vehicle enjoyer.
My BMW 335i Left Me STRANDED
The 335i decided to drain all of its coolant..
I’m just glad it happened in front of my house!
This pesky hose needs replacement, as the rubber gets brittle over time, and will simply snap away from the connector.
See below for part numbers.
Rein Part Number: CHE0706
OEM F30 N55 Part Number: 17128570061
www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-expansion-tank-hose-rein-17128570061
Thank you for watching as always!
Instagram: Awdbrandon
I’m just glad it happened in front of my house!
This pesky hose needs replacement, as the rubber gets brittle over time, and will simply snap away from the connector.
See below for part numbers.
Rein Part Number: CHE0706
OEM F30 N55 Part Number: 17128570061
www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-expansion-tank-hose-rein-17128570061
Thank you for watching as always!
Instagram: Awdbrandon
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My BMW 335i Gets A Dinan Exhaust!
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A quick little install of my new Dinan exhaust, such a great buy. Featuring my new to me F30 BMW 335i XDrive, 6MT! Dinan Free Flow Axlebacks can purchased at Dinancars.com. Instagram: Awdbrandon
How To Make The BMW B48 Sound GOOD! (BMS INTAKE)
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I got my hands on a Burger Motorsports Intake for my B48 powered 230i. This is a quick installation and sound check! Thanks for watching as always. Burger Motorsports Intake B46/B48 - burgertuning.com/products/bms-b46-b48-billet-intake IG: Awdbrandon
My Audi Was a LEMON, So I got a BMW!
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Just a quick goodbye and story time on why my Audi S4 is gone. Listen in on why I had to move on and maybe it will help you make your own decision! Thanks for watching! Like, Comment, Subscribe, whatever you feel fits, I appreciate it all.
The Best FREE Mod For My B9 Audi S4
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Quick tutorial on how to locate the fuse for the artificial cabin noise. The Soundaktor creates artificial engine noise which resonates throughout the cabin, drowning out the perfectly good sound V6! Tools Required: T30 Torx Thin Flathead Screwdriver Thanks for watching!
I BOUGHT A HIGH MILEAGE B9 AUDI S4
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Just a quick overview of my short ownership so far on my higher mileage 2018 Audi S4. Thank you for my watching my first youtube video, and I hope you like and subscribe! Instagram: @awdbrandon
I’m looking to trade in my 23’ A4 for a b9/b9.5 S4, they are at a STEAL right now. The ones I’m looking at have 20-60k miles, before this video I was skeptical on the mileage but after hearing your perspective it has gave me much more confidence. Great video ! With the sport package how’s the diff on corners? Have you tried power sliding?
Get a B9.5 if possible, the early B9 had some issues to work out. My infotainment kept shutting off mid drive, and my engine was making an awful sound like the rocker arms. I traded it in at 86k. But it was an awesome vehicle, I’d recommend a B9.5 if possible.
Why the big secret on the price?
When you were saying high mileage, I was thinking 100-150k, not 80k. I would sure hope a car with only 80k miles would still be pretty decent.
At the time this video was taken, this was one of the higher mileage examples even listed for sale. For a 2018 S4, 80k miles is high in comparison to other market exmaples.
@@BrandonFinleyx It's a shame you needed to part with it. I've seen plenty of these cars reach double that mileage. Sounds like you may have had the dreaded rocker arm issues that plagued that year.
nice car!
Thanks!
good car and a good sound
Thank you!! 👍🏻
sick🤟🏽🤟🏽
I appreciate you bro!
Can I use the bms Maf sensor screws when I put the stock one back on?
Unfortunately these took their own specific screw. But I'm sure you can find something at a hardware store. That's what I did.
How has the reliability been since? Might have the chance to buy a 2019 with 80k
Any issues come up since?
i did plugs and coils on my b9.5 at 40k and ill do the plugs again at 60k and i do liquid molly oil changes every 4k
Have you gotten a check engine light for the intake?
This will not throw a check engine light, unless installed improperly!
The question is... why? It's just moronic to buy a high mileage car. If you can't afford it with low miles then buy something within your price range lol
Is it still worth it? There is a 2018 s4 for sale with 60k miles. Any major/pricey issues getting close to the 100k point?
I am thinking about buying a 2018 B9 with about 60k on it. It’s my friend’s car and he’s asking 20k for it. It’s the prestige trim. Thoughts?
post more!
Will do! :)
Thats the thing about audi they rust… the 340i g20 doesn’t rust.. take a look at any bmw after the e generation, they dont rust. My friends 2014 435i that has 110k miles has no rust. But audi design and look is way better than bimmer. Not to mention the ride is smooth. The bmw feels like a tank and almost entices you to speed. I prefer the audi for daily but unfortunately I talked with techs and they told me the 340i is more reliable than the c43 and s4. So ill probably go for the 340
Do you have a tune? I have a 2022 530i b48 and i get like 10% of that sound
@@BrandonFinleyxthat’s weird mines the complete opposite although it does make noise when i first start it up in park
Nice video !
wsmfp reference on the plate?
Do yall think a 2018 s4 with 90k miles for $25k worth it?
Im almost at 100k with my 2018 B9 S4. So far only damaged components have been the engine mounts and oil filter housing. Got those replaced at 90k miles
If you don't fix those small rust spots, it will turn into a rust bucket in 4-5y... In the back, you got rust since something hit your bumper, which compressed the paint on the body.
My 2007 s3 the radio randomly goes off as well😂
80k is "high mileage" tells ya whatcha need to know lol.
I’m in the market for a 2023 S4 but I keep hearing bad reviews about it
i have a 2019 audi s4 b9. when should i change the oil? and how do i know when to?
got my 2015 B8.5 79k close to 80 about 2 and a half years ago, got 83k on it, Car has been great, Love the front end of the B9
I got the rocker arms at 94k mikes definitely get it done before it dies damage and while you’re in there do your water pump and thermostat, 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 I’m in NJ for reference
Video of the knocking/tapping sound would've been helpful! Did you verify it was the rockers at all? Check filter for any metal? Boroscope through engine filler? The dealership didn't notice the knocking/tapping on trade in?
My noise only happened under load, and it was hard to differentiate. I never determined the actual noise, other than it being in the engine bay. My oil filter seemed a TAD flakey but wasn't exactly shining either.
The real question is "should you buy a high mileage b9 audi with 3.0 turbo change motor?". My honest opinion: Yes (because I have to sell this shit to someone). P.S. Just kidding. Audi is one love! Hope someday I'll have higher quality roads and will be able to drive low sport cars like s4. Currently I'm driving q5.
Awesome video , this was such a good move getting this and ditching the Audi
Would it last to 150k?
Ahhh, Help, have an Opportunity to buy a 2018 Prestige S4 2-owner car WITH 148K!!! miles for $20k. Clear title FL. Car, should I do it?
I got rid of my 2018 S4 shortly after this video believe it or not. 83k Miles and it developed a ticking knocking under load that could not be pinpointed. After I got rid of mine, MANY 2018s and 2019s in the community had catastrophic failure. It's a tossup, because by 148k miles, it should've blown, and if it hasn't that may be a good sign. It also could mean impending doom. My key takeaway from my ownership and experience with other members, don't buy an 18 or a 19.
Love the video so you have had a b8.5 and a b9 what do you think is the best to have i love both but i do live in cad so not to sure with the rust and everything else
Hi , I have an intake on my 120i too , how do you get it to flutter when you rev , mine will only spool if I put it in drive and rev while braking
I've had mine installed since the video, and mine does not flutter when driving. The flutter when driving would come from an atmospheric blow-off valve if you'd like to install one. I believe it only flutters in park sadly.
You really shouldn’t be doing that. Your brakes and transmission components don’t like it. That is if you care about mechanical sympathy. To each their own.
That is a good price considering the market.
Dude the spark plug tip fell off into my engine and scored the cylinder walls on my B9-S4!!! Didn’t know that was a common problem!? Love the content from Kentucky!
Unfortunately, after owning the S4 for a bit, I learned the B9s with the 3.0T had a multitude of issues, from the oil cap popping off, spark plug tips breaking off, rocker arms and more.. Thanks for the kind words!
@@BrandonFinleyxDoes this also mean the B9,5 have the same issues?Or they are resolved on them?
@@abrakadabraangelov1829 Late production 2019+ 3.0T and 2.9TT should not have these issues whatsoever. I forget the exact date split, but you can find that on the forums.
cool!
Love your content, all the way from South Africa
Thank you! I appreciate the comment, it means a lot
2:20 you don’t mention the year of the car or what kind of car it is (228,M240?) B9 S4 is so much better though.
Sorry! It’s a 230i XDrive! And the S4 was a more powerful car, and more luxurious, but this vehicle in my own opinion drives a lot better, feels better etc. But to each their own!
@@BrandonFinleyx i guess you weren’t really comparing them to be fair lol but still a sick car and love the color congrats
@@stefanomarcellino6701Thank you for that! Thanks for watching!
Would love a B9 S4 Avant but the rocker arm issue really puts me off. The more you research it you’re left feeling it’s an inevitability at some point. Sadly.
I sold mine a few weeks ago, I'll be making a follow-up video soon, motor was definitely knocking.
I just turned 100k on my '18 S5 and it's been absolutely bulletproof, but then I stay on top of maintenance and change the oil every 5k with Liquimoly. I've driven it from the West Coast to Denver and back 5 times, including the southern route and a blizzard in Santa Fe, and it's been great. Also have a B8.5 with just over 100k and it's been bulletproof as well, again because of maintenance. Also, if you have a B9, do yourself a favor and pick up a transmission pan and some ZF8. Audi says lifetime fill, ZF told me around 65k to 70k and I followed their advice. It's a bit of a pain, you need to pull the transmission mount frame and support the rear at the driveshaft flange, but the peace of mind is worth the effort...and you can pop in an 034 insert at the same time. The only issue I've had on the B9 is the rockers, had them replaced at about 60k because one had failed. Turns out there's a center pin hardening issue, at least on mine, in some of the production run. Don't know who makes the rockers, but I have 40k on the new set and they seem fine. I also don't know if I have the rockers with the big rollers or the original small needles, again if I have to replace them it'll be a good opportunity to refresh everything else. The only thing I dislike about the car is the cupholders....whoever decided that was a good place for them should have to clean every MMI that has a spill on it.
I have a nissan that had occasional axle clicking. Tried greasing the hub/cv SPLINES, but what fixed it was medium strength blue loctite
Can’t help to notice your eye bags you might be deficient in some very important vitamins.
Lmaooo you are hilarious and quite perceptive
Vitamin B9 but he just started taking it so will be good :)
No transmission fluid change at 80k?
Enjoyed video, live in New England. Sold new and CPO Audis in 2017. Run used car lot now. Liked the transparency. Liked the comparisons between Audi generations, and the fact you had a BMW and went back. B9 out of my price range (S4 in general) so used A4 on my radar.
The new A4/A5's are super quick when tuned and look generally the exact same, I say go for it!
So one thing about your video is that this is a daily driver (pragmatic sports sedan.) Unlike others who have multiple sports cars /sedans, or older B5/6/7 and are wrenching them regularly, this is a different take. I had always wanted B5 but not being a mechanic maybe 2010+ A4 while slowly adding features. Being in the car industry can keep eyes open for good deals. The idea others mentioned of having a video of maintenance costs on a more modern Audi would be interesting.
@@brg1708 I'd be happy to make a maintenance cost video! If you're going to go for an A4 2013+ is what I recommend to get around the piston ring/oil consumption issues of the first generation of the B8. The B9 A4's are a great platform as well!
Thanks. Thanks for advice. Again, your video turned my long time thinking on its head. Wait longer, get newer. I have heard of the 2010 oil consumption /valves issues. Maybe waiting for the 13+ is better, especially if I can get a warranty. I am 55 so having to have "side project" wouldn't be practical as I am also trying to save for other things. In addition, my I have a commute, which an A4 would make more enjoyable, and the horsepower would be more than enough, even compared with older S4s. I come from a problem free '06 Toyota Highlander, which is soon to be paid off. Before I had two vehicles in 3 years that I had to repair regularly, so the peace of mind is worth it. But my credit is better so maybe I can pull it off. I am frugal so the struggle is real, but you only live once. Look foward to new videos. The maintenance/cost video would be good, how you found trusted mechanics and compare / contrast to other cars you have had would be interesting. I should add, when I sold Audis in 2017 I LOVED the A4( cabin, features, drive, everything)and I got to drive most of the vehicles except the R8. I am 6' 3" 270lbs with long legs so I am not interested in small vehicles.
Very well made video my guy. I’m in the market for an S4 now after someone drove straight into my A3 and totaled it
Is 59k highmilage? Looking into a used one
Honestly not many real "known" issues , prob change the oil to 5w 20 or 30 , rocker arms r a arm toss 1 in 100.. beautiful mods thou . Jus hit 50k on my b9 s5 .