1999 Audi A4 Hi I wanted to no

1999 AUDI A4
148,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FIREHONOR
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Im looking at getting a 1999 Audi the timing belt went out can that mess up the engine at all?
Jun 14, 2010 at 8:32 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there, this will do serious engine damage, i would leave it well alone, see pic for a sample of valve damage from one of these engines.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/61395_valves3_1.jpg

Mark (mhpautos)
Jun 14, 2010 at 10:52 PM
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