Vancouver stealerships...which one???

**Louis J.** · 05-07-2008 01:03 AM

I've already done a search so I just need confirmation. My new-to-me A4 is modded and will require service soon. It's got APR, Carbonio and exhaust, not to mention visual clues like tint and lowered on coils. It looks like in addition to the 55km service I'll also need the PCV valve done and would like to have the brake fluid changed with racing fluid. Should I take the car to Capilano or Richmond? Anyone in particular I should ask for? I'm very picky and want someone who knows what they're doing, both at the service desk and working on the car. I think Open Road is out of the question at this point.

Also, do I need to swap out the Carbonio before I take it in or is that on the safe list?

**Audized** · 05-07-2008 02:34 AM

Capilano Audi is more mod-friendly. If you would like to have any warranty work done, it is always wise to revert your car to bone stock. You might be able to get away with your APR chip by using the stock mode if you have it. Audi of Richmond does not tolerate any mods, even minor ones like boost gauge, but Norman is cool to deal with.

BTW, how do you like your ABT exhaust?

**Louis J.** · 05-07-2008 09:58 AM

Thanks for the heads up. Anyone specifically I should speak with at Cap? I guess I have to swap the intake huh? Will they give me a hard time with the exhaust?

The Abt exhaust looks awesome and I love the note. My only complaint is that it's an axleback and that it's a tad too quiet, though I rather have it be too quiet than too loud. Both of this issues will be fixed soon when I turn it into a catback with a flowthrough resonator and larger piping.

Please keep the comments coming...

**Louis J.** · 05-08-2008 08:28 AM

Two days, 61 views and one comment??? Does no one have experience or opinions about Vancouver Audi dealers?

**archimense** · 05-08-2008 10:26 AM

I didn't have any problems with my mods when getting warranty stuff done at Audi of Richmond.

Basically they told me, if you mod the suspension, suspension is no longer covered under warranty, etc. They replaced my wheels bearings under warranty even though I was lowered, had upgraded sway bars, etc.

They also replaced my turbos under warranty even though I had a boost gauge and exhaust. They told me that a chip, or downpipes would void the turbo warranty though.

Norman is the guy to deal with.