1998 Audi Cabriolet Base
WAUAA88G5WN001669
Vehicle history report for the 1998 Audi Cabriolet Base (VIN WAUAA88G5WN001669). Black, convertible/cabriolet, 2.8L 6-cyl 172 hp, gasoline. 104,665 mi reported. Registered in Il. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1998 Audi Cabriolet.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN WAUAA88G5WN001669
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 1998 Audi Cabriolet.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Audi Cabriolet, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 1
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1998 Audi Cabriolet.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
A GAS FUME ODOR IS ENTERING INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHICH HAS CAUSED OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE TO BECOME ILL. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER HAS REPLACED SENDING UNIT AND VARIOUS OTHER PARTS. CONSUMER HAS NOTICED SINCE REPLACEMENT THAT FUME ODOR WAS STRONGER. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
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Is the VIN WAUAA88G5WN001669 valid?
WAUAA88G5WN001669 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 1998 Audi Cabriolet.
Does the 1998 Audi Cabriolet have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 1998 Audi Cabriolet. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What fuel economy does the 1998 Audi Cabriolet get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1998 Audi Cabriolet at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 22 highway).
Data last checked 10 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.