About to pick up my 99.5 2.8 this weekend.

Obviously, I should check for dings and the options I ordered, but are there any other tips and suggestions on what I should look for?

Let see:

1) Check for dings on the doors (they usually fix these if they happen in transport)
2) Check for scratches on the roof (transport sometimes does damage)
3) Does it have floor mats?
4) Does it have the first aid kit?
5) Do you have ALL the keys?
6) It the gas tank full (not required, but they should to this)
7) Is it cleaned up? Including engine detail? (not required, but nice)
8) Is tool kit intact? Everything there?
9) Make sure your salesguy goes through all the features of the car..one-by-one
10) Don't get suckered into extended warranty, window etching, permaplate, pinstripes (don't laugh!)
11) Make sure they don't install front plate (call them now about this)
12) Make sure they don't adfix and dealer decals or emblems (call them now about this)
13) Check fit/finish interior and exterior

I know there is a lot more...but I can't remember them.

Steve S.
97 2.8QM
00 S4 (jan?)

Here's the link:<ul><li><a href="http://www.fool.com/Car/Worksheets/DeliveryChecklist.htm">Delivery Checklist</a></li></ul>

DELIVERY CHECKLIST

Explanations
 Get copy of dealer prep check list (compare to this list)
 Get explanation of how to reprogram key fob remote if it doesn’t work
 Change remote settings if desired
 Get explanation of how to reprogram the radio, and codes for it if the battery is disconnected
 Get explanation of how to close sunroof manually
 Get explanation of scheduled maintenance program (miles vs. timing)
 Examine registration, need notarized certificate of origin and receipt (?)

Exterior Inspection
 Inspect paint under direct sunlight
 Examine rear of car for evidence of touched up stone chips
 Examine sides of trunk
 Watch for paint swirls or scratches
 Check alignment of body panels, doors, bumpers, trim, etc. Gaps should be even and tight
 Examine windows for chips, scratches, etc. Check windshield for distortion.
 Examine wiper blade air dam, in upper position it could scratch windshield
 Check that the shipping brace in the suspension was removed
 Check for Dunlop SP8000, check tire pressures

Trunk
 Smell the trunk (check for mildew, mold, gasoline odors)
 Check for a cargo net
 Check for all tools in tool boxes (Jack, lugbolt wrench, flathead/phillips head screwdriver, plastic tweezer for lugbolt caps, cargo net, wheel securer)
 Get explanation of tool kit (wheel centers, lug covers, etc.)
 Examine spare tire and jack, check tire pressure

Engine Compartment
 Examine engine compartment
 No oil drips, no grease spots
 Check all fluid levels

Interior Inspection
 Examine upholstery, carpets, floor mats for smudges, etc.
 Check every button and feature to check functionality
 Test all seat movement
 Check that all owners’ manuals are present
 Check that HVAC works properly

Test Drive
 Test drive car
 Hit every gear and listen for noises (particularly from the suspension)
 Listen for wind leaks
 Ensure gas tank is full
 Check lights, brake lights

I assume that I do all these things before I sign the cheque.
That way I can still walk away if they don't address a concern.