should I buy this 2004 TT?

Absolutely hideous color. Make them shave some off for that.

MDA

that colour was a problem for Audi................they could not cure the orange peel affect.

Orange peel effect? I'm sorry if I'm missing a joke here, or is this a real issue of some kind with which I'm not familiar?

I realize most people will hate the color, but I like it (I also liked that incredible lime green/yellow Audi used in the 100 series, so that tells you something about my taste).

Aside from the color affecting resale, not an issue I'm worried about, what else should I worry about?

yuts wiv keys or knives or screwdrivers.............

According to Consumer Reports, 2004 was one of the better years in terms of reliability for the TT (not enough data for 2005 and 2006.) There was a sludge problem for some of the 1.8 turbo engines. Look for meticulous maintenance records. Brake pads and rotors may be due for replacement at that mileage. CR lists body hardware and electrical as problem areas.

Thanks! I appreciate that info and will see how new the brake pads and rotors are. It's a one owner car, and I'm curious to check it out.