re. settling on '88 5kcstq instead of '91 200 or V8?

[Swann, Benjamin R. (BSWANN)]

Ken,

I would say that would be a tough call.

I think the newer 20V had begun to approach the level of diminishing returns
without getting into some major(more than bolt-on mods).

With the older ones, you know you are good for an easy increase to 1.8 Bar
for under $500.  Although you don't have 20V, I wonder how much additional
flow is to be gained in the forced air application.

I certainly don't deny the 20V is better, only, how much.  If you already
have a 5000 Turbo Quattro in good condition, you may do well to hang onto
it.

Personally, I don't like a few things in the newer cars.  Airbags for one.
The Timing belt is a more difficult task, and several other things seem more
difficult to work on, however, I really don't know.  I do recall, my '90 Q
Coupe, a beautiful car was a mess to even change the spark plugs, and one
had to remove the front bumper to do the timing belt.

I have no intention of parting with my '87 Wagon, it is the best car I have
ever had, even considering how little was paid for the car and even after
many fixes and mods. If I were to start over, however, I would seriously
consider a 200.

Some things are a matter of personal preference.  Others are tradoffs that
weigh, among other considerations, time and money.

Regards,

Ben
'87 5kCSTQW - totally content.

<Do you find yourselves totally content with your '86-'88 5k's, or do 
you wish you had chosen a later MC2 dual knock sensor, higher 
compression model, or maybe a '91 200 or V8?>