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[Rave Racer]

> > > I joined the list about a week ago and decided it's time for an
> > > introduction.  After owning about 10 VWs, I am now the owner of an
Audi, a
> > > 1985 5000s turbo that I got for $150.   It needs some work,
> > the
> > > previous owner attempted to change the heater core, but never got it
back
> > > together.  There's also a problem with the auto transmission.  I've
got an
> > > '87 VW Quantum 5 cyl. parts car with a good auto trans, and as far as
I
> > can
> > > tell they are the same.  I'm also in need of an owners manual, I can't
> > > figure out how half this stuff works.
> >
> >         Congrats on the purchase.  If it runs, that's a great deal.
>
> I held my tongue, but I cannot help it!
>
> That car will be worth more in parts than it is together...
>
> Unless you really savor the idea of a never ending quest for a problem
> free car, get a better example and use the first one for spares and
> income!

        Isn't that why we're here?  Aren't we all Masochists just a little,
we want our cars to abuse us.  But like I said, 150 is a great deal, if it
runs.  If it doesn't run sell off the parts and get 1000 bucks.  Where I
come from, that's a fantastic deal.