'93 90q

[Archibald, Jon]

Chris,
I'd hold out for a '95, a late '95 if possible (AFC motor). All u.s.a. 93-95 90 models are v6's. The early v6's are known for weak head gaskets and oil leaks. In late '95, they made revisions to the lubrication system and lightened the valve train. I have a late '95 90q and I have had no trouble with it so far. Ti is right on with his characterization of the driving character. Not a race car, does not like to be hustled like a 5-cyl., but great as a smooth, torquey, commuter and road trip car. Looks great with h1/h4 or RS2 euro lights. Make sure the timing belt and water pump are up to date if you buy one.
Best,
Jon
'81 5+5
'85 urq 20vt
'95 90q

	
	
	Message: 9
	Date: Tue, 02 Dec 2003 17:27:39 -0800
	From: "Chris Dyer" <chrisdyer at hotmail.com>
	Subject: '87 5ktq vs. '93 90q
	To: quattro at audifans.com
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	I currently own a '87 5ktq w/about 200k mi. I've had it for 5 years now,
	good car.
	
	ANYway, a '93 90q came up for sale near me, looks like a good car. Any
	owners of said model want to clue me in on pros/cons vs. my type44?
	(acutally, I already know the pros/cons of my car!) Things to look out for?
	Great aspects? Anecdotes? I'm attracted to it because it's newer, is
	turbo-less, smaller (easier to park!), and still a q.
	
	Is this the v6 model, or was that a later year 90q? Also, any 90q
	enthusiasts' web sites?
	
	Thanks!
	Chris
	
	
	
	from chrisdyer at hotmail.com
	
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