Narrowing the search: 93 Audi 90Q

[Ti Kan]

Tom Christiansen writes:
> I have narrowed the search to a 1993-94 (maybe 95 - probably out of my
> price range) Audi 90 Quattro.
> ...

I think if you go with 1993 or later model years you shouldn't have oil
leaks.  B4 90 V6s cars seem to also exhibit catalytic convertor failures
and the factory convertors are pricey.  Some reported good experience
using replacements from Discount Converters http://www.discountconverter.com

> BTW, the plastic engine cover on that V6, does that just pop off or will I
> need tools to get underneath to look for oil puddles?

If you're referring to the bottom belly pan cover, it is fastened to
the body via a bunch of quarter-turn screws that are easily loosened.
Then the pan simply slides off.  It is much easier to do while the car
is on a lift, but you can also get to it when the car is up securely
on jackstands (don't just use the factory jack for support!).

> If someone could explain what the Sport package includes, it would be
> great. Is quattro included in sport or would it have to be a "quattro
> sport" to get both?

I think that "sport" in this case is merely a trim package.  You don't
actually get anything that truly enhances performance.  If I recall,
different model years varied somewhat in what's included in the
"sport" option.

> I'm looking at ads for 90 Sport and 90 Quattro. Both 1993. Both 137k on the
> clock. $5500 and $6000 respectably. Does this sound reasonable? It sounds a
> bit high to me...

Check Edmunds: http://www.edmunds.com and also price similar cars
sold in your area for comparison purposes.  You can also check Kelly
Blue Book: http://www.kbb.com but their listed prices seem a bit high.

-Ti
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2001 S4 biturbo 6-sp
1984 5000S turbo
1980 4000 2.0 5-sp
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