which one?

Rory armodis at speakeasy.net
Thu Aug 18 20:56:00 EDT 2005


I've found two potential 4k quattro's, and since you're the experts I figured I 
run this by y'all before I make my final decision...

How do these prices look?  Do these pretty much represent good stock 4ks with 
the typical minor problems?  Does anything jump out as a big NO?  Do the 85's 
have the correct wiring harness to plug in heated leather seats if the car 
didn't originally come with them?  Are the gages easy to find/fix?

Thanks again !
Rory


85 4kSQ $1500
approx 230k miles

Pro
belstein shocks with H&R springs
straight body
decent original paint (white)
no leaks that I can find
no starting problems
no smoke when starting (according to owner)
timing belt in good condition (according to owner)
owner recently changed the front diff/transmission oil, rear diff oil, coolant,
engine oil and spark plugs
power accessories work
no exhaust leaks
no noise from wheel barrings or motor
the headliner doesn't sag
diff lock switch works and diffs lock

Con
several owners (at least four)
engine ticks for a minute or so until warm (suggests manifold crack?)
A/C compressor probably needs to be replaced
odometer doesn't work
emergency flasher, temp gage, and emergency brake dash lights all turn on when 
the voltage reaches 13 volts

86 4kCSQ $1450
approx 200k miles

Pro
one owner
always serviced by certified audi repair center by schedule/recommendation
leather heated seats
straight body
decent original paint (charcoal)
no starting problems
no smoke when starting
timing belt and water pump changed - follow schedule
front diff/tranny oil, rear diff oil, coolant - follow recommendation
no exhaust leaks
no noise from wheel barrings or motor
headliner doesn't sag

Con
broken door handle
one passenger window doesn't work
diff switch and temp gage don't work
shifting problem (my guess is linkage)
valve cover leak



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