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Audi Coupe Questions: To buy?
Hello all!
The insurance company came back with a rather _small_ lump of cash to
allow me to replace my quattro.
I've been looking after work each evening this week, and am
disappointed in the whole automobile world in general. There are
>NO< options out there for all-wheel drive (Unless I want a mini-
van... <GAG>).
I by-passed all of the American motor companines, since there is
nothing there that even inspires me at all. And most of the current
Japanese market is lackluster. I don't have enough money for a new
Audi, BMW, or Mercedes.
I've narrowed the field down to the following:
1995 Urabus AWD Legacy Outback ($20k)
Pros: Warranty Cons: 135hp
or a used Quattro.
Pros: Power Cons: BIG repair bills.
Now the questions:
I really want a Coupe Quattro. I'm quite ignorant in this area and
have a few questions:
What years were the Audi 90 (rounded) Look-alike models produced. I'm
guessing 1988-92 or so?
What powerplant do they have? The 90 4-cylinder SOHC?
Is there a turbo model available?
What is the hp rating?
Are there engine mods available? (Ala Ned/IA)
What can I expect to pay for one?
Are there any standard problem areas. I'm very familiar with 5K
troubles (ie. Rack leak, Sunroof, Power Windows, Climate control,
etc.) I just don't know if I am ready to put out $500 every three
months, or to get a new car w/ warranty.
As always, ANY info would be greatly appreciated here!
- Mike White
[Mail: mike.white@law.utah.edu - mwhite@eng.utah.edu]
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