87 5000CS Turbo Quattro (2nd try)

[Rob Bailey <baileyr@cuug.ab.ca>]

I'm receiving the Quattro list, but I didn't rec'v my own message the 
first time I sent it, so I'm not sure if it got through...

Hi, I'm new to this list and had a few questions... Firstly, I'm not a 
Quattro owner (yet!), but I found an 87 5000CS Turbo Quattro with about 
120,000 KM (70,000 miles). It seems to be in fairly good shape, but I 
question the reliability of these vehicles. I realize that the list 
members will be slightly biased, but want I want to know is : can I use 
this vehicle as a daily driver without too much concern. Most "consumer" 
type sources say to distance yourself from Audi until the 92 model year. 
What do you owners say? It appears as though the timing belt hasn't been 
done yet, so that would be first on the list. Parts appear to be quite 
expensive, but I assume that there are good mail order discounters 
around.

Secondly, is there a FAQ about Quattros around? I couldn't find one 
(except for the ur-quattros) and that surprised me. 

Finally, does the Gold Portfolio book covers these models as well? I 'm 
getting ready to order one in the next few days, and I would prefer it to 
have some content on all quattros.

Thanks, sorry it was so long,
Rob

PS.
Do many people work on their own quattros? The vehicle seems to be very 
hi tech, which I figure would scare most people off. Are the Bentley 
manuals the ones to get?