Re: To buy or not to buy....A Quantum.

[jeffw@smoe.org (Jeff Wasilko)]

Monica writes:
> the advice of my boyfriend, I tried an '86 VW Quantum GL5 [non-syncro :( ]
> with 109K on the clock.  I liked it!  I am now leaning towards buying this
> car rather than a Ford.  I was wondering since this car seems to have a
> striking similarity to some Audis if you might be able to give me some
> advice.  Specifially:

I had a '84 Quantum and really loved it. It's the reason I'm
coming into the Audi fold for the first time.

> The vaccum system for the locks sunroof and windows, is it reliable or will
> the swiches/servos die soon.  Are they expensive or hard to fix?

I never had a bit of problem with the vacuum system, although the
exterior door handles were a tremendous pain the butt. There was
a recent thread about the care & feeding of the handles recently.

> have looked for Audi's ;) The're a bit scarce in this neck of the woods (san
> Diego) but I would like to look at a nice 86-87 4000 auto.  If you think
> this Quantum is a good buy I will have a mechanic look over the car before
> buying it.  TIA for any advice you can give me.

My Quantum was very reliable, especially the engine (also a 5
cyl). I only ever changed the water pump and timing belt and did
regular maintenance. Other than keeping brakes & tires fitted, it
didn't cost me a penny.

If your mechanic gives his (or her) blessing, I'd say go for it.

Jeff