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AUDI SUPER 90s
Well, my knowledge about Super 90's raised a little, thank you Harrison
and Chris. But I've got one more question. Some time ago I got an
article about an USA Super 90 from a '96 AutoWeek issue (Thanks again,
Jason) that sounds like this:
> The front compartment of the little Audi is, almost miracoulosely huge, with a vast expanse of flat floor, and firm and supportive chair-high seats, similar to the front compartment of a minivan. The vinyl upholstery looks and feels a bit industrial, but that was peculiar to the wagon; Super 90 sedans featured rich velvet. The rear seats are nearly as comfortable, if a bit short on real stretch-out room.
> The Audi’s 90 horsepower peaks at 5200 rpm, and generous 108 lb ft of torque is produced at 3000. IN OCTOBER 1969, CAR AND DRIVER CLOCKED A 0 TO 60 TIME OF 12.1 SECONDS - "GOOD PERFORMANCE" for a small car 25 years ago. But the little engine thrashes frightfully when revved that hard, encouraging the driver to accept a more leisurely pace.
> The ride is soft and lightly damped, and the seats themselves get bouncy on a rough road. Nearly 60 percent of the Super 90’s weight rests on the front wheels; understeer is inevitable, yet the car sticks confidently in moderate cometing. Steering effort is relatively light, with the feeling of precision.
Now back to my question: How can I find out in which issue of Car and
Driver the mentioned article is from, and, when I know that, how can I
get that issue or at least a photocopy? Does someone here on the list
collect old Auto mags?
Thanks again,
Stephan
'66 DKW F 102 (2 door sedan, Saxomat)
'67 Audi Super 90 (2 door sedan)
'68 Audi 80 Variant (wagon)