Faults:

Clutch and release bearing

Battery

Distributor cap and wires

Slight cancer spots.

General Comments:

This car is amazing. I have not had so much fun driving a car yet and I have owned 39 different cars.

This car is very smooth in the corners and shifts very clean with a new clutch.

Prior to this car I was driving my 1983 coupe gt (for 2 years which is unheard of for me with cars) which was my baby until it was in a four car pile up. I thought that one was nice, but it now feels like a bucket of bolts compared to the 86.

This car is very reliable if you keep up the maintenance, don't blame a car for your laziness or slim wallet, if you maintain this sleek and powerful machine the way that it is recommended it will not leave you on the road. How long ago did you see an Audi on the side of the road? Probably a long time ago if ever.

I am in sales and travel a lot this car has been nothing, but the definition of comfortable and the heated leather seats are great for long trips.

The exterior styling is nothing, but top notch. 17 years old and this car will still turn the heads of someone driving a lamborghini.

I have got the sickness and will never own another type of car in my life...

OK maybe a Carrera 4...

Faults:

Power windows, power locks, heated seats, wheel bearings.

General Comments:

Well I can say, I have become a Audi GT addict. I have owned 6 coupes, 3 of which I have in my drive way at this moment. 2 I owned in england (a 1.9 litre 81 and a 85 2.2).

So to add my 2 cents on Audi Coupes - if you buy one you will be getting a high quality car for little money. GT's sold well in Europe in the mid 80's, but Audi had a rough time on the sales end here in North America due to a fault with their turbo charged Audi 5000 CD Turbo's. Audi was told their car drove away on them - this was not true, it was the fault of the driver's foot placement and the small pedals.

Back to what I can help you with - don't buy a rough Audi, if it burns blue move on no matter what the price. On the flip side don't be scared of a high mileage Coupe - so long as the engine gives off no smoke go for it. Keep an eye on the idling rev's - if the revs jump up and down you're talking $$.

I have owned many cars, most of which have been fast european cars. You will get a car on par with a 325i BMW. More than likely you will get either a good body or a good engine, rarely will you find both. They are fun cars with some good power and are great on long trips. Parts can be costly if buying new. Try to find used. Even better, find a friend who does work on cars and educate him on Audi's - buy a Haynes manual. Even better if you can buy a parts cars, you will save money in the long run.

Questions: e-mail me at highlander24@sprint.ca

Faults:

It should be noted that I bought this car in mediocre condition. The suspension, shocks, brakes and gear-box had recently been repaired.

Repairs that became my responsibility were the transmission cap and link table.

The alterator soon followed along with a corroded fuel line.

Tie rods, a new radiator, fuel filter and some work have completed the first round of required repairs.

Most of these problems are related to hostile Canadian winters and careless previous ownership.

General Comments:

Having made the necessary repairs, now she really moves, accelerates like a 5 cylinder car should.

The stability, handling and overall performance of the platform are remarkable, I'm very impressed and very happy with my purchase.