1986 Audi 4000 CS Quattro review from North America

What has gone wrong? Actually, nothing has gone wrong.

Let me explain.

Timing belts, the tensioner and water pump are MAINTENANCE items. You MUST replace them on a regular schedule.

Brake pads wear out - again - they must be replaced.

Every now and then, you must tune your car.

So - now that we have that out of the way - what has gone wrong with the car. Only one thing - the cruise control quit working.

These things - even though they are 20 years old - are bullet proof.

Find the CS Quattro model - don't settle for the S.

Don't be afraid of the 5-cylinder. After 20 years, my compression is only 5 pounds from the lowest to the highest cylinder.

These cars are not fast. at 80mph, you are doing 3800 rpm, so they can be a little 'buzzy'.

But it's comfortable, never breaks down, corners real well and they look very good.

If you are lucky enough to find one - OMG - get yourself a 1986 Audi 4000 CS Quattro.

Very impressive car.

I'm planning on buying a Audi TT and will be keeping this car as the winter driver and for other uses.

When I'm dead and gone, my estate will sell my car, and not before.