1985 Audi Coupe GT 2.0

Summary:

Great looker that's hard to fault

Faults:

Driver's seat bolster worn through, seat frame broke.

Clutch wore out. Front ball joint worn - but look at the mileage it had when I bought it!

General Comments:

A very pleasant car to drive. Yes Audis are quality products, but after 18 years of hard use, any car is going to be past its best. This was a cheapy banger at the time, remarkably still with totally sound bodywork - just everything else was worn out.

The 5 cylinder engine is a gem, although the 2.0 version does lack the punch of the 2.2.

Great handling, and the performance is usefully quick for an old car, and the economy not too bad either.

It's a great looking car, and values are now on the rise. If you want one then I don't think they will ever be any cheaper.

It's amazing to consider that Ford were still churning out 2.0 Capris at the same time this was new. I love Capris, but the Audi Coupe beats it hands down in just about every way. I miss mine.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 26th March, 2008

1985 Audi Coupe GT 2.0

Summary:

Quality car, a little pricey to run

Faults:

Brake discs warped, new discs and pads never cured problem, wheel vibration at speed, electric window cable snapped, steering wheel loose, intermittent light/electrical problems, wheel bearings. Head gasket has just blown - damn.

General Comments:

Nice to drive, especially with the 5 cylinder growl. Fit a Jetex exhaust; sounds superb and improves power. Handling nose heavy but improved with Sachs sports kit. Fuel consumption very good on long journeys - poor in town. Parts exorbitant unless you use specialists.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 22nd May, 2000

1985 Audi Coupe GT 2.2 petrol

Faults:

Every time above 3000RPM the oil light goes on. Bad start up, burning too much oil.

General Comments:

I don't want to give my GT up. It needs a little work from me this time.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 20th January, 1998

14th Mar 2006, 04:17

I know this was written years ago, but this one sounds absolutely knackered. the audi 5 pot is very long lived usually and has to be seriously whupped for it to burn oil AND suffer from low oil pressure.