1985 Audi Coupe GT review from North America

Distributor cap was replaced.

A constant velocity (cv) joint was replaced.

I replaced the alternator brushes about a year ago and things have been fine in that area ever since.

I did quite a bit of body work after buying it, due to the rust. But considering the age, it was in great shape.

Oil leaks from the engine block but, very minimal.

The body design still looks great after 16 years.

Plenty of driver and passenger room, even for tall drivers. The rear seating isn't bad either, but trunk space is lacking a bit.

Dashboard is still in great shape and looks line new after a good wipe. Overall interior is in great shape.

The performance is decent but not great. It's slow off the start because I have to change from first to second almost immediately. I don't know if this is a problem or the way it was designed. But after that the car picks up and wants to go. Top speed I have taken it to is about 140 Km/h, though the speedometer reads 220. Above that, it sounds like it needs a sixth gear.

Handling is great. Fuel consumption in the city is not so great. I can't be sure though since when filling up the gas tank I never get the same amount in and it's never full according to the gas gauge.

There have been no major problems with the car. It's only stranded me once and that was the alternator problem. The car has been very reliable and not too costly to maintain.