1983 Audi Coupe GT review from Australia and New Zealand
"A great car to own and a great car to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The distributor conked out.
Electric windows didn't work.
The drivers seat was worn through.
A little bit of rust round one of the wheel arches.
General comments?
Well what can I say, I bought the car for NZ$120, that would be about 50 pounds, so it was a bargain X two!
The handbrake's a little stiff on hills, but it looks the part now I've put scissor doors on with my custom hinges, and softened the suspension to nearly as soft as it will go.
Painted it black with white pinstripes down the side. I also replaced the sunroof with one that has glass.
I changed the seats to ones with a 6 point harness and proceeded to use it for a bit of rallying.
Overall the Audi GT Coupe is a very versatile car. It can handle a great deal of whatever you want to put it through, even at 23 years old. If you are ever debating to buy that one just down the road, you should! If it looks a little scruffy, take it still because they shape up nicely!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1983 |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L 5 cylinder fuel injected petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 270500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 270750 miles |
| Date of Entry | 21st December, 2005 |