Audi RS2
22 August 2000, 05:20 AM
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What do you have to say about the Audi RS2....
This car was mentioned as an alternative for a change from the scoob. I am seriously considering it as the best option for the change.
I think this is the best forum for feedback...especially negative feedback....there is no site more biased... he he he
All contributions appreciated.
This car was mentioned as an alternative for a change from the scoob. I am seriously considering it as the best option for the change.
I think this is the best forum for feedback...especially negative feedback....there is no site more biased... he he he
All contributions appreciated.
22 August 2000, 07:54 AM
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Hi Malique
Go and drive one, I think it is a great car and if you are willing to modify can become blisteringly quick.
Only down side gearbox is a little sloppyHope that helps
Saj
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Go and drive one, I think it is a great car and if you are willing to modify can become blisteringly quick.
Only down side gearbox is a little sloppyHope that helps
Saj
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22 August 2000, 08:42 AM
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I was fortunate to be driven in a RS2 around Snetterton, Quality Car, Fantastic Looks, superb acceleration, outstanding handling. Brillant machine,..........BUT a 50 Grand price tag, means most people get exactly the same form a scooby WRX and half the price!!!!!!
22 August 2000, 11:02 AM
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No not bad at all to run just keep away from Main Dealers most of which are useless.
Specialists like Dialynx performance are the way to go.
A good right hand drive should be no more than £24000- £27000
Dont forget that gearbox though.
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No not bad at all to run just keep away from Main Dealers most of which are useless.
Specialists like Dialynx performance are the way to go.
A good right hand drive should be no more than £24000- £27000
Dont forget that gearbox though.
Saj
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22 August 2000, 11:03 AM
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Malique
As Chris pointed out, a friend of mine (who is a dealer) has a very nice one for sale at around the 13k mark. But this is in the UK and your profile says Malaysia, so not much use.
I have done a few miles in it and I love it. I could sing about its good points but won't (and my singing is terrible).
Bad points: None really, very good car. My personal view however is that it feels bigger/wider than it is, but I guess I'm being picky and you would soon get used to it. Saj mentioned a sloppy gearbox, I didn't notice this, actually thought it was quite good, but I guess it depends what you are used to.
Servicing costs are not that bad but part costs can be. As with any slightly wacky performance car, you don't go to a main dealer you go to the more knowledgable independents. In the UK I would suggest Dialynx.
Scope for tuning (if that is your thing) is huge, much bigger than Subarus. The RS2 has something like 8 phase tuning path up to something silly like 600bhp.
g4vln, 50K ??? Are you sure it wasn't the newer RS4 ?
Best advice here comes from Saj, go and drive one, then decide
Cheers
Ian
[This message has been edited by IWatkins (edited 22 August 2000).]
As Chris pointed out, a friend of mine (who is a dealer) has a very nice one for sale at around the 13k mark. But this is in the UK and your profile says Malaysia, so not much use.
I have done a few miles in it and I love it. I could sing about its good points but won't (and my singing is terrible).
Bad points: None really, very good car. My personal view however is that it feels bigger/wider than it is, but I guess I'm being picky and you would soon get used to it. Saj mentioned a sloppy gearbox, I didn't notice this, actually thought it was quite good, but I guess it depends what you are used to.
Servicing costs are not that bad but part costs can be. As with any slightly wacky performance car, you don't go to a main dealer you go to the more knowledgable independents. In the UK I would suggest Dialynx.
Scope for tuning (if that is your thing) is huge, much bigger than Subarus. The RS2 has something like 8 phase tuning path up to something silly like 600bhp.
g4vln, 50K ??? Are you sure it wasn't the newer RS4 ?
Best advice here comes from Saj, go and drive one, then decide
Cheers
Ian
[This message has been edited by IWatkins (edited 22 August 2000).]
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22 August 2000, 07:39 PM
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S2 go for approx 8-10K
RS2 should be 20K (not sure though)
S4 - should get one for £25K
RS4 - Only 330 into UK and will be £45k ish
On the audi. One of the guys has an S4 from new - cost £40K he has an RS4 on way and his loss trade in price will be between £20 & £25K. Make the scoobs still seen not as bad.
RS2 should be 20K (not sure though)
S4 - should get one for £25K
RS4 - Only 330 into UK and will be £45k ish
On the audi. One of the guys has an S4 from new - cost £40K he has an RS4 on way and his loss trade in price will be between £20 & £25K. Make the scoobs still seen not as bad.
22 August 2000, 08:53 PM
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I can highly recommend Dialynx, why not give Keith a ring (01793 772245) he will be able to give you the complete low down on parts prices etc.
Saw his crazy SWB Quattro at Castle Combe, awesome :-))
Saw his crazy SWB Quattro at Castle Combe, awesome :-))
23 August 2000, 08:31 AM
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Thanks for the replies so far...
Saj.
I will indeed test drive this RHD example being offered, probably next week but am not really looking to modify anything. My scoob has been through 3 g/boxes - now on hewlett gears, 2 sets of internals and 2 blocks....then again...
what can u do to an RS2 i wonder.
Ian
no complaints?
I will call Dialynx if i need parts-thats a useful future reference. Thanks again.
anything else?
M.
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Saj.
I will indeed test drive this RHD example being offered, probably next week but am not really looking to modify anything. My scoob has been through 3 g/boxes - now on hewlett gears, 2 sets of internals and 2 blocks....then again...
what can u do to an RS2 i wonder.
Ian
no complaints?
I will call Dialynx if i need parts-thats a useful future reference. Thanks again.
anything else?
M.
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23 August 2000, 09:14 AM
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I am sure Aelred and Keith have something they are working on for the RS4 last time I was there they were working on a 550bhp Audi TT yes 550BHP.
Expect a 600 BHP conversion for the RS4
If only ehh
Saj
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Expect a 600 BHP conversion for the RS4
If only ehh
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The new RS4 is fantastic. Went to Silverstone for the 50th anniversary of F1, stayed to the very end till there wasnt a soul in sight. Walked down the pit lane and a dozen RS4s were there. These cars were standard road cars, 2.6 V6 twin turbo 400bhp. Got taken round,the handling at 100+ was incredible!
Not bad for an estate, i want one now
Not bad for an estate, i want one now
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The new RS4 is fantastic. Went to Silverstone for the 50th anniversary of F1, stayed to the very end till there wasnt a soul in sight. Walked down the pit lane and a dozen RS4s were there. These cars were standard road cars, 2.6 V6 twin turbo 400bhp. Got taken round,the handling at 100+ was incredible!
Not bad for an estate, i want one now
Not bad for an estate, i want one now
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