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I had a 1986 5000 turbo front wheel drive. Commuted 150 miles a day through the western Maine wilderness dodging logging trucks and moose with lots of hills and curves. Replaced one transmission and couldn't keep the a/c charged. Fantastic road car. Hit a moose one morning going to work. Totaled the car but I walked away. The passenger compartment remained intact. Built like a bank vault

@inquizative44

4 ай бұрын

I had an 84 5000 S and drove it up to 135 mph, steady as she blows on cheap tires!

I was the original owner of a 1987 5000CS TQ which I owned for 12 years and 120k miles. Best vehicle I ever owned! Audi sales in the US were 75k units in 1985, and after the 60 minutes hatchet job on UI in 1986, sales dropped to 12k units a year. Audi remained faithful to the US market, but it took years for them to recover. I was the benefactor, as the MSRP on my TQ was $32k and the dealer discounted it to me for $25k. Still a lot for a car in 1987!

This was a stunning vehicle back in the day. When you closed the door it was a solid chunk of metal.

There's one being sold near me, and I plan to get one after finishing High School. It's a 1986 5000 CS Turbo Quattro and needs some love, but I'm willing to give it the time and affection it needs.

I owned a 1987 CS Quattro for many years. I loved that car a little too much. It had every advanced feature you could imagine. Fantastic when it worked but mine was plagued mostly with electrical problems. Cost me a small fortune until I finally gave up. The locking front and rear differentials were unique making it an unrivaled beast in the snow.

I bought a 1987 5000CS 18 years ago in Bozeman, MT for $1,300--best money I ever spent. I still have it, a dark blue sedan with manual. The thing is friggin' bulletproof; I don't even know how many miles are on it because the odometer is long since broken, but I'd guess about 250K at least. I still drive it as my back up car. I have a plan to take the car on a final drive--basically just head out and keep driving to see where it strands me. My One Way Sunset Road Adventure.

The power seat switches were also sourced from GM. VW/Audi did a great job undercoating their cars in the 80s. They used this yellow wax on the underbodies and in all cavities. Mine never rusted after 14 years of NJ winters. Love these cars. I had an 87 Quantum sedan with a manual. I always loved the Audi 4000 and 5000s.

@PracticalEnthusiast

Жыл бұрын

I thought the seat switches looked decidedly American. Thanks for that tidbit! Agreed on the rust proofing. Still better than a lot of cars today.

@bobd9868

7 ай бұрын

Cosmoline was the yellow coating

Nice Audi. The pearl white color is one of the prettiest colors for these classic cars. The Audis from the 80's and 90's are still very popular here in Germany and Eastern Europe. I drive three old Audis from the 90s myself. Information about my Audis, Click on the rings.

My dad had one in the 80s. I loved that car. Well let me rephrase. He has an audi 5000, automatic. In Grey. Always remember messing with my dad putting his heated seats at 10. They would get blistering hot

My best friend had one. Car is missed and beloved. If I may add this car is a nostalgia. Congrats.

Absolutely love these 80s gems.

This car is right in your wheelhouse. I am looking forward to following your progress with this classic.

Malcolm Gladwell discussed the topic of "unintended acceleration" on his Revisionist History podcast specific to the Toyota recalls in 2010 and concluded human error was to blame for the inability to brake/unintended acceleration. It's a good listen.

I bought a 1984 5000 Turbo for 10k after the 60 Minutes story. Fantastic car.

So glad to see an Audi of the generation, They were really futuristic looking when they first came out

I just bought one of these. Same color. 157k miles. Found your vids so now I have spoilers for my project.

Wow! Just when I was sad about the Taco and the Z32TT you go and do something awesome!

I had an '82 Audi 4000 all throughout college. Loved that car. It was still the boxy body style and wasn't a quattro, but I can see some elements common with this car. This is going to be a great series and I can' wait.

these cost a fortune in Europe.. especially Audi 4000 with quad headlights

Cool project! Sorry to hear about the Tacoma. That was such a nice truck

I had a '87 4000cs, '90 90, '90 200tq, and '91 200tq 20v... the struggle is real 😂

my mom's first non-american car was a 1986 Audi 5000, it was silver with a blue leather interior. it was a fun car to drive, I remember it blew her mind that the battery was under the back seat (and not in the "proper" underhood location like her Cadillacs)

Ohh dang I missed this one pop up. Excited to catch up on this project!

Excellent score! Looking forward to the refurb of this one!

Excited for this one! I had a 1987.5 Audi Coupe GT that was a truly great car.

What a trip down memory lane! I had one of these in black metallic. Also had the excellent Fuchs forged alloy wheels. I replace my steering rack twice, hydraulic pump 3 times, electric coolant pump twice, radiator once, heater core once... but overall, an excellent car! I finally sold mine with 230K miles. I had chipped mine (I burned the chip) and upgraded the waste gate spring... made 1.2 bar boost (or so, hard to remember). On the fuel pressure issues, check the fuel accumulator... holds pressure, or it should.

@dakavanagh

Жыл бұрын

oh, wheel bearings, suspension bushings were also replace by me. And I remember doing e-brake cables! Same thing happened to me, the plastic jacket cracks, water gets in, game over.

will be very interested in this video series cool car and very unique

What I wouldn’t give to go back in time and drive my 1986 Audi 5000 S I installed the rear fog, lights myself

The body/paint appears to be in unbelievable shape. I couldn't see any dents,dings, or fading. Can't wait to see her after you hit her with some shine juice and elbow grease. What's your plan for refinishing the wheels?

@PracticalEnthusiast

Жыл бұрын

The wheels are actually in great shape overall, just need a good cleaning! The camera always makes my cars look better than they are. This one certainly has its share of dings, but the paint is remarkably original and good.

You put some 19 inch BBS 2 piece mesh rims on it.....Even today it would be quite the looker!!

You're in the Kansas city area? I have an 86 Coupe GT. I'm in Wichita. Drove to new Mexico to pick it up

I have this car my garage … my first car given by my parents when I turned 18 … now I need to do a pimp my ride … A5000 South African version

I asked my 25 yod coworker has he ever heard of an Audi 5,000. He said it was an urban way of saying good bye. When I told him it was a car. He was was drunk.

Had an 86. Miss it.

DREAMCAR - love it🙂

You are having great results good quality 5000 finding parts. I have been trying to find a lower radiator hose for my '87 5000S. Getting nowhere. Could you recommend a parts supplier? I found an Audi dealer that has 5 lower hoses, but they want $75 plus shipping. This for a short U shaped hose. Any help would be very appreciated. Thanks.

I like the car...Looks like a great project! The rear spring likely came loose after a rally stage with multiple jumps. 😁

@PracticalEnthusiast

Жыл бұрын

😂 😂

Great car! But man, those bumpers in the USA. Looking forward for the progress in this project. Good luck!

@PracticalEnthusiast

Жыл бұрын

I wish I could find the euro bumpers and lights, but I doubt that will happen.

@dfkuipers

Жыл бұрын

@@PracticalEnthusiast I think we know it here as the Audi 100 C2,Audi 200 C2, and its successor, the Audi 100 C3. The 5000 was for the american market if I am right.

@PracticalEnthusiast

Жыл бұрын

@@dfkuipers yep, I think you're right! I've done some searching on eBay (searching by 200 instead of 5000) hoping to find some parts from Europe but not much has surfaced yet.

@dfkuipers

Жыл бұрын

@@PracticalEnthusiast I hope you'll find some eventually. But if not, it's not so bad. It still is a cool car!

Audi!! Yes!!!

Wow. I have an Audi 100 (EU version of 5000) with the same 10v engine! In case you need any practical advice, you are welcome to ask.

The front suspension looks toast tbh

Beautiful car. Kudo's to you for giving this beautiful car some light given the state of boring car design today. Id drive this anytime after its been serviced. Better than the modern crap the Germans peddle.

She's a screamer!

Audi 5000? In Germany is this a Audi 100 or 200. Im not save 🤔

@PracticalEnthusiast

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the 100/200 was sold in the USA as the 5000.

SOLID built car and the suspension and control arms setup front and rear are very beefy! Puts modern cars to shame. This and volvos of the time are built like tanks

First!

rich people car.

Stop the mumble rumble and drive the freaking thing like you stole it!! 😉😄

60 minutes fake news.