j_jza80 Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 I've just sorted the sale out today, collecting during the next week I've bought myself a 1996 Audi S2 coupe For those who aren't aware of these cars, they're rather special and very rare. They're a 2.2 litre, turbocharged I5 engine (similar to the Audi Quattro but more advanced) with a 6 speed 4wd transmission. Mine is one of the last being a 1996, and is considered low mileage at 130k miles (very few have under 150k) Plenty of scope for tuning, will take well over 400hp on stock internals. Mine is currently running circa 280hp (a nice step up from my NA Supra ) and some rather nice Porsche front brakes. It's a bit of a project, as the interiors going to need a very thorough clean and there's a few very minor points on the bodywork that need sorting. The audio system also looks a bit of a mess, but nothing I can't sort easily Pics to follow in the next few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Very nice choice Is it blue lol. They are rare, havent seen one in a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 23, 2011 Author Share Posted July 23, 2011 Very nice choice Is it blue lol. They are rare, havent seen one in a long time. Good guess on the colour, am I missing something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Classic Audi..!! I am really becoming obsessed with Audis. I like the TT RS and I am keeping my eye out for an RS4. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 23, 2011 Author Share Posted July 23, 2011 This looks very much like the one I've gone for: Mine has cream leather though, and some OZ wheels (that aren't in great shape, not sure weather to refurb 'em or get some BBS wheels straight on?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 23, 2011 Author Share Posted July 23, 2011 Classic Audi..!! I am really becoming obsessed with Audis. I like the TT RS and I am keeping my eye out for an RS4. H. I like the TT RS a lot, that and the RS3 much of the Audi range is very dull though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Good guess on the colour, am I missing something? Its like Subaru's theyre all blue Great sounding engine, I used to have a 2.2, 5 cylinder coupe many years ago, loved the noise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 24, 2011 Author Share Posted July 24, 2011 Its like Subaru's theyre all blue Great sounding engine, I used to have a 2.2, 5 cylinder coupe many years ago, loved the noise. I've found dark green to be the common colour. They do sound fantastic, like a muted Gallardo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I like the TT RS a lot, that and the RS3 much of the Audi range is very dull though True. Since me and missus have the two S-lines I have been looking at the quality of certain cars. The quality of the Supra is so difficult to surpass I have found the Audis a worthy competitor. I reeally fancy an RS4 but reading the Audi forums they seem prone to suspension problems which is one of very few known faults. A lot of these cars are getting up to decent mileages so faults are bound to show up at some point. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Lovely car mate. Have looked at these myself in the past and quite fancied an S2 Avant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 29, 2011 Author Share Posted July 29, 2011 Picking this up tomorrow afternoon Cue some very fun backroad driving tomorrow I've just received £70 worth of product from Furniture Clinic to get the interior looking immaculate. Can't wait to get cracking on with this now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staples230uk Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 I'd completely forgotten about these! Lovely looking car, and congrats on the purchase. Enjoy your drive home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 30, 2011 Author Share Posted July 30, 2011 I'd completely forgotten about these! Lovely looking car, and congrats on the purchase. Enjoy your drive home The drive home is only 5 mins! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staples230uk Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 I'm sure you could find some sort of diversion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 Looks like a cool car, congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 Good choice, ive always liked the S2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted July 31, 2011 Author Share Posted July 31, 2011 As promised I'll get some better pics when it's been tidied up a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 That looks great! How have I missed this thread? The wheels do look good (for now ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 That is lovely, nice purchase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Looks very nice! I'd swap them wheels out rather than refurb them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted August 1, 2011 Author Share Posted August 1, 2011 Looks very nice! I'd swap them wheels out rather than refurb them I 100% agree. They're OZ wheels (Vela?) and were probably stylish 10 years ago. They've seen better days now though and don't suit the car. Some BBS LMs would look fantastic, though sadly well above budget. I think I'm going to go for some 17" Audi S4 'avus' wheels: My S2 needs quite a specific, and unusual, wheel size: 17" 5x112, 7.5j et 30-45. I can't go smaller than 17" due to my Porsche brembos, and don't want to go bigger for ride and grip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted August 1, 2011 Author Share Posted August 1, 2011 I got started on her today The interior was quite grubby, so I ripped it all out It was quite a daunting job at first, as I couldn't find any information on how to do it. After a bit of poking around, I realised you only need to remove one nut&bolt to remove each seat! One very dirty carpet! A big pile of redundant stereo/amp wiring. This was only part of what I ripped out! the battery is slowly loosing charge apparently, hopefully this will cure it I refitted the drivers seat so can use the car I've spent a good few hours cleaning the carpet today, and started on the leather restoration. I'll get some pics of it up when it's done. Removing the interior has also allowed me to inspect the inside of the shell. For a car that's been on British roads for 15 years, I can't believe how solid it is. There's 4 extremely minor prices of surface rust on the whole car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KamaSupra Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Gorgeous looking motor you've got yourself there You've only had it 5 mins and your ripping it apart Keep on with the pics!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Can't wait to see the finished article..!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted August 2, 2011 Author Share Posted August 2, 2011 Just been to inspect the carpet, and there's still a few stains I've hit it with the steam cleaner, various carpet cleaners (foaming and non foaming) and various grade brushes. I could put it back, and it does look much better, but it will always pester me. I think I'm going to dye it black the leathers starting to come up well, though I think I'm going to order one of furniture clinics re-colouring kits and really go to town on it. I want one of the best S2s out there, sod the expense! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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