2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
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From: near Boston, MA
RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
ORIGINAL: Jorgen
Boston Driver,
When I find a good A6 4.2 Sport in my area to buy, I will definitely check out the suspension system that you mentioned. Do you have a link with more info?
Boston Driver,
When I find a good A6 4.2 Sport in my area to buy, I will definitely check out the suspension system that you mentioned. Do you have a link with more info?
FYI - we are having an Audi meet (a/k/a GTG a/k/a get together) on August 8th in Waltham. Should be a good time, and a good chance to check out a LOT of the local Audis. Here is a link to the GTG info:
http://forums.audiworld.com/newengland/msgs/38091.phtml
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RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
Hey Bostondriver,
Thanks for the invite but I will be out of town that week. BTW, I checked out your ride on another post--very nice!!! I love the OEM RS6 wheels [18x8.5 ET30]. Did you need spacers for them or did they just fit right on?
Thanks for the invite but I will be out of town that week. BTW, I checked out your ride on another post--very nice!!! I love the OEM RS6 wheels [18x8.5 ET30]. Did you need spacers for them or did they just fit right on?
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Joined: Aug 2004
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From: near Boston, MA
RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
The wheels are OEM RS6 with ET 30 offset, and fit on the 4.2 without spacers. I love them. There is a guy in the MD area selling a set (wheels only) a few minor curb marks on two of them, for about $1k. If you want, shoot me a PM and I'll hook you guys up!
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Thanks for arranging a hook up on the wheels but I need to find the car I want first. But as soon as I get one, I will let you know. By the way, what are the benefits of the RS6 wheel well inserts? Better cooling?????
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Don't know the cost (I'm guessing 1-1.5 grand), but the differences between RS6 & sport seats is pretty minimal. The RS6 seats have contrasting piping and an embossed logo. One other difference is that the rear RS6 seats are bench seats (like the sport seats on the narrow body 2.8/3.0/2.7T). The sport seats in the 4.2 are contoured -- makes it a challenge for those putting child seats in there, but I like 'em. Other than that, they are the same as sport seats. I don't think the S6 has special seats other than the sport seats.
You will ocassionally see two variants on the "rule" I stated above: Alcantara (suede) inserts for the middle sections of the seat and Recaros. Pretty much a "got them off eBay Germany and had them shipped" sort of thing.
Check on eBay for them. They come up for sale periodically, but they are tough to find. Really tough. For every set out there, there are probably about 5 Audi enthusiasts looking for them. You can try www.shokan.com (online used Audi parts dealer), but I doubt they have 'em for very long. Good luck in your search for the "Holy Grail" of A6 mods.
You will ocassionally see two variants on the "rule" I stated above: Alcantara (suede) inserts for the middle sections of the seat and Recaros. Pretty much a "got them off eBay Germany and had them shipped" sort of thing.
Check on eBay for them. They come up for sale periodically, but they are tough to find. Really tough. For every set out there, there are probably about 5 Audi enthusiasts looking for them. You can try www.shokan.com (online used Audi parts dealer), but I doubt they have 'em for very long. Good luck in your search for the "Holy Grail" of A6 mods.
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RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
ORIGINAL: JLaws
I sold my LS430 and outright bought my 2000 A6 4.2. I have to say the Audi has so much more character than the LS430, even though the Lexus is a better car. Can't beat German styling. The extra a and just purchaswide V8 version is intimidating has a classy timeless look. I have a silver A6 with the limited edition Blue/Vanilla interior combo. That combo is simply stunning in person and gets compliments all the time.
As stated in the previous post. You can find the chrome mirrors and alot of stuff on ebay. Make sure you don't buy the cheap chrome stick on mirrors caps for around $30. You can get the chrome housing for about $120. The install was fairly easy.
Now for the exhaust upgrade. I HIGHLY recommend just having the big heavy restrictive resonator cut out and replaced with straight pipes leaving the stock muffer and cat alone. I had it done for $150 at a muffler shop.
I absolutely love the sound. Quiet at cruising speeds but when you get on it or rev it, there is a lovely refine V8 sound. It's so addicting that I turn my radio down to hear it!! It definately attracts attention. When people look it, it takes a second to register in their brain that a mid size Audi has such a powerful sound!! I love scaring the little imports away
Initially I felt a little difference in power. I guess after the computer adjusted to the resonator delete and me resetting the computer a few days after, I definately noticed a gain in power. It almost feels like 20+ more horses. Better throttle response and the oil temp seems to be down 25 degrees. I added a K&N air filter and it got alittle louder and maybe a few more horses freed up
I'd go with the 4.2. The V8 version seems to be rare in my area. I've only seen one other one but that was about 4 months ago. I see alot of 2.7tt, 3.0 and lowly 2.8s.
Most fun car I have owned.
I sold my LS430 and outright bought my 2000 A6 4.2. I have to say the Audi has so much more character than the LS430, even though the Lexus is a better car. Can't beat German styling. The extra a and just purchaswide V8 version is intimidating has a classy timeless look. I have a silver A6 with the limited edition Blue/Vanilla interior combo. That combo is simply stunning in person and gets compliments all the time.
As stated in the previous post. You can find the chrome mirrors and alot of stuff on ebay. Make sure you don't buy the cheap chrome stick on mirrors caps for around $30. You can get the chrome housing for about $120. The install was fairly easy.
Now for the exhaust upgrade. I HIGHLY recommend just having the big heavy restrictive resonator cut out and replaced with straight pipes leaving the stock muffer and cat alone. I had it done for $150 at a muffler shop.
I absolutely love the sound. Quiet at cruising speeds but when you get on it or rev it, there is a lovely refine V8 sound. It's so addicting that I turn my radio down to hear it!! It definately attracts attention. When people look it, it takes a second to register in their brain that a mid size Audi has such a powerful sound!! I love scaring the little imports away
Initially I felt a little difference in power. I guess after the computer adjusted to the resonator delete and me resetting the computer a few days after, I definately noticed a gain in power. It almost feels like 20+ more horses. Better throttle response and the oil temp seems to be down 25 degrees. I added a K&N air filter and it got alittle louder and maybe a few more horses freed up
I'd go with the 4.2. The V8 version seems to be rare in my area. I've only seen one other one but that was about 4 months ago. I see alot of 2.7tt, 3.0 and lowly 2.8s.
Most fun car I have owned.
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RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
ORIGINAL: Boston Driver
There is a LOT of info about the H-sports out there. If you are local to Boston, perhaps we can hook up and you can feel the setup I have in my car. Shoot me an e-mail bostondriver@gmail.com.
FYI - we are having an Audi meet (a/k/a GTG a/k/a get together) on August 8th in Waltham. Should be a good time, and a good chance to check out a LOT of the local Audis. Here is a link to the GTG info:
http://forums.audiworld.com/newengland/msgs/38091.phtml
ORIGINAL: Jorgen
Boston Driver,
When I find a good A6 4.2 Sport in my area to buy, I will definitely check out the suspension system that you mentioned. Do you have a link with more info?
Boston Driver,
When I find a good A6 4.2 Sport in my area to buy, I will definitely check out the suspension system that you mentioned. Do you have a link with more info?
FYI - we are having an Audi meet (a/k/a GTG a/k/a get together) on August 8th in Waltham. Should be a good time, and a good chance to check out a LOT of the local Audis. Here is a link to the GTG info:
http://forums.audiworld.com/newengland/msgs/38091.phtml
What about the suspension system they offer on the Audi website, is it worth the money?