2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
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RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
ORIGINAL: cary12
I didn't think Audi offered the suspension for the 4.2?
I didn't think Audi offered the suspension for the 4.2?
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Joined: Aug 2004
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From: near Boston, MA
RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
There are a few suspension options for the 4.2, but none of them are factory (other than upgrading to the OEM sport package components if you are non-sport). Your options include:
Sport lowering springs (Eibach, H&R, etc.)
Sport shocks (Eeibach, Bilstein, etc.)
or
Coilovers (H&R, Bilstein, K&W, STaSIS, etc)
I have the OEM sport suspension now, and I lvoe it. Eventually, if something needs to be replaced, I'll go all out and get the Bilstein PSS9 coilovers. They are not only height adjustable, but dampening (soft to stiff) adjustable as well. Cost is about $2k for the parts alone.
I had H&R coilovers on my 2.7T (the same componentts that would be used for the 4.2) and they are fine, but they were a bit more stiff than my stock sport suspension.
Sport lowering springs (Eibach, H&R, etc.)
Sport shocks (Eeibach, Bilstein, etc.)
or
Coilovers (H&R, Bilstein, K&W, STaSIS, etc)
I have the OEM sport suspension now, and I lvoe it. Eventually, if something needs to be replaced, I'll go all out and get the Bilstein PSS9 coilovers. They are not only height adjustable, but dampening (soft to stiff) adjustable as well. Cost is about $2k for the parts alone.
I had H&R coilovers on my 2.7T (the same componentts that would be used for the 4.2) and they are fine, but they were a bit more stiff than my stock sport suspension.
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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 wide 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 wide 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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From: near Boston, MA
RE: 2001 A6 4.2 Sport Questions
ORIGINAL: Ice Train
Boston Driver, what are the differences between your OEM spoiler and the one they offer on the Audi site?
Boston Driver, what are the differences between your OEM spoiler and the one they offer on the Audi site?
Here are a few more pictures of the OEM spoiler:
A couple closeups of how tight the fit is, and how it lines up with the rear tail lights:
A few "beauty shots"
But to get these results, you have to drill the trunk (to get the OEM fit).
If you want to avoid drilling holes, you could go replica and use tape, but it leaves a bit of a gap between the trunk and the bottom edge of the spoiler.