I just called the dealership and told him I'm coming down tomorrow to pick up the 01 4.2 A6 they are selling(I'm really excited). I can't find any parts for it. Basically I'm just looking for an exhaust and intake. I'm guessing that the intake consists of just a drop in filter? If anyone knows of a site that I can get parts for the car I would really appreciate it. Thanks in advance guys/gals

PS I don't want alot of power I just want to free up the breathing on the car.

 

If you do not want a lot of power you are buying the wrong car! BENG

 

300 hp is not alot of power these days. Most performace saloons are hitting 450 - 500 hp nowadays.

To answer the question, not much can be done. Make sure you don't over oil your dropin or cone filter, it will mess up your MAF sensor.

 

i have been checking craigslist alot lately for audi parts. (craigslist is like ebay only no posting fee) there are all sorts of stuff for sale around the minneapolis area. good luck on your purchase. i hear the v8 sounds really nice stock but let us know how a new one makes it sound. as for the filter that topic was just beat to death. not sure what would be good for the v8?

 

I am a professional welder so I'm thinking of tigging an intake for the car. If I do I'll make a couple for other 4.2 owners. I will take pics and let you guys know. I'm really excited. Beng By alot of power i mean anything over 400. Ive had a few cars with over 400 so right around 300 is good for me..thanks for the help guys

 

I have been toying with the idea of improving the intake myself and would be very interested in what you come up with. Seems like the scoop could be enlarged behind the grill.
BENG

 

I pick up the car on Saturday so when I get it I'll start looking at the intake and what i can do for it. Beng what are you doing for an exhaust? Also how does it sound?

 

My exhaust is stock and pretty quiet, I like it that way, don't feel the need to announce my presence. I'm sure there are others that can tell you about their custom 4.2 exhaust.
BENG

 

I too have a 2001 4.2. I like the car a lot and would love to see what you come up with for the intake. send me pics if you can.

 

I will...Give me about a week for a design and a week for the fabrication. I'll post the design when its done... Ming do you have an exhaust