About a month ago I purchased a 2001 2.8 Quattro MT. I knew a friend of mine had one for sale and knew it was a great price for the car so I grabbed it up. I hadn't realized it was so tough to upgrade the 2.8. Now I'm not sure if I should keep the 2.8 or sell it and find a 1.8T. Car came with Upgraded brakes/kn intake/short shifter/hid's and 109k. I see there is no point in getting a tune for the 2.8, it just doesn't make sense to spend so much money for dismal HP gains. What would you do?

 

If you want a 1.8t, buy one. Its the only way.

 

I should have been more clear, sorry about that. I want more power really. I'm just not sure how to get it with the 2.8. Getting it tuned seems pointless. I would imagine exhaust will get me some power just not to sure how much. Not sure if injectors would help my cause out. Was hoping a 2.8 owner would be able to give me some input to help me with my decision.

 

If you want to add power buy a 1.8t, just not enough gains to be had for the 2.8. A super charger just isn't worth what you spend for it. They barely add enough power to equal a stock S4.

 

Thanks for the input McGovs. My search begins now.

 

Yup the 2.8 ya get what ya get. Looks like the PO did about what ya can as far as upgrades go.

 

Do it! If you're a gearhead then the 1.8T is definitely the way to go. If you're a masochist you'll get a 2.7T.

 

I've already decided to go 1.8T. I asked my buddy about his views on getting a 2.7T S4 being he owns one. After his input I decided to go 1.8T. Its just tough to find exactly what I want in my area right now. Looking for a Black on Black Quattro w/ MT with under 100K for exactly what the car is worth. I'll remain patient until I find what I want, this way I'll have no regrets later on.