how long will a 200tq last?

AudiX5S2000 · 07-27-2004, 08:14 AM

im interested in buying a 1991 20v 200 TQ and im wondering about how many miles they will generally go, since i find so many but they all are above 150k. Ive heard that sometimes you can pull 300-400k out of them but will that require a lot of time and cash. What im really trying to ask is if its worth it to buy a 200tq with 150-200k miles

DBZ · 07-27-2004, 09:49 AM

The engines are "bulletproof" and the turbos seem to stay in good shape as well. Many of these cars have been in executive use and the 50k miles have probably been done on the highway and the service intervall has probably been good. But of course there are real heaps of craps lying around... Basicly, don't just look at the odo.. let your knowledge and senses guide you (geesh... "use the force luke"... almost korny, but that's the truth)

5kcstq · 07-27-2004, 10:20 AM

I bought mine with 170k on it. You should have a source of cash for maintenance anyway tho', regardless of mileage. Don't expect it to not need anything.

Scott Miller · 07-27-2004, 10:34 AM

Rear brakes have been replaced a few times, new heim joints long ago. Crank position sensor gave me fits for a while. New radio recently. Daughter learned to drive in it and will take it to college this fall.

selfproclaimedv8buff · 07-27-2004, 01:42 PM

itsav8 · 07-27-2004, 06:42 PM

I mean no offence but maybe you should buy a Chevy! A 91 200 20V is a special & rare car, & shouldn't be cared for in a frugal manner!
It is an old car though & if not bought from the original owner or at least the 2nd owner than you really don't know whats going on till you spend some time with it. So if you'r willing to look at the car & spend some time on it than it's well worth the market price. Ask questions & allways get work orders if none are available then I would run the other way.
Sometimes just saieng 200 20V will cost you more than a 10V (Know what I mean) I own 2 V8's & prices are out there.
Thanks
Ron
87 5ksq many mods 254K original owner
90 200tqa many mods 234k
90 V8 pearl 89k 02 S4 17's, Urs4 sport seats, stebro exhaust, "Big Reds"
90 V8 tornado red 147k

tightcurves · 07-28-2004, 12:06 AM

the 20valve parts are rare and i found that most parts are not interchangeable which made it more expensive to maintain. but over all i loved the car and it was worth ever penny spent.

rdeis · 07-29-2004, 07:38 AM

Likewise at 203.

07-27-2004, 09:49 AM	#2
DBZ AudiWorld Member 2010 Audi A4 Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 179	My 10v is just inches from 200k and it runs soooo smoth you'd never know the mileage The engines are "bulletproof" and the turbos seem to stay in good shape as well. Many of these cars have been in executive use and the 50k miles have probably been done on the highway and the service intervall has probably been good. But of course there are real heaps of craps lying around... Basicly, don't just look at the odo.. let your knowledge and senses guide you (geesh... "use the force luke"... almost korny, but that's the truth) __________________ _______________________________ /DBZ

07-27-2004, 10:20 AM	#3
5kcstq AudiWorld Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,473	It depends on the price and your willingness to maintain/restore it, but in general it's worth it. I bought mine with 170k on it. You should have a source of cash for maintenance anyway tho', regardless of mileage. Don't expect it to not need anything. __________________ Kenneth '06 Ridgeline '91 200q20v x 2 '90 CQ eS2 project '85 4kstq project '86 Coupe GT project '98 VFR800fi '95 90Q parts

07-27-2004, 10:34 AM	#4
Scott Miller New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 200	250k and few issues Rear brakes have been replaced a few times, new heim joints long ago. Crank position sensor gave me fits for a while. New radio recently. Daughter learned to drive in it and will take it to college this fall. __________________ '90 200qa - sold '96 A4q 2.8l auto '96 BMW 740iL '97 FZJ80 Landcruiser '06 Specialized Epic Comp Disk - daily driver Holland, MI

07-27-2004, 01:42 PM	#5
selfproclaimedv8buff AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 5,851	i bought mine at 193k miles. __________________ 1990 AUDI COUPE QUATTRO(5lug) 1995.5 AUDI S6 AVANT 1981 VW Caddy (dd duties) 1992 AUDI V8 QUATTRO SOLD

07-27-2004, 06:42 PM	#6
itsav8 AudiWorld Super User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 3,097	Re: how long will a 200tq last? I mean no offence but maybe you should buy a Chevy! A 91 200 20V is a special & rare car, & shouldn't be cared for in a frugal manner! It is an old car though & if not bought from the original owner or at least the 2nd owner than you really don't know whats going on till you spend some time with it. So if you'r willing to look at the car & spend some time on it than it's well worth the market price. Ask questions & allways get work orders if none are available then I would run the other way. Sometimes just saieng 200 20V will cost you more than a 10V (Know what I mean) I own 2 V8's & prices are out there. Thanks Ron 87 5ksq many mods 254K original owner 90 200tqa many mods 234k 90 V8 pearl 89k 02 S4 17's, Urs4 sport seats, stebro exhaust, "Big Reds" 90 V8 tornado red 147k __________________ thanx Ron 2.6l 20vt stroker motor W/O a roof 91 V8 5sp mit 4.2 aka Black Betty 91 200 20v 22psi 90 v8q 3.6 not stock...gone but not forgoten :-(

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07-28-2004, 12:06 AM	#7
tightcurves Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 643	My 20v lasted over 300,000 and you would never know by looking at it the 20valve parts are rare and i found that most parts are not interchangeable which made it more expensive to maintain. but over all i loved the car and it was worth ever penny spent. __________________ -Peter Audi's in the family 2001 A4TQMS APR stage 3+ 2007 RS4 2001 S4 stage 3 2005 A4TQM Ultrasport Previous Audi 1991 200 20v - 304K

07-29-2004, 07:38 AM	#8
rdeis Audiworld Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 50	Re: My 10v is just inches from 200k and it runs soooo smoth you'd never know the mileage Likewise at 203.

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