Audi RS2 Avant (1994 - 1995)

Last updated 21 September 2017

Buying Guide

Good

• The 2.2-litre five-cylinder is one of the most rugged engines Audi ever made.
• High mileages are not a problem for these power units.
• The for-wheel drive transmission is also, supremely tough.
• General servicing is actually reasonably priced.
• Some Porsche parts can be sourced cheaply.

Bad

• Gearbox itself is weak, and is known to break first gear on hard-used examples
• The original Dunlop tyres are almost impossible to find
• Finding parts - a usual Audi bugbear - is getting diffcult, especially for RS2-specific items

Watch

• The cambelt repacement interval is 80,000 miles - make sure it’s been done
• Make sure there are no untoward noises from the gearbox - if so, it's likely to be a first gear or selector, both expensive to sort.
• Spark plugs can rattle loose - check them regularly, and replace every 20,000 miles.
• Coil packs are also known to fail, so check for any signs of rough runnning. It's a £400-plus job to sort.
• Check the handbrake, as the cable is known to stretch and lose efficiency.
• The auxiliary water pump that comes on after the car has been running need to be checked regularly - they cool the turbo and therefore, it needs to be working. It's a relatively simple fix.
• Brake pad runner plates can lift due to corrosion where aluminium and stainless steel meet.