Greg's 2000 S4 - For Sale!!

This little rocket replaced the 1991 200q (which I still miss...)

This is one FINE little car. It's a lot smaller than the 200 (the back seat is not really usable for two adults for very long) but it SCOOTS. TONS of torque and a 6-speed transmission which it doesn't really need. I smile whenever I drive this car. It's pretty much a stock 2000 S4 except for some items listed below. And you now what? This car doesn't need to be modified. It's "Done Right" from the factory. Sure a lot of guys want more (can you ever have "enough" horsepower?) but I like it the way it is. Highly recommended, two thumbs up.

I am the original owner having obtained it on lease in May of 2000, then I purchased it off-lease in the summer of 2003.

Factory Delivered Specs:

• VIN: WAUDD68D3YA170226  (If you do a CarFax on it, I'd love to see a copy, just out of curiosity...)
• Nogaro Blue
• Silver leather interior
• Sunroof
• Comfort and Convenience Package
• Cold Weather Package
• Bose Option
• Never been wrecked
• 141,000 miles as of 08/2011

• Factory rear decklid spoiler, painted to match
• APR ECU with stock, 93 octane, and 100 octane programs and security lockout
• APR bi-pipes and diverter valves
• Height-adjustable Bilstein Sport Shocks, slotted for height adjustability with an "adult" lowering on them (lower is available). Very streetable.
• Neuspeed 22m rear adjustable swaybar (set full stiff. Can't get this 22mm one any more; they said it was "too aggressive" for most drivers)
• K&N air filter
• UUC Motorwerks short shift kit (currently set at 40%)
• Euro RS4 suede shift knob (still have the stock one)
• Blitzsafe adapter for DVD/MP3 Player to interface with factory stereo system
• Stratmosphere S4 Logo floor mats (before they had to stop using the S4 logo)
• Weather Tech winter floor mats
• Motorola E815 cellphone car kit integrated with radio system

Comes with:

• BBC RC307 wheels with Bridgestone RE050A tires (wheel caps missing, got stolen)
• Dunlop Winter Sport M2 tires on factory Avus wheels
• BRAND NEW IN BOXES complete APR exhaust, turbos back (~$2500 retail). I bought the parts new but just never got the motivation to tackle the job.
• Box of used front suspension arms. I replaced all of them at ~100k miles and kept the good ones
• Factory rear swaybar and shifter, and shifter knob.
• Hats and mounting brackets to install BIRA System 6 brakes (Porsche 996 turbo calipers over 993 GT2 rotors.) You must join BIRA to get these; contact me for details.

Current Condition:

• Adult non-smoker, owned and driven.
• No damage history at all.
• Exterior is super. Minor road chips on leading edge of hood. Paint is waxed but could use some compounding.
• Interior is also great shape. No damage and in very good shape.

Repairs/Maintenance to date (as of 08/2011, ~141K miles):

• Meticulous maintenance. Oil and filter changes, etc, usually at half the standard rate (Mobil 1 synthetic every 3-4k miles)
• Last Mobil 1 oil change 06/2011, 140,033 miles.
• New timing belt, tensioners, water pump, thermostat, and acc belt at 74,725 miles
• New battery at ~80k.
• Airbag ECU replaced 05/2009 (airbag light was on)
• PCV "octopus" replaced ~102k miles.
• ModuleMaster-rebuilt ABS controller, 01/2008
• Front susp links and wheel bearings replaced 11/2008, 117,743 miles.
• Reman rear calipers and new rotors/pads, 12/2010
• Replaced rear wheel bearings, 05/2011

Opportunities:

• Paint needs compounding. There's some light water spots that need to be polished out.
• Time for front suspension links again; I think there's a worn out link on the left front corner. It just started happening a couple weeks ago, I've not yet put it on the lift to check it out. Symptoms are a slight rattle from the front end and  I'm getting a slight toe-out/camber change going over bumps. I've got a box of good used links from when I replaced them all before, one might fix it. If not, ECS Tuning offers a complete kit of links for $400.
• T-belt is due, and I'd suggest doing the water pump and thermostat while you're in there. Hell, I'd buy the whole kit and kaboodle and do it all. It's not a tough job, I did it myself at 75k; if you're in the area I'd even be glad to help you do it at my house.
• Right rear Bose speaker needs replacing.

Why Sell?

I decided to lease a new VW GTI. The S4 is running great and is not giving any indication of trouble, and I'd not hesitate to take it across the country if needed; I just had the "I wannas" for a new car.

How Much?

KBB show this car in excellent condition with a retail value of about $6,800. There are some immediate "opportunities" listed above that will add to initial costs (and I'm willing to help out with the installation if you buy the parts). On the other hand, the car comes with a complete set of BBS wheels with summer tires and the original Avus wheels with winter tires, and don't forget that new in boxes APR exhaust.

Given all this, the asking price for the car is $7500, or $8500 if you feel the need to negotiate. If someone wants to buy the exhaust separately, I'll lower the price of the car appropriately.

I'd Like To See It!

Car is located in Middletown CT and can be made available for review and test drives most weekends. Contact Greg Amy (grega03*at*pobox.com) to arrange it.

Photos from 12/30/07

Photos from 08/2010