New Engine for '85 4000s?
08-04-2004, 06:11 AM
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New Engine for '85 4000s?
Does anyone know if it's possible to still buy a new 1.8 factory engine for my 1985 4000s? I've got 210,000 miles on my original engine and it's blowing so much smoke it's embarrassing. I love the car, but I can't get my local mechanics real interested in rebuilding it because of the time involved. So my options are a new engine, if there are any available, or the recycle yard.
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08-04-2004, 06:14 AM
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I think there was a brand new one at the Carlisle Show...anyone know the seller?
I could be wrong, but here's a pic Mike (AudiSport4000) got of it:
<img src="http://www.audi4000.com/albums/AudiSport4000sPictures/Carlisle2004_012.sized.jpg">
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<img src="http://www.audi4000.com/albums/AudiSport4000sPictures/Carlisle2004_012.sized.jpg">
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08-04-2004, 07:21 AM
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Re: New Engine for '85 4000s?
I blew an oil seal in my old one and kind of ruined it. I got a used one with 104k miles and good compression numbers for $395 shipped. I think a new engine (if you can even find one) will command some high $$$$$. Used is the most cost effective.
08-04-2004, 10:17 AM
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Not new but one has only 90K on eBay for $150.
i think 90K is really low on these engines. The auction claims its in great condition.<ul><li><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=791465487 6&category=33615">http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=791465487 6&category=33615</a</li></ul>
