Cameron

Is there anyone with a bed scanner that will recognize nonstandard paper sizes (mine only does 8.5x11 and the fold-outs and things would be neat to include) who wants to scan it? It would be a great thing to have in the AudiWorld TT Model Guide.

It's dated September 1995 and lists the original TT Coupe characteristics. The pictures are all of the concept models, with no "centering ring" on the air vent aluminum, no "headlight dial", off-center TT emblem on aluminum stereo cover, analog dash clock, woven leather seats, downward tailpipes, "foot" side mirrors, no three-quarter window, etc. The final page reads:

Audi AG, 85045 Ingolstadt
09/95-533/1301.06.00

The bag it came in is marked "This press booklet is the primary component of the TT U.S. Press Kit. Information provided courtesy of Audi AG and Audi of America. Printed in Germany."

The most interesting thing is the spec sheet, which I will copy below as best I can. It is listed in both English and German... here's the English:

Audi TT Technical Details
As of September 1995

Engine
Type: 1.8 Liter 4-cylinder Inline, 5 valves per cylinder, turbocharged
Max. output: 110kW (150bhp) @5700rpm (based on 80/1269/EEC)
Max. torque: 210Nm @1750-4600rpm (based on 80/1269/EEC)

Powertrain
Type: transverse mounted front engine, permanent four-wheel drive
Transmission: five-speed manual

Suspension
Front: MacPherson-strut suspension, lower triple A-arms, anti-roll bar
Rear: double-A-arms with subframe mount, anti-roll bar
Wheels/Tires: 7Jx17 / 225/45R17

Performance
Top speed: 225km/h (140 mph)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62mph): 8,0 seconds

Weight
Curb weight: 1220kg (2694lb)

Body/Measurements
Type: fully galvanized, unibody construction; aluminum doors, quarter panels, and hood
Number of doors/seats: 3/2 with two rear jump seats
Length: 4025mm (158 in)
Width without mirrors: 1750mm (69 in)
Height without antenna: 1330mm (52 in)
Wheelbase: 2428mm (96 in)
Track front/rear: 1519mm/1499mm (60 in / 59 in)

Just thought you guys might be interested... if anyone has a scanner that can do up to 8.5"x20", I'll be happy to mail you the booklet so it can be scanned and put in the AudiWorld Model Guide.

Thanks,

Cameron
2001 TT 225 Coupe, Fly Yellow / Carbon

NexxTT

So did you miss an opportunity to drive? Or did you take the TT?

Cameron

Amazing weight number claimed in the Press Booklet, would put it into Elise Comp Coupe range...

NexxTT

was the prize pricey or reasonable?

Cameron

... winning bid at $35.00, which I suppose could seem like a high price (given that presumably dozens of members of the media got them at no cost), but since it was still a sealed booklet and contained pictures of the concept car not shown in mainstream press, I figured it was worth it.

Honestly, I would have paid $35 for just the original car's stat sheet, so the booklet is gravy.

Cameron

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