Resources

Need Assistance with your Classic Audi? Reach out to me on Instagram @t44brian. No Instagram? Send a message via email, t44brian@gmail.com.

Please note that I only provide resources and assistance for Audi vehicles model years 1970-1991, and limited assistance for model years 1992-1995.

Audi Tradition (which is Audi’s own Heritage resource in Germany) does NOT ship to United States addresses. Outside of a couple exceptions, dealers in the US are also unable to order through them. The best way to obtain parts from Tradition is to utilize a parts dismantler or reseller in either Canada or a country overseas that would be willing to assist you in playing middle-man for ordering parts.

UNITED STATES/CANADA PARTS SUPPLIERS AND DISMANTLERS

Recommended:

  • 034 Motorsport, CA, Performance Parts
  • 2Bennett Audimotive, CA, New/Used/Performance Parts
  • iABED Industries, Ontario, Performance Parts
  • EFI Motorsport, NH, Performance Parts

Other US Suppliers:

  • Force5 Automotive, NH NOS/Used Parts
  • Quattroholics, OR NOS/Used Parts
  • U2R Classics, NY NOS/Used Parts

REST-OF-WORLD SUPPLIERS AND DISMANTLERS

Recommended:

  • Stock Piezas VW-Audi, NOS/Used Parts (*Will Order From Tradition)
  • Classic Quattros
  • Highland Quattros, UK
  • Ultra Performance Engineering
  • Old Audi Parts DE (Timm, Germany) (*Will Order From Tradition)

Other Suppliers:

  • Autewo, Germany, NOS/Used Parts (*Will Order From Tradition)
  • Audi-Klaus

If you have part numbers, International eBay might have some great finds (Search using Part Numbers). It is worth saving these part numbers as saved searches so you can receive push notifications when new items that match are listed. Please note that not all sellers ship internationally, so if you need a part from someone who doesn’t ship to the US, ask kindly first for a quote.

BUYER’S GUIDES:

You may notice new buyer’s guides charts on the collection’s pages: if you’re looking to get into a classic Audi, this is meant to be a brief overview of what to expect in comparison to other Audi models of the era. These are all nearly 30+ year old cars so just about anything can present a problem, and this guide assumes you are looking at an original or restored example that currently runs and drives. If you have specific questions about these vehicles or models not listed, please feel free to reach out.

Rating Categories 0-100 (Higher is Better):

Reliability: This estimates how often you’ll be dealing with faults in the car’s systems, from small DIY repairs to major breakdowns.

Parts Availability:  How easy it is to find maintenance parts and items specific to that model. This encompasses NOS, OEM, OE, and aftermarket parts and solutions.

Performance: Taking into account factors other than pure horsepower, this is how well the car makes use of its drivetrain and how that translates to the driver’s perceptions and long-term livability with the vehicle.

Comfort: Rates the ergonomics and design of the seats, dashboard, and overall cabin and trunk space available. 

Market Demand: Overall interest surrounding the specific model, including if values are appreciating and ease of finding a new buyer if necessary.