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1985 Audi ur-Quattro Turbo Coupe (WR)

Running and driving, UK-supplied, Quattro Turbo project. Parked for years, its restoration has stalled and this now presents an interesting opportunity.

ESTIMATE: £15,000 - £20,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN

BODY COLOUR
Tornado Red
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
C555 BYL

SUMMARY

Running and driving, UK-supplied, Quattro Turbo project. Parked for years, its restoration has stalled and this now presents an interesting opportunity.

DESCRIPTION

Introduced in 1980, the Quattro was based on the outwardly similar Coupé's bodyshell but used a different floor-pan to accommodate its 4WD transmission and independent rear suspension
Powered by a 2,144cc, five-cylinder, 10-valve, SOHC with a turbocharger and intercooler generating 197bhp
This UK-supplied, Tornado Red example is understood to have been parked against a hedge for many years, hence the extreme difference between the condition of the offside and the nearside
Purchased from a deceased estate, it has now become a stalled project. Our vendor, having carried out much work on the mechanical side, is unable to complete the body restoration
Running and driving and the underside appears surprisingly solid
We invite interested parties to carefully inspect the car to establish for themselves just how much work will be required to return this classic Audi to the road

SPECIFICATION

Make: AUDI
Model: QUATTRO
Variant: Turbo
Registration Number: C555 BYL
Chassis Number: WAUZZZ85ZGA900116
Engine Number: WR006691
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Tornado Red

GALLERY

SPECIALIST

Gary Dunne
Car Specialist
07740 946796
gary@iconicauctioneers.com

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SCORE:

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Retro fitted sunroof has caused issues but the vendor has a relacement roof panel that can be colected by the winning bidder if required

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V5 ONLY

About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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