1988 Audi Quattro UR MB

Lot Number: 821

1988 Audi Quattro UR MB

Sitting between the original WR and later 20-valve RR, the MB is the rarest variant. This example is fresh from an extensive recommission after 15 years in storage.

  • Sold for: £28,125

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 9th November, 2025 at 10.30am local time at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Alpine White

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    E511 KCK

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    140000 Miles

SUMMARY

Sitting between the original WR and later 20-valve RR, the MB is the rarest variant. This example is fresh from an extensive recommission after 15 years in storage.

DESCRIPTION

  • First introduced in 1980, the Audi Quattro redefined the all-wheel drive performance car sector, with the later MB-engined versions from 1988 featuring the sought after digital dashboard and Torsen differential for improved traction and balance
  • Registered in 1988, this UK-supplied MB-engined model was purchased by its current owner as a project and has now been recommissioned after 15 years in dry storage
  • Finished in Alpine White with black leather upholstery, fitted with electric windows and mirrors, factory sunroof, power steering, ABS, differential control, front fog lights, headlamp washers and rear spoiler
  • The 2.2-litre, 10-valve, five-cylinder turbocharged engine delivers around 240bhp via a 5-speed manual gearbox to the Quattro permanent all-wheel drive system, incorporating a Torsen centre differential to enhance its renowned handling and stability
  • The recommissioning included underfloor welding, some paint work, brake lines, fuel lines with new fuel pump filters etc., front brakes rebuilt, fuel metering head sent off and set up, cylinder head off and skimmed with new valve guides and seats
  • The history file includes the stamped service book up until 80,000 miles and the current MOT valid until September 2026
  • An increasingly sought after modern classic, combining rally-bred engineering, period styling and subtle performance enhancements, ready to use or take to the next level

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
821
Make
AUDI
Model
QUATTRO
Variant
MB
Registration Number
E511 KCK
MOT Expiry
23/09/2026
Chassis Number
WAUZZZ85ZJA900145
Engine Number
MB001070
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Alpine White

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

96 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Some welding and paint work has been dont during recommissioning

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Drivers seat does have wear

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Fuel metering head sent off and set up, head has been off had new valve guides seals and has been skimmed

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

New brake lines, fuel lines with new fuel pump filters etc, front brakes rebuilt

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Vehicle History

Remarks

Stamped service book up to 80,000 miles, dry barn stored for 15 years, all MOT's prior to this was looked at as KM's though submitted/recorded in miles. Vendor has recommissioned the vehicle since recommissioning and had a fresh MOT which is correcly recorded as miles. Some invoices for recommissioning work, Welding was just my time, the cylinder head has no invoice though I have photos to prove


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 10th November. 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 noon on 10th November, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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