Find of the Day: This RS2-Powered Ur-Quattro Is Every Audi Fan’s Dream Build

Every Audi RS model sold today owes its existence to one car: the Ur-quattro. Introduced to American buyers for the 1983 model year, the turbocharged, all-wheel-drive coupe changed performance car history forever and helped establish Audi as a force in both rallying and road car engineering. Now, one particularly wild example is heading to auction via Cars & Bids and it may be one of the most heavily modified Ur-quattros you’ll ever see.

At first glance, the car looks like a Group B refugee thanks to its aggressive Sport quattro-inspired stance. That’s because it wears a rare 2Bennett Audimotive carbon-fiber widebody kit that was only offered as an in-house installation. Combined with custom Forgeline wheels and a lowered suspension, the result is a quattro that looks ready to attack a hill climb stage at a moment’s notice.

Impressive Modifications

The modifications go far beyond appearances. Under the hood sits an Audi RS2-spec “ADU” crate motor. For Audi enthusiasts, that’s a magical combination of words. The RS2, developed with assistance from Porsche, is one of the most revered fast Audis ever built. Its turbocharged 2.2-liter five-cylinder engine became legendary for its durability, tuning potential, and unmistakable soundtrack.

In stock form, the engine produces 311 horsepower and 302 lb-ft of torque, figures that were supercar territory in the mid-1990s. Power is sent to all four wheels through an RS2 six-speed manual transmission conversion, replacing the original gearbox and giving the car a more modern driving experience.

Supporting upgrades include a large 2Bennett intercooler, high-capacity radiator, custom intake system, stainless steel turbo-back exhaust, upgraded suspension components, and a big brake kit with switchable ABS.

The interior has also been transformed from grand touring coupe into track weapon. A custom eight-point roll cage with side-impact ladder bars dominates the cabin, while Recaro racing bucket seats and harnesses keep occupants firmly planted during spirited driving.

Ownership History

Despite its competition-focused build, this quattro has remained with the same owner since 1995. According to the seller, the owner added approximately 61,000 miles during that time. The car was repainted in its factory Alpine White color in 2016 and comes with service records, build sheets, and three keys.

Purists may prefer a completely original quattro, but this isn’t a car for purists. It’s a love letter to Audi performance history, blending the brand’s rally-bred icon with one of its greatest engines. If Audi had built a factory restomod division, it might have created something very similar to this. Bidding ends Monday, June 8.

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