I Bought a Rare Audi at the Junk Auto Auction for $3,000; its Previous Owner Ruined It!
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I Bought the very rare Audi TT based off the R32 Golf at the junk auction sale. Someone drove this thing until it started falling apart in the engine bay. Hopefully we caught it quick enough and bought it cheap enough to save it and make it better than it was from the factory!
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Sam, you have over a million subscribers, buy some freaking hydraulic lifts!!! 2 post or 4 post, just get some!!!
Buy a massive expensive inflatable spray booth for one job... yes no problem.
Buy a lift to work on cars in comfort every day.... NEVER
C'mon Sam - treat yourself. "You're worth it!"
@@linseyyoung1772 LOL. Yes, Sam. You are worth it. 👌🏻
Build a new garage and get horses for the stable.
I dont think he needed the subs to afford the lifts. If he wanted he he probably would of had them
Who just saw once sam randomly and since then he is still here
What?
I clicked on one of his videos and I was stuck here 😂
I blame the pizzacar
I blame the blue jag
That's how youtube works... 😂
Any car UA-camr: I have enough patreons and views to get a 2 post lift installed, Yippee!
Samcrac: I have a million subs and 175m views, lets show people old school with Chickens & Cows !
Love it Sam. Keep it up :-)
Did you just say it looks so good don't ever use the word smart again ..
Vaginatuned garage back at it
True this. I still hate the styling of the mk1 tt. To me it looks like audi took a beetle, threw some badges on and squashed it a little bit, which is what it basically is.
It does look good though.
Aight V you want to beef with Sam like Uncle Rich 🤣 better get your game on!
@Jax Schuster failure in the Audi world? Never! This car was sold in Europe like hotcakes, and has one of Audi's most reliable engines ever. not to mention the potential of the 1.8 T engine, there are loads of performance parts at fair prices. As for the design, let's imagine these lines in 1998 when the TT came out, and let's compare it to the horrible, old-fashioned designs of the time.
Replace the belt of the wing deflector on the silver TT roadster. I had the same problem on my mk1 TT. I spend about 70 euro on a new belt, and its easy to fix
I had a TT 225 for a few years and loved it.😁 Went like stink and stuck like glue to the crappy UK back roads. Wish I still had it.
The 225 is great. very lively car and handles decently. If you had the Quattro is also much rarer than this 3.2 model
Hell of a jump into the ad... comparing a TT to a Cobra. Smdh. Love your vids, but dude, no.
Yeah and saying its better looking than an s2000 z3 boxter c5 and 350. He is outta his mind. Out of the 6, the tt is in 6th place. Butt ugly in comparison
“Hairdresser car” we used to call it in the uk, but hairdressers are super broke these days...
What's happening to the mini? Jaguar? How many more unfinished projects are there? Think you have more cars than Copart?
@@BusbyBiscuits Mx5 are hairdressers cars, went in my mates 225 Quattro it were surprisingly quick! I'd have one if my dodgy spine would let me
I appreciate you going out of your way to research the car makers history and why you chose to work on this specific model. I’ve noticed you started doing that and it feels like I am learning the value of these machines along with the mechanics of them too. Thanks
Unfortunately most of the info regarding this TT and the history of them is wrong. like really wrong. He even gets the name and model of the car wrong. Amongst other things about them ... sadly
That rear wind deflector is a $35 and 2 hour fix. Easy as hell. You just need a new belt and some rivets/riveter
You think that has no power, try driving my 65hp MGB LOL!!
Or my MG-F .........
Who cares how many horses it doesn't have. They are so much fun to drive! Lol
exactly... and that's why I put a V8 in my MGB!
@@Chris-wp3ew same!
I'll split the difference on the 4 cylinder and 8 cylinder MGs. I have a 1969 MGC roadster with the 3 litre 6 cylinder. 48 year owner!
Don't forget Sam the Shelby Cobra is in fact the AC Ace, a BRITISH designed sports car with a small block Ford V8. Carroll Shelby actually approached AC cars (of Surrey, England) in 1961 aiming to build a car that would compete with the Corvette! Thus the Cobra was born.... You're welcome!!!
Sam "I never finished a car build"
I always liked the Audi TT in both Coupe and Convertible versions. Unfortunately, at 6' 4" tall with some back surgeries in my past ... I don't bend normally and I cannot fit into one.
Do some Pilates and Yoga, soon you can bend like never before in your life...
"Make Audis Great Again!"
If anyone can do it, Freddy can!!!
(Teehee!!)
He's just Bidin his time Lol
@@camac360 He's been Bidin for a long time; Samcrac is quite a scholar elite.
😂😂🇺🇸🇺🇸
MAGA NATION!!!
In order to be great again they would have to hit the point in time where they are actually great and i dont see that ever happening under vw ownership
Hi Sam I've had my 225Q for over 15yrs. If you replace the springs for shorter eibachs, upgrade the ARB to thicker, and setup the alignment toe camber, she will handle like on rails. Would love to see more episodes on upgrades.
My dad used to own both a 94 Prelude Si and then a 97 Prelude SH. I thought they were the coolest cars ever. In fact, the 97 prelude took my VTEC virginity. I'll never forget. The first time in the car by myself. Got out of the neighborhood onto the country road, and let her rip. Oh it was glorious. I promptly purchased an Integra GSR. (The comment about his dad owning the TT reminded me of my experiences)
I remember back in the day, I actually enjoyed driving my dad's 04 Monte SS, more than my mom's TT... Even worse, the Monte was way more reliable and as the miles stacked up, it held up/wore a lot better in general.
Also tts are lit af. Everything about them makes me glad to have one.
Another build thats not gonna be completed.....but thats the charm with samcrac's channel....incomplete builds and irregular uploads......i love it😂😂
Super excited to watch more of this project in the future!
More to come very soon! Can't wait to drive this car.
Never gonna happen Sam does not finish builds
@@martinusstrydom8518 Wie weet dalk maak hy die een klaar.
@@Dukep6 ons kan aaltyd hoop.
The first gen TT is stunning. No question.
I love them 1st generation of tt's especially with the 3.2 six cylinder motor. Most of them came with the 1.8t , few of them have the 3.2. So it makes this one rare enough.
Just tried to search for one in my country, couldn't find any. Searched on various European countries and the cheapest I could find was 9000€
Definitely a rare one :)
@@ThernetGamer in my country , Greece, the cheapest first generation tt with the 1.8 starts from 3500 euros. The cheapest 3.2s starts from 12.000
He said vr6..? That would be a 2.8
With smaller bore? I'm confused why did he state r32 ?
nick Good No, that's the old 12v VR6.
The EA390 (this one, 3.2l VR6) which came first in the MKIV Golf R32, then in the TT and later on in the Passat, MKV R32 and the Cayenne (I think) is totally different.
Γιώργος Κρικρής Lucky you... In Argentina expect at least $15k for a "good" example.
Price difference with the VR6 isn't thaaat much.
I bought a 2001 TT Roadster with the 225 HP setup. Loved that car, drove it like crazy, put 70K miles on it from 2001 to 2003. At the time was the first person in my family to buy something that expensive new. Ended up selling it for an A4 Cabriolet because I wasn’t paying to replace the dash again. The Gas gauge in the TT went bonkers and replaced the dash, third time I found the A4 instead. Then they screwed up the order and got a CVT instead of a Q and i took it since they took a bunch off. But the CVT died repeatedly and I dumped Audi for the next ten years.
I do own an 8J TT QUATTRO S-Tronic S-line Coupe with the 2.0L I4 Petrol Engine. It's a fantastic car for city driving and even on long drives. It's fast and zippy and fits everywhere. I love this car.
2002 Audi TT ALMS: Daily driven, drives like a brand new vehicle, no cels or error codes...you have to drive them on twistis, mts, hills.
A friend of mine had the standard convertible years ago. She always insisted I drive when we went somewhere. That six speed was so much fun. Loved it especially when the turbo spooled up and kicked you in the pants. Lol
Ha ha ha ... M. A. G. A. ... Make Audi Great Again! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
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@@Mazda626gtturbo pussy ass Biden supporter lmao
the best thing about the audi tt is it is a golf ,get a 1.8t. larger turbo , tune it and a few other mods and its a fucking blast with quattro , and can help you keep it out of the ditch. The car wasnt meant to be a sportscar it was designed to be a cool looking car which it it ,if you want it to be a sportscar make it one
Great video, but that will be a no on anything Audi. My son owned two different A6s. Different years and both turned into service bay queen's. You couldn't give me an Audi let alone purchase one as a project car.
Endless money pits for a reason!
Both automatics?
@@derekparsons3363 yes.
Let me guess both had FSI or TFSI engines?
@@joeycusack626 no idea on the engines. His issues were ongoing electrical gremlins on both cars.
Love your videos man keep them up in a world full of bad news I see your video on here and it brightens my day
First Audi I ever saw was a TT in 99. My Land Surveying instructor had one for his comute. He bragged doing 200kph to turn his 1 hour drive into 1/2 hour. Maybe the style hasn't dated well but in the late 90s everyone I knew drooled over these cars,
If I might add, the whole VR6 concept is easily explained by starting to point out the sparkplugs and their positioning, at around 10:05, and that it's actually an in-line 6, cut in half, 45 degrees angle. It explains the exhaust heaven, and why it's such a balanced engine.
Worth being said, my TT has h and r sway bars lowering springs and a camber kit which drastically improved the ride. That paired with michilen super sport tires, stop tech pads and rotors, and an apr tune this car it incredible to drive. Short shifters are very cheap and you can get solid solid bushing (what I have) the shifter feel it much better. Then (of course) you need a n exhaust to hear all of the sweet 1.8t sounds. Takes some work but it’s a very good car when you out it together.
Thanks for sharing
@@Samcrac wow thanks for a response! Solid shifter cable bracket bushings is what I meant to say. Only like 20$, provides much better feel. I can’t even really remember what my car drove like stock but it was definitely numb and very easy to understeer.
4:09 That vehicle was moving! lol
Since when is a Mustang not a sports car?
ezactly
It has always been a pony car
That 3.2 V6 is something special in my opinion. Its symphony and raspyness is eargasmic. I definitely would only buy it with a manual box though, and it would only be a Golf R32 body.
4:44 - Decent, cheap to run, reliable. Value for money is hard to beat. That’s why you buy Audi.
I have always loved the styling of the Audi TT.
Dont really like the luck off the normal one but the s line isn't that bad especially at the back
@@ayaankhan3586 agreed, the normal one just looks so 200 with all the round shapes and stuff. For me its kind of a womans car for sporty ladies without wanting to offend anybody. S line looks better, but not by that much tbh. The dark grey makes it stand out tho, every tt is silver^^
In my area of the country 180 HP models TOP OUT at $2,800 for mint conditioned examples and the 225 HP models in mint condition TOP OUT at $4600. These are super good values, if you find one that hasn’t been ragged. Expect, though, every single one is going to need at a minimum of $1500 to get them up to speed for any model not in mint condition.
Now all I see is Audi TT's everywhere I go!!!
It is a TT v6 not a TT s-line. The s-line means it’s the highest trim
it is an s-line 🤦♂️
@@kgtp Unless it's different in the US. S-Line here in the UK is the trim level.
@@royceybaby that car had an S-Line badge on the side. I agree they're not called that here in the UK though.
The engine was also generally considered not worth the extra weight. It makes a nicer noise for sure but the 1.8T 225 engine can be remapped to 250bhp with no other modifications quite safely and pretty cheaply beyond that, while the normally aspirated 3.2 VR6 was basically stuck at or very close to 250bhp forever. The main star of the VR6 model was that DSG gear box - as Sam said, one of the first dual clutch automatic transmissions on the market and actually a pretty good transmission.
The VR6 was essentially just a heavier version of the car with less engine upgrade options. Better imo to buy the 225 turbo, and fit better suspension and ARBs to eliminate that body roll. Or just buy a 350Z.
I always liked the look of them. Never drove one.
I had a 2001 TT (225 version). I agree that it was boring in stock form. After spending a ton of $ on mods (engine, exhaust, brakes, suspension wheels, interior, and exterior, I could have bought a Porsche. However, with the changes made, it was an awesome car and was my daily driver for 15 years. It looked and drove better than new until I traded it in. It did have some quality issues. Water pumps failed several times, the convertible top's rear glass fell out. The gauge cluster was replaced under warranty, however, the new one quickly failed too.
The 225 TT is pretty decent especially when you hit that 80 mile per hour mark . In comparison to the S2000 it's just a 12 horse power difference but much better reliability overall and driving experience. But as it is now it's much easier to find a good TT for a fair price!
I spy something red... 👀
Ultimate Rebuilds Isn't that the same crappy 360 'Rarri spraypainted?
These cars are easy to mod but very expensive to do so. The 3.2 is a plus as it's also a very capable engine and take and handle modifications very good. People destroke that engine and make great power, especially in quattro.
Do they make a turbo or supercharger kit for these?
They do and they're extremely expensive.
Yes. Regal in the U.K. do a supercharger kit but it’s about 8k. Makes about 350 bhp.
Turbo is cheaper and can get up to 500bhp. The trouble is getting rid of the heat. These engines are good for 400bhp before you have to start on the internals.
HPA makes a 740hp kit $$$$$
I've owned a Shelby Cobra and an Audi TT. I never before thought of them as similar. Yeah? NO!
90's Audi's like the Audi Quattro!!! biff!
A high speed polishing pad and some Meguiars Ultimate Compound should make those plastic headlight covers pretty clear.
the 2nd car that I bought in 2003! black with baseball leather stitch. I think the biggest problem with these 1st gen TT as a project car is finding cheap parts....
Again.....I must applaud your transitions into a sponsor plug.
Sam says VR6:
The whole world applauds! Yaaaaaaaaas
The 3.2 v6 was to heavy for the Audi TT and hampered the handling...wasn’t even a lot quicker than the 225. If anything 225 could easily be mapped to be faster.
The best one to drive was the cheapest front wheel dive model. The lost weight of the AWD system made it handle better
this car is actually known as the TT 3.2. S-Line is just a styling and handling trimline package offered on all Audi model ranges and not the actual name of the car, similar to a 340i M package. and the 3.2 VR6 was actually offered with a 6 speed manual in the first model year although they are very rare. the 3.2 TT is essentially the continuation of the Corrado SLC from the 1990's.
I used to own a 2002 TT Les Mans edition. I think it was around 500 out of 5000 made. Great car and Kinda a mix between the two TTs compared here
Thats exactly what Audi did they put a very good looking body on a Golf chassis.
It was a styling exercise
Still a fun little car but certainly not a track star.
Quatro versions are a lot of fun in the winter here in Minnesota. Can't really say that about the other contemporary sport cars you listed.
I had a 1st gen audi tt-s and it was quite fun! The 1st gen 1.8t audi tt manuals are actually really not bad. I love the audi tt with mods, if you add an exhaust, downpipe and a tune and intake a few other goodies, you can make them scream and then for handling thats an easy fix with some cheap ecs tuning coilovers and bushings.
I had a 2000 tt turbo and loved the car! It was in perfect condition but had to sell it last year because my wife was pregnant and we had some bills to pay. I miss that car daily.
Hey Sam I just came from a MKV r32, so your audi sister car is a dead end build. Just do a intake and suspension mod and a chip and it'll be brand new again. Not to much to do after that unless you go all out. Good luck
The rear (big)spoiler and the vents on the front wings, are accessories of the 3.2 liter version of the TT.
1.8 liter "s-line" (even in the 225 hp version) doesn't come with those goodies...
Had a 225hp TT Quattro Coupe for 10 years. Stiffer chassis. The convertibles get rangy or loopy or loose over time.
you cant compare auction prices for going rates, and the market location makes a big deal aswell, maybe cheap in Florida, but in parts like the PNW, a 3.2 in Seattle, is over $15k. sam has no idea what hes talking about.
Haha Sam says... ‘I should warn you this is a value trap!’ That is Audi, BMW, MB, and Range Rover’s tag line. 👍 😝
I wasn't expecting to see superformance in a samcrac video, love mine!!!
More stylish than a 911. Ohhhh you gonna get the Porsche squad triggered! :)
I owned a 2000 1/2 Quatro 1.8t 5-speed, wingless wonder. Bought it with 80k and sold it with 270k. I loved this car. The timing belt was a nightmare. I would do it again.
Com' on Sam get yourself a unit to work on and put the cars in. You owe it to your fans and your sponsors who help you out!
Every car that you mentioned looks better than the TT.
Please do a full service video on it like you said.
Brakes. Fluids. Interior and exterior detail. This is a good enough engine.
8 ads on just a review of an old car? Crazy. I love this channel for the repairs and troubleshooting process. I kept waiting for a dive into the TT's problems in this 16 minute long video.
Fast forward to the end of the video and hit replay. No ads... You're welcome
Lol just spend the $10 a month for youtube premium, it's so worth it. Or watch on a PC and use adblock on chrome
You are utterly incorrect about the TT’s cornering. Yours must have crappy tires. Put an outstanding set of new summer tires and it will out-corner or corner as well as any other sports car. You can buy a Boxster for less than a TT.
I took a mate of mine out in my TT as he kept telling me that Audi TT's understeer (mine has Quattro factory upgraded suspension, good tires and Poly Bushes) he was totally amazed at it handling and has never mentioned it again! Boxster's of that era are Sh1t..
Samcrac my A4 also has that key but it's because sometimes the security module in them fail and the flip blade keys don't work or even lock the door or anything. My car was bought previously at a dealership and was sold with that key for $4000 to the previous owner who sold it to me for $2250 with that key.
I have one word for you..... quattro.... take your bimmer out into the snow and give everyone else a good laugh.... take your TT quattro out in the snow and give yourself a good laugh. Bold but true...
I don't know Jack shit about makes an models, i just find this guy very entertaining, an I like his knowledge an his can do attitude.
The key you have is a service key. One of three keys Volkswagen and Audi get when the car is new.
No glove box o trunk access with that key.
I've gotta say I love those cheaper builds! I actually own the A3 that this TT was based on, with 1.8 engine but naturally aspirated, makes around 130 hp. It's quite fun to drive and engaging if you want to. Also it has 5 valves per cylinder. Both A3s and TTs have really nice high end and nice exhaust sound. These engines are dead reliable. Mine has over 200k miles on the clock and it's still running great! How's the Ferrari BTW? I don't have Instagram so I might have missed something
As a owner of both 1.8t Q and 3.2....i must say: 1.8 drives better in corners, probably due to less weight on the front
To sort the handling on the old mk1 tt's fit the rear springs, and anti-roll bar (sway bar for US readers) from a same generation Audi S3. At least this works with European spec cars. Not sure if the S3 was sold in the US.
Or fit the Suspension from the TT Sport, again not certain if they were sold in the US, 1.8t raised to 240Bhp removed rear seats, same bodykit as the V6, Black roof (two tone) and special wheels
1.8t mods really well as long as it's the BAM engine with the upgraded turbo they'll remap to about 280-300bhp on stock internals.
Not an Audi fan , but this was very informative. Thanks for posting.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great idea. Make Audi Great Again. You can put this on red hats.
Ive never thought of the TT as sports car! Its a sporty car but typically driven to the shops/gym/hairdresser.
S-line is just a styling option lol stiffer suspension few body mods and interior options the bigger spoiler is only on the 3.2ltr
finally great car i used to own for a long time
For some reason I was expecting a bit more from this video... Not a huge Audi fan but I find your videos entertaining, especially when you start repairing stuff. Anyway... Have a great day.
16:14.. PLEASE DON'T !! PTSD TIME !!!
You are actually pretty lucky that the TT was in the condition that it's in. I bought mine 2 years ago for $300 and so far I had to practically rebuild the entire thing and it hasn't been driven a single mile under my ownership. But lucky for me the end is near!
I think your dad's TT roadster is for sale at the Bring a Trailer auction. At least the car is very identical and with the same miles.
so glad you got this!
Let’s get a BMW Z4 Up in here! 2006-2013. I know one gen is much longer and different then the other but it’s a curiosity point.
If you can see the value in this, HOW IN THE WORLD DID YOU OVERLOOK THE PHAETON. You have no idea how lucky you were to score that thing. Incredibly rare w12 Bentley.
That key looks at the third spare key that comes with the car only difference is no logo.
At least i got one when i bought my first new car Vw Golf IV v6 4 motion.
Allso every first gen Audi TT seems to have display screen issues and it can be repaired.
The Audi TT is the ideal motorcar for older men with prostate problems. Driving it also reminds them how often they have to.....TT.
The thing about flying and neeeeeding a rear spoiler is what i find hilariously funny. Like wtf lol they didnt test it very well. Like all cars had the option to bring back to dealer to fit it with a free spoiler right. Lol
The man who never finishs a car xD
Good choice Sam, looking forward to this build.
Get some new headlight lenses from BimmerJakes. Transform the front end. Don't waste your time polishing the existing ones.
Fix it and do some basic chip and intake tuning to get the most out of that v6. Could be a stunning car with a great engine note.
TT = Tourist Trophy in honour of the Isle of Man TT races
I know the feeling though. I bought a 2011 bmw 335i. Religously paid on time and replaced parts as needed. My mom decided she was not selling me the house and said she was moving back in. At that point I had already taken over payment but still hadnt done a subject to loan. But anyway. We had to move out. Found a place and it was double the price. (Rent is expensive here.) I couldnt afford to fix the car anymore or make the payments. I dove it broke till it was repossessed! Had to do what I had to do.