Audi 80 & 90 & 4000

The Audi 80, 90, and 4000 represent a transformative era for Audi, spanning the B2, B3, and B4 platforms from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s. The 4000 was the North American name for the B2 80, while the 90 served as a more luxurious, 5-cylinder version of the 80. These models were instrumental in building Audi's premium identity, especially after the introduction of the revolutionary quattro all-wheel-drive system.

Collectors seek out these cars for their connection to Audi's rally heritage and the unique character of the inline 5-cylinder engine. The B2 4000S quattro is significant as one of the first mainstream sedans with the system, while the later B3 Audi 90 quattro 20V is prized for its high-revving DOHC 5-cylinder. The clean, minimalist design language of the era has aged well, and the cars offer a direct, analog driving experience that's hard to find in modern vehicles.

The market has a wide spread. Many base models trade for very little, often as simple used cars. However, demand for clean, low-mileage quattro models is strong. The average sale price of around $12,000 is skewed by a few exceptional sales, including ultra-rare European models or competition cars which can sell for over $80,000. Most enthusiast-quality examples trade in the $10,000 to $25,000 range.

Prices have ranged from $350 for project cars to $84,337 for exceptional or rare examples.