Spring days in a light blue Audi?

Here is Anders Haugene's Audi. Audi 80 1,6 GLS is a nostalgic gem and in rare good condition. It can be yours. Anders is considering selling it to someone who appreciates spring days in a light blue Audi 🙂 🙂

 

Straight lines were Audi's new design language in the 70s. The design was to remain modern well into the 1980s. The facelift from model year 1977 meant a larger grill and rectangular headlights - the same front as the then brand new Audi 100 C2 had received.

Die neue Leistungsklasse

The Audi 80 B1 set a new course for Audi. Even if the saying "Vorsprung durch Technik" had not yet been invented, it would have been a perfect fit. The Audi 80 was a light, yet strong, construction. The curb weight of the light blue 1977 model is only 880 kg. The chassis is modern - where the weight of unsprung masses is kept low. The structure was designed for optimal directional stability. Audi had arrived at wheel angles that made the car directionally stable under braking on uneven road surfaces and in the event of a puncture.

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Before Audi became a status symbol

In 1977, Audi did not have the same status as today. The Audi 80 was a well-engineered and beautiful car. It scored highly in the car tests of the time, but sold almost as well as Ford and Opel. The most popular cars this year were the Volvo 140 series, Ford Granada, Taunus, Saab 99 and Toyota Corolla. Those who bought Audi in 1977 probably didn't buy it because of status - they were Audi fans before Audi became a cool car brand.

Collector's value?

The B1 was the first in the model range that would later become the A4. In 1977, the top model in Audi's 80 series was called "GTE". It was only delivered in a 2-door variant and had a 1,6-litre engine with 110 HP. It was a nice car with aluminum rims, decorative stripes and a small front spoiler. But there was no real "schwung" over Audi until the Quattro system came along. It was in 1980 and then it was the B2 body that was used. The results in motorsport gave Audi a boost up the status scale. B2 Coupé/GT/Quattro are cars many people want in their collection.

Audi as a hobby car

Certain things can be unfamiliar when you get behind the wheel of a 43-year-old car. That doesn't mean you can't drive on nice trips. The Audi 80 was a good car to drive for its time. Many have fond memories – either as previous owners, or as children and grandchildren of previous owners. The light blue color helps to give a good nostalgia effect. The Audi 80 with 4 doors was a great family car in the 70s and is still well suited to going to spring car meets when it opens up again for such events.

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Facts about the 1977 Audi 80 GLS

About the car
Type: B1 / 82
Place of production: Ingolstadt, DE
First time reg.: 07.1977
Drivetrain
Engine: 1,6 long position
4-speed manual, front wheel drive
Power: 85 HP at 5600 rpm
Torque: 125 Nm at 3200 revolutions
Performances
0-100: 11,8 sec.
Top speed: 176 km/h
Weights and Measures
Length x width x height: 424, 160, 136 cm
Wheelbase: 246 cm
Own weight: 880 kg
Luggage compartment: 432 litres

Source: Vegvesen.no, AutoData.net
 
 

For sale

This nice light blue Audi is parked in the Larvik area and is ready to meet nice spring days. It has new valve linings. oil, all filters, brake bands, etc. and must go in to Erik's Car Care in Larvik for spring cleaning and care. The Audi is considered sold to someone who will continue to look after it. Send a request directly to the owner, Anders Haugene, for further information.

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Pictures of the Audi 80 B1

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