Background
Built until 2006, the MKI/Type 8N cars might share the PQ34 chassis with cars as commonplace as the VW Golf, Skoda Octavia and the Audi A3 but the coachwork - designed in California and named after the NSU’s historical success at the Isle of Man races – was like nothing anyone had seen before.
Making its debut in 1998 to worldwide critical acclaim and praise for its bold, original style and first-class dynamics, the first-generation Audi TT was available in either 2+2 coupé or two-seat roadster form, with either a 1.8-litre turbocharged engine or the sublime 3.2-litre VR6 unit, and the choice of automatic, manual or - in the case of the VR6 - VAG’s latest DSG transmission.
The ubiquitous 1.8-litre, turbocharged inline-four was available in 180 and 225bhp form, with the now-iconic Haldex four-wheel-drive ‘Quattro’ system being optional on the 180 and standard on the 225.
The 250bhp 3.2-litre variant had the Quattro system as standard
Highly regarded by the motoring press, the Audi TT received numerous accolades, including North American Car of The Year in 2000, and Car and Driver’s ‘Ten Best’ list in both 2000 and 2001.
Good first-generation TTs are becoming harder to find, and a well-specified, low-mileage example like this is arguably a good choice for the serious enthusiast or ‘modern classic’ collector.








