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I'm willing to donate some wrenching time if you get it and need more fingers .
These S4's are more complex than the lowly S models, and seem to suffer more from neglect than the earlier cars. It looks like a good straight body, but with an Autotrans and later drivetrain I would be cautiously optimistic until you can at least check the crank-end-play (for possible Thrust bearing issues), Flexplate, trans and torque convertor (no leaks hopefully), and timing belt. A compression test is a good test to run also (once you inspect the timing belt / water pump area). Unfortunately, to be careful means taking some things off and verifying some very important things before even starting. Also, as mentioned previously in the thread, fuel situation must be addressed (I would drop the tank also and change all the filters). Those old fuel lines (especially the ones in the engine bay) should be replaced asap (visual inspection is not enough), and vacuum lines while you're at it. Things will add up fast, and the temptation to just 'drop a battery in and crank it up' will be strong. You must resist, and approach this car like a bomb technician approaches an unknown suitcase. Like Frag said, mistakes can be very expensive (or not fixing things before they 'break' ) .
Best of luck. Maybe we need a mini-meet to take a look ..
PM here or Dorki of you decide to do that.
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