The Abt TT-limited wide body – power and exclusivity in one package

Following on from the standard Abt TT-limited, the tuner presented an even more special version: the Abt TT-limited wide body. This made its debut in a right-hand drive version at the IAA and was based on the 225 hp Audi TT Coupé. Abt increased the power to no less than 310 hp, which, together with the modified body kit, resulted in a distinctive and impressive overall package.

The interior was largely taken from the TT-limited, but the wide body stood out visually thanks to its 18-centimetre wider bodywork – a modification that gave the car an extremely muscular appearance. The kit was already available separately (see box), but in this version everything was brought together into one complete model.

The wide body could compete with serious sports cars in terms of performance: a top speed of 254 km/h and a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.6 seconds. However, you had to pay a hefty surcharge for this exclusivity. On top of the purchase price of a new Audi TT Coupé 225 hp, there was an additional € 22,867* for Abt options. In return, you got a rare and striking model, often spotted in sparkling Imolagelb, which further emphasised its wide shape.

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Known examples

As far as we know, only 10 examples were made: at least 6 for the UK, and 4 in other countries. At one point, it was assumed in England that only 6 remained. Based on the examples known in 2025 (5 in the UK alone), this is a bit pessimistic. And probably it is more the number in the UK.  Below is a collection of a number of known examples.

2001 Abt TT-limited wide body track

2001 Abt TT-limited wide body original I

2001 Abt TT-limited wide body Ferrari groen

2001 Abt TT-limited wide body original II

2001 Abt TT-limited wide body DTM

2001 Abt TT-limited wide body Original III

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A former track car saved from the scrapyard

One of the well-known examples has been saved in recent years. After a long history as a track car, work is now underway to restore the car to its former glory. Watch the first two videos of this remarkable story with a happy ending. A third video is on its way.

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Equipment

The “standard” modifications to the Abt versions of the TT 8N consist of:

In addition to the above “standard” Abt modifications, the Abt TT-limited wide body has the following distinctive specifications:

Interior equipment

• Yellow trim around instrument panel gauges
• Yellow stitching on seats and steering wheel
• Yellow trim on floor mats (including yellow Abt logo)

Exterior equipment

• Yellow windscreen wiper spoiler
• Black side indicators
• Black door handles
• Black Abt logo front and rear
• Black Audi rings in grille
• 'TT-limited’ logo above side indicators and on diffuser
• Widened mudguards (18 cm wider in total)

Chassis

• Abt rims type A27 in the following sizes:
  - Front 9x19J with 235/35 R19 tyres
  - Rear 9.5x19J with 275/35 R19 tyres
• Abt chassis lowered by 40 mm
• Reinforced stabiliser bar
  

Engine / drivetrain

• Abt engine tuning 310 hp / 400 Nm
  - Modified exhaust manifold
  - Modified turbocharger and intercooler
  - Modified injection system
  - Optimised electronic engine management
  
• ‘Abt TT-limited’ logo on the yellow engine cover

Paint colour

• Imolagelb LY1C

Abt modifications also available separately Because many of the Abt modifications were also available separately, Abt versions regularly appeared on the market. Sometimes they were offered as one of a series of special versions. However, they often lacked some of the specific features of the limited editions.	2000 Brochure Abt
Abt previously supplied the wide body as a complete set
There is no doubt that the Abt TT-limited wide body based on the Coupé is a rarity.  But if you open the Abt brochure from 2000, you will discover that the German tuner had already been working on wide body models before that. In addition to two Coupé versions, there is also a Roadster on display. The conversion kit was only supplied complete with installation and consisted of: front spoiler and grille, fender extensions, skirts, rear bumper, rear spoiler and diffuser, as well as visible carbon fibre attachments for the front spoiler and skirts, supplemented with Abt A27 sports rims, sports suspension and stainless steel exhaust system with two double tailpipes. In 2022, a 2000 TT 8N Roadster equipped with the wide body exterior kit and A27 rims appeared on eBay. Under the bonnet was the 265 hp Abt tuning (source: Autobild).	© sim-1078 | eBay

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* Prices for the German market