--- title: "This Audi Quattro S1 Replica Is Actually Three Audis Hacked Together" description: "This stunning Group B tribute was built with parts from new and old Audis, for a Paralympian racing driver." date: "2024-06-27" modified: "2024-06-27" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/this-audi-quattro-s1-replica-is-actually-three-audis-hacked-together" categories: - "Audi News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "Audi" - "RS3" - "sedan" - "sports car" --- # This Audi Quattro S1 Replica Is Actually Three Audis Hacked Together ![]() *Dytko Motorsports* Few rally cars are as legendary as the [Audi]() Sport Quattro. The fire-spitting, all-wheel drive pioneer was raced by some of history's greatest drivers, broke records, and changed rallying forever. Most road-going iterations of Audi's legendary rally car are incredibly expensive to own, with the most recent one sold on *[Bring A Trailer]()* costing $446,000. Most owners are reluctant to drive them hard, so perhaps the best Audi Sport Quattro is one you make on your own, by cramming three different Audis together. This Audi [Sport Quattro S1]() replica was made by Polish tuning shop [Dytko Motorsports]() for Austrian Paralympian and racing driver [Reini Sampl](). Since he's had the car, Sampl has used it as a winter driving instructor, taken it on windy roads, and even brought it to race tracks. And since it's far from a classic under its iconic-looking skin, he can do so guilt-free. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() To build this replica rally car, Dytko Motorsports needed three Audis: a recent [Audi RS3](), an Audi 80, and a B2-generation Audi Coupe. First, the RS3's chassis was stripped down and had its body parts replaced with those from the other two Audis. The Audi 80 served as the basis of the front end design, while the Audi Coupe formed the rest. A Sport Quattro S1 body kit was then fitted, along with a roll cage. Then, it was time for the legendary S1 livery. All of the important mechanical bits, such as the engine, dual-clutch transmission, Quattro-branded Haldex all-wheel drive system, brakes, and electronics, came from the Audi RS3. It even has an RS3 dashboard and steering wheel, which looks especially out of place in this otherwise very '80s-themed machine. However, since Sampl is paraplegic, the S1 Quattro replica is fitted with hand driving controls along with a hydraulic hand brake. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() While this replica isn't quite as charming as the original, since it's essentially a modern RS3 underneath, it's still awesome. And the fact that it's made with hand controls for a Paralympian makes it even cooler. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()