Audi RS6 C5 Quattro 4.2 V8
Audi RS6 C5 Quattro 4.2 V8 Saloon (2004). A rare super-saloon in as-new condition.
For over a century, Audi has stood among the absolute elite of the German automotive industry. The marque traces its origins to 1909, when founder August Horch gave his new company the name Audi, the Latin translation of his surname. Over the decades, Audi grew into a pioneer in engineering, innovation and performance.
With the introduction of the legendary quattro all-wheel-drive system in the 1980s, Audi changed the world of sporting cars forever. Successes in rallying and later on the circuit laid the foundation for a series of iconic sports models. Within this tradition, Audi Sport GmbH eventually emerged, then known as quattro GmbH, the division that became responsible for developing the most exclusive and powerful Audi models.
Ever since, the RS models have represented the very pinnacle of the Audi range. They combine extraordinary performance with everyday usability, a formula that has built an enormous following the world over.
History of the Audi RS6 C5
The Audi RS6 C5 was introduced in 2002 as the spiritual successor to the legendary RS4 B5. Audi set out to prove that a luxury executive car could also go toe to toe with the fastest sports cars of its day. The result was a genuine wolf in sheep's clothing.
Beneath the bonnet sat an impressive 4.2 litre V8 biturbo, developed in partnership with the renowned British engineering firm Cosworth. With a mighty 450 bhp and 560 Nm of torque, the RS6 was among the fastest production cars in the world at the time.
The combination of permanent quattro all-wheel drive, an automatic transmission and a chassis developed specifically for the RS6 delivered performance that remains impressive even today. The sprint to 100 km/h took just 4.7 seconds.
Where the Avant version has become relatively well known among enthusiasts, the saloon is a considerably rarer sight. It is precisely this four-door saloon that perfectly embodies the original super-saloon concept: understated, stylish and, at the same time, blisteringly fast.
Audi RS6 C5 Saloon in Mugelloblau: a unique opportunity for collectors
The Audi RS6 C5 Quattro 4.2 V8 Saloon offered here, dating from April 2004, is without doubt among the finest examples available today.
Finished in the beautiful and timeless Mugelloblau metallic, this RS6 is a particularly rare sight. The elegant saloon bodywork underlines the model's understated character, while those in the know will immediately recognise that something very special is standing before them.
With just 30,486 kilometres on the clock, this Audi is in exceptional condition. The car really is in as-new condition and has been cared for with the utmost diligence throughout its life. An important detail for collectors and purists is that the car still wears its complete original paintwork. This not only underlines the originality of the example, but also the care with which this RS6 has been treated over the years.
The stylish grey leather interior is likewise in an exceptional state of preservation. The materials, finish and overall presence reveal just how high Audi set the bar for its flagship model at the time. Everything exudes quality, luxury and sportiness.
A future classic with a special place in Audi's history
Connoisseurs increasingly regard the Audi RS6 C5 as one of Audi's most important modern classics. The model represents an era in which performance, engineering and driving experience were still brought together in a pure, mechanical way.
The powerful biturbo V8, the distinctive driving characteristics and the relatively limited production numbers have caused demand for original examples to rise sharply in recent years. A saloon version in particular, with very low mileage, complete originality and original paint, now ranks among the most sought-after configurations among collectors.
This RS6 therefore offers not only an unrivalled driving experience, but also a particularly interesting proposition for the future.
Condition of this Audi RS6 C5
Finding an Audi RS6 C5 in this condition is exceptionally rare these days. With just 30,486 kilometres, complete original paint, a carefully documented service history and a condition that more than deserves the label as-new, this example belongs to the absolute top of the market.
Both the exterior and the interior are in exceptionally fine condition. The bodywork presents magnificently in the exclusive Mugelloblau, while the grey leather interior shows barely any signs of use. Mechanically, the car has been treated with the same care as cosmetically, resulting in an RS6 that stands ready for many years of driving pleasure and collector's enjoyment.
Sometimes I think to myself: if I ever have a garage with room for something utterly indulgent, something nobody understands but me, then it will be something like this. A saloon with the engine of a supercar, the look of a company director's car, and the rarity of a collector's item. Only almost nobody knows it.
Now you do.
Special features
- Audi RS6 C5 Quattro Saloon
- 4.2 litre V8 Biturbo
- 450 bhp
- Automatic transmission
- Permanent quattro all-wheel drive
- Exterior finished in Mugelloblau metallic
- Grey leather interior
- Original RS6 sports seats
- RS6-specific sports suspension
- RS6 alloy wheels
- Xenon lighting
- Climate control
- Cruise control
- Multifunction steering wheel
- On-board computer
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Aluminium interior trim
- Audi Concert audio system
- Unique and rare saloon version
- Just 30,486 kilometres driven
- Complete original paintwork
- Very carefully maintained
- In as-new condition
- Ideally suited to collectors and enthusiasts of exclusive Audi RS models
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