23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

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23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by ThermalP4 » Mon Feb 25, 2019 6:38 pm

Hi Guys.

Simple questions really.

Would any of you buy a C5 RS6 with 23k miles on and 1 owner but with no history really. 4 Services in total. Latest in 2018 with cambelt and tensioners at Audi.

Car is immaculate.

Past every MOT with no advisories.

Was up for £18k on autotrader but as has finished now.

What’s people’s thoughts?

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by bam_bam » Mon Feb 25, 2019 10:44 pm

Hard to tell. If it's being added to a collection then yeah, 5yrs+ it'll probably pick up another £5-£7k.
No matter where you go, there you are.

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by ThermalP4 » Tue Feb 26, 2019 10:52 pm

I suppose if you’re willing to take a chance on it.

Really tempted but it’s a fair wedge for a potential money pit.

But I guess they all are some point.

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by Foxmeister » Fri Mar 01, 2019 12:21 pm

Why no history, has it been lost or????

Has any work been done via dealers where you can phone and ask for verification?

Buy on condition, if you know what your looking at and can check common faults etc, then I'd consider it, but would still try knock it down more

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by Foxmeister » Fri Mar 01, 2019 12:22 pm

Any links to see it? What colour etc?

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by chunky79 » Fri Mar 01, 2019 2:20 pm

ThermalP4 wrote:
Mon Feb 25, 2019 6:38 pm
Hi Guys.

Simple questions really.

Would any of you buy a C5 RS6 with 23k miles on and 1 owner but with no history really. 4 Services in total. Latest in 2018 with cambelt and tensioners at Audi.

Car is immaculate.

Past every MOT with no advisories.

Was up for £18k on autotrader but as has finished now.

What’s people’s thoughts?
What are your concerns about it? That you won't be able to sell it on?
previous- Pug 205 gti, 306 gti, 309 gti Goodwood.
Audi S3, S4 V8 avant.
Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.

Now - Empty garage

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by ThermalP4 » Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:18 pm

No I’d be keeping it.

Just concerned about paying top money for a car that might need big repairs.

4 oil changes since 2003 doesn’t sound good.

Condition looks spot on though.

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by ThermalP4 » Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:20 pm

Foxmeister wrote:
Fri Mar 01, 2019 12:22 pm
Any links to see it? What colour etc?
The ad was on Autotrader but it’s expired now.

Avus Silver with black leather/cream piping and carbon trim.

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by chunky79 » Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:22 pm

ThermalP4 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:18 pm
No I’d be keeping it.

Just concerned about paying top money for a car that might need big repairs.

4 oil changes since 2003 doesn’t sound good.

Condition looks spot on though.
Where is it located? Would the seller be happy to have it inspected by a specialist?
previous- Pug 205 gti, 306 gti, 309 gti Goodwood.
Audi S3, S4 V8 avant.
Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.

Now - Empty garage

If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there!

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by ThermalP4 » Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:28 pm

chunky79 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:22 pm
ThermalP4 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:18 pm
No I’d be keeping it.

Just concerned about paying top money for a car that might need big repairs.

4 oil changes since 2003 doesn’t sound good.

Condition looks spot on though.
Where is it located? Would the seller be happy to have it inspected by a specialist?
That was my next move.

Just looking for a specialist near the Hampshire/Surrey area.

I’m aware if I did come to sell it then it may be a chore because people would have same concerns but at least if it passes a specialist inspection then that’s something.

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by chunky79 » Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:35 pm

ThermalP4 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:28 pm
chunky79 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:22 pm
ThermalP4 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:18 pm
No I’d be keeping it.

Just concerned about paying top money for a car that might need big repairs.

4 oil changes since 2003 doesn’t sound good.

Condition looks spot on though.
Where is it located? Would the seller be happy to have it inspected by a specialist?
That was my next move.

Just looking for a specialist near the Hampshire/Surrey area.

I’m aware if I did come to sell it then it may be a chore because people would have same concerns but at least if it passes a specialist inspection then that’s something.
They may have the same concerns, but you're still contemplating it so they may too! Do what you want to do, don't worry about the future too much.
Think there's a specialist called 4rings don't that way.
previous- Pug 205 gti, 306 gti, 309 gti Goodwood.
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Porsche Macan Turbo.
Gone but NEVER forgotten - C5 RS6 Misano red avant.

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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by bam_bam » Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:45 pm

It's got too be worth contacting Audi, they'll have history on it. Have you HPI checked it?
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Re: 23k miles 1 owner C5 RS6 with no history

Post by Steveo » Tue Apr 23, 2019 10:25 pm

ThermalP4 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:28 pm
chunky79 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 7:22 pm
ThermalP4 wrote:
Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:18 pm
No I’d be keeping it.

Just concerned about paying top money for a car that might need big repairs.

4 oil changes since 2003 doesn’t sound good.

Condition looks spot on though.
Where is it located? Would the seller be happy to have it inspected by a specialist?
That was my next move.

Just looking for a specialist near the Hampshire/Surrey area.

I’m aware if I did come to sell it then it may be a chore because people would have same concerns but at least if it passes a specialist inspection then that’s something.
http://camspeconline.com. They are based n Crawley.

Several people on here use them and I think we would all highly recommend them and certainly know their way round a C5 RS6.
RS6 C5, MTM

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