I've decided to go back into an SUV, so please find below details of my RS6 for sale! There is no problem with an RS6, instead it's all to do with my back and knees - so please read on!
I'm located in Dumfries which is almost exactly on the Scottish Border, and I can be contacted on 07917563892 if you have any questions.
This is the only Avant in the UK which was ordered in Monterrey Green Pearl effect paint - so it is absolutely unique. I believe there was also one UK saloon ordered in the green with matt grey titan effect wheels and ceramic brakes. I've detailed the spec and history of the car below.
The car is stunning in appearance although also extremely discrete with the lack of rear badging. I first tried to buy this exact car but failed in 2017 as I couldn't get a deal I was happy with. I couldn't believe my luck when it became available once more in Autumn 2019, and this time I was successful!
Before my purchase the car was inspected by Unit 20 where Grizz gave me confidence that it was a strong car mechanically and drove well. The main issue I would need to have rectified in time would be a slightly weeping rocket cover gasket on one bank of cylinders, and the well known corroded coolant pipes.
The car is unmodified from standard.
First registered 1.9.08.
"58" registration
85700 miles
Specification:
I can email you an original .pdf of the period showroom brochure for this car if you'd like. This would detail all of the standard fitted features and also give a good description of the technology.
On top of the regular standard equipment it was factory ordered with the following extras:
3R3R - Monterrey Green pearl effect paint
QH - Valcona leather upholstery in soul black
2ZO - Deletion of model and engine designation at rear
3FE - Electric slide & tilt glass sunroof
3GN - Load area fixing kit
3X2 - Through load facility
5MR - Fascia trim in fine grain Myrtle Nutmeg
6SJ - Reversible mat for luggage compartment
7X8 - Audi parking system advanced (sensors f+r plus rear camera)
QU1 - Digital freeview TV reception and DAB radio
VC1 - Garage door opener (Homelink compatible)
NB. Sadly over the years the load area fixing kit has gone missing except for the adjustable tie down points, and the reversible boot mat similarly is missing.
However it does come with a full set of factory RS6 footwell carpet over mats AND a full set of OEM A6 rubber footwell mats and loadspace liner - all in excellent order.
I also have a set of immaculate OEM roof rail cross bars which will come with the car - these are a breeze to fit / remove as on this generation A6 they were a quick clamp / release fitting as opposed to the fiddly security torque bolt models.
History:
The original service book is present and fully stamped up to date.
Sept 08 - PDI and registration by Reading Audi
Nov 09 @ 10k miles - service - Reading Audi
Feb 12 @ 29k miles - service - Reading Audi
June 13 @ 39k miles - service - Reading Audi
Feb 15 @ 62k miles - service - Reading Audi
Feb 17 @ 69k miles - service - Five Oaks Audi, Billingshurst
June 18 @ 76k miles - service - Macclesfield Audi
Aug 20 @ 84k miles - large service and OS rocker cover gasket replaced - Carlisle Audi
Other important items in recent history:
Dec 18 @ 79k miles - dreaded oil seal job done at Eclipse of Winchester
Aug 20 - 4 new Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric tyres fitted along with new tyre pressure monitor compatible metal valve stems.
Oct 20 @ 84k miles - the other well known issue of corroded coolant pipes is done - items replaced at Unit 20.
MOT is valid until Sept 2021.
Drive:
The car starts perfectly each time, and the oil is always allowed to reach at least 90 degrees before any real power is used. It is allowed to cool for the last few miles before parking up after any serious performance is used. The level of thrust available when the car is up and running is hugely impressive, and the gearbox makes decisive rapid changes and throttle blips on on downshifts with a level of polish the older C5 I had would never match. Compared to my old C5 RS6 the ride is also extremely comfortable in comfort or dynamic modes on the suspension, and the sport mode is probably stiffer than my old C5 even when it was on coil-overs. The ride and confidence in the car improved massively when the new tyres were fitted. The composure on Motorways, A and B roads is excellent - but tiny twisty back roads are not the C6s forte, with it being a pretty heavy front end! The exhaust is standard as is the rest of the car and isn't too noisy on family trips - it's already fast enough in my opinion so I've never bothered having it re-mapped. The brakes pull the car up evenly in a straight line with no fuss.
Condition:
The car is extremely good in condition, the interior is not worn or abused, and it is extremely clean and has never been smoked in. You'd need to look closely to find evidence of wear to the seats with the exception of the door edge bolsters of the driver's seat which is totally normal for the age and miles. The doors were given a cosmetic repaint in a previous ownership which I am led to believe was due to someone "keying" the sides in an act of vandalism. I was actually happy that it has been done - as otherwise it would be bound to be in need of some cosmetic paintwork to get ride of 9-10 years of gravel rash on the rear arches, etc.
It's an excellent looking car however please bear in mind it is 12 years old - so if it has the odd stone chip you can forgive it.
I'm asking £20990 for the car, and I believe with the history of maintenance jobs performed and the unique opportunity to own a one of one car in the UK that it's worth it...
Should you have any questions - please ask! Thanks.
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