Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by stevo55 » Mon Jun 29, 2020 5:54 pm

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stevo55 wrote:
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I went in the opposite direction which was I bought an A45 after giving back my FL RS6 (loaded to the hilt). Wanted a cheaper performance car and whilst it’s an unfair comparison I quickly learned that I’d made a huge mistake.
By far hands down THE worst car I ever owned. An insult to the AMG brand and I wanted to burn it.
As for a FL one keep looking-generally it takes me around 3 months to find the right car. In the current climate-which threatens to get worse, lots of people are/will be seeking to offload expensive overheads as their finance situation changes. Good time to grab a decent bargain so hold off and wait for the right one.


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That's really quite funny. I ran a C5 RS6 for 7 years and then bought a new, 2014 A45 myself and it just didn't cut it for me either although I did keep it for 3.5 yrs. Sold that and bought the RS4 cos I missed a V8 in my life! I'm a far happier man now but would agree with you, I thought the build quality was no where near as good or the AWD system compared to a quattro. Had more fun driving my wife's S3.
Mine was a 65 plate duly loaded one-it was £54k new but luckily I paid £36k for it at the 2 year point. Still felt cheated though. Massively overrated and disappointing. I expected fireworks but got a tinny POS that you have to tune (and spend extra ££ on) to get it to function as it should do stock.
If I hadn’t needed the cash on the resale (cost me £5.5k to get out of the deal) I would happily have set it on fire and paid to see it crushed I hated it that much.
Went to an M3 Competition and sanity was restored thankfully.
Now back in an RS.


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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by Lig » Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:49 pm

Hi SimonY - Yeah I think it was a 2K not 6K option as well.... I think that one looks pretty good, nice low mileage too?! Maybe a couple of £K overpriced but as you know it is the best colour :lol:

Mike - Yeah know what you mean about the wheels, but I just didnt want the faff of changing, I remember buying some for my old C5 and they were all bent, so wanted to drive the car with the wheels on that I was going to keep and just much prefer the look of the 21s over the 20s but yes I have read lots about them bending.... but at the moment mine all seem good!
Sports Exhaust - yes I have read this aswell, but I am happy with the OEM sports and just like my cars to be totally OEM - I know its each to their own, but I ruled out a lot of cars because they had millteks on... BUT maybe if I went in one with a millly then I would be placing an order the next day :lol:

For me it was exterior looks first - but yes this stuff can be changed if you want to...

But in the end its what you are happy with and a compromise... HUD seemed really nice (in the red car I was contemplating), I think if you have had a car with it, it would be harder to go without...

I rememeber when I went to look at my blue one (the day I bought it), the red one was still in the mix at the same dealer .... Both had DRC, Red had new discs and pads all round, Red had HUD (blue hasn't), Red was 6months older, same mileage, Red was £1K cheaper.... But In the end I went on looks.... Blue had black pack (Red had alloy - again I looked to get this changed but didnt want the roof rails wrapped as I was going to use them - and didnt fancy having the roof lining removed to fit new bars, but the dealer told me that was easy job), blue had Carbon exterior trim and mirror housings, blue had keyless entry (which I really really like now)....

In the end the package has to be right for you...

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by Edmond » Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:57 pm

I bought mine in late Feb this year and trust me they weren't shifting at the dealers then so they deffo won't be now. I played 4 dealers off against each other (knowing which one I really wanted) and got a fair bit off plus a ghost and extra warranty.

For me it was miles (low) FL, DRC, Pano, 360 cam, park assist, sports exhaust and then colour in blue or grey.

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by bigbass » Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:20 pm

Edmond wrote:
Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:57 pm
I bought mine in late Feb this year and trust me they weren't shifting at the dealers then so they deffo won't be now. I played 4 dealers off against each other (knowing which one I really wanted) and got a fair bit off plus a ghost and extra warranty.

For me it was miles (low) FL, DRC, Pano, 360 cam, park assist, sports exhaust and then colour in blue or grey.
That sounds very similar to what I’m after, may I ask what you paid and what discount you got? (Can pm if preferred).

I didn’t think people cared too much about mileage, but I’m starting to avoid looking at the higher mileage stuff based on what is being said on here.

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by Iain » Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:11 am

Speak to the guys who bought my RS6, Josh - tell him I sent you and you want mates rates. - https://www.mpowercars.co.uk 07922 427178 - He will have your A45 off you too as he's short on stock. Has a couple of RS6's coming in too...
2018 Brabus G63 Widestar
2017 RS6 PE -Nardo, Air, HUD, Pan.....Millie Non Res
2015 RS6 - with Added Milltek
2015 RRS - utter sh1te
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2010 X5 4.0D M Sport
2009 R8 V10 Manual
2004 Lambo Gallarado Manual
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2006 RS4 Avant
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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by blue95 » Tue Jun 30, 2020 11:47 am

Looking to put mine up for sale shortly.

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by SimonY » Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:10 pm

Just wondering spec/colour etc?

Thanks

Simon
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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by SimonY » Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:21 pm

Iain wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:11 am
Speak to the guys who bought my RS6, Josh - tell him I sent you and you want mates rates. - https://www.mpowercars.co.uk 07922 427178 - He will have your A45 off you too as he's short on stock. Has a couple of RS6's coming in too...
Iain, I'm guessing you would recommend these guys then? They do stock some very nice cars I have to say

Thanks

Simon
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2015 RS4 in Riviera Blue
2016 RS6 in Utopia Blue
2002 S3 in Imola Yellow

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by blue95 » Tue Jun 30, 2020 1:20 pm

SimonY wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:10 pm
Just wondering spec/colour etc?

Thanks

Simon
In the interim...apolgies for hijacking the thread:

2015 Daytona grey pearl - (2 owner car inc me) - Car was purchased from Audi
34k miles with FASH
Audi extended warraty untill next March
Brakes and pads all round changed by Audi arround 4k miles ago, along with 2 new tyres. Also had full service in Nov with plugs.

spec wise off the top of my head:
21" Gloss black diamond cut alloys
Pan roof
Privacy glass
Exterior Gloss black styling package including air intake duct with quattro logo
Interior black leather with carbon fibre
DRC suspension
Sports exhaust
Reversing camera
Side assist
Active lane assist
Adaptive cruise with stop&go
Park assist
Audi phone box - wireless calls/charging
MMI Navi+
Advanced key - dont need to take the key out of your pocket
Audi hands-free boot opening system with Advanced key

Sure theres some bits I've missed off

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by Iain » Tue Jun 30, 2020 1:44 pm

SimonY wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:21 pm
Iain wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:11 am
Speak to the guys who bought my RS6, Josh - tell him I sent you and you want mates rates. - https://www.mpowercars.co.uk 07922 427178 - He will have your A45 off you too as he's short on stock. Has a couple of RS6's coming in too...
Iain, I'm guessing you would recommend these guys then? They do stock some very nice cars I have to say

Thanks

Simon
I'd recommend them 100% yes. Not your typical sales people, enthusiasts
2018 Brabus G63 Widestar
2017 RS6 PE -Nardo, Air, HUD, Pan.....Millie Non Res
2015 RS6 - with Added Milltek
2015 RRS - utter sh1te
2010 X5 4.0D M Sport Every conceivable extra
2010 X5 4.0D M Sport
2009 R8 V10 Manual
2004 Lambo Gallarado Manual
3 x 997 C4S / C2s
2003 Fezza 360 Spider - Airfix kit build quality
2007 M3 - car number 2 in the UK
2006 RS4 Avant
2000 RS4 MTM Stage 3 - R55 BYE
2001 RS4 - R500 FOR
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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by SimonY » Tue Jun 30, 2020 3:20 pm

blue95 wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 1:20 pm
SimonY wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:10 pm
Just wondering spec/colour etc?

Thanks

Simon
In the interim...apolgies for hijacking the thread:

2015 Daytona grey pearl - (2 owner car inc me) - Car was purchased from Audi
34k miles with FASH
Audi extended warraty untill next March
Brakes and pads all round changed by Audi arround 4k miles ago, along with 2 new tyres. Also had full service in Nov with plugs.

spec wise off the top of my head:
21" Gloss black diamond cut alloys
Pan roof
Privacy glass
Exterior Gloss black styling package including air intake duct with quattro logo
Interior black leather with carbon fibre
DRC suspension
Sports exhaust
Reversing camera
Side assist
Active lane assist
Adaptive cruise with stop&go
Park assist
Audi phone box - wireless calls/charging
MMI Navi+
Advanced key - dont need to take the key out of your pocket
Audi hands-free boot opening system with Advanced key

Sure theres some bits I've missed off
Thank you. Sounds very nice and should sell but sorry as not one of the colours I'd be looking at but good luck with the eventual sale.

Simon
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2004 RS6 Mugello Blue Avant | Milltek Non-Res | Bilstein PSS9 Coilovers | Hotchkis ARB | Black Optics Kit | RS6+ Coloured Alloys (Sold but never forgotten)
2015 RS4 in Riviera Blue
2016 RS6 in Utopia Blue
2002 S3 in Imola Yellow

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by SimonY » Tue Jun 30, 2020 3:21 pm

Iain wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 1:44 pm
SimonY wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:21 pm
Iain wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:11 am
Speak to the guys who bought my RS6, Josh - tell him I sent you and you want mates rates. - https://www.mpowercars.co.uk 07922 427178 - He will have your A45 off you too as he's short on stock. Has a couple of RS6's coming in too...
Iain, I'm guessing you would recommend these guys then? They do stock some very nice cars I have to say

Thanks

Simon
I'd recommend them 100% yes. Not your typical sales people, enthusiasts
Thanks Iain. I do regularly check their stock and your recommendation certainly helps

Simon
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1985 Ur quattro in Alpine White

Previous
2004 RS6 Mugello Blue Avant | Milltek Non-Res | Bilstein PSS9 Coilovers | Hotchkis ARB | Black Optics Kit | RS6+ Coloured Alloys (Sold but never forgotten)
2015 RS4 in Riviera Blue
2016 RS6 in Utopia Blue
2002 S3 in Imola Yellow

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by Iain » Tue Jun 30, 2020 5:05 pm

SimonY wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 3:21 pm
Iain wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 1:44 pm
SimonY wrote:
Tue Jun 30, 2020 12:21 pm


Iain, I'm guessing you would recommend these guys then? They do stock some very nice cars I have to say

Thanks

Simon
I'd recommend them 100% yes. Not your typical sales people, enthusiasts
Thanks Iain. I do regularly check their stock and your recommendation certainly helps

Simon

No worries. :bigwave:
2018 Brabus G63 Widestar
2017 RS6 PE -Nardo, Air, HUD, Pan.....Millie Non Res
2015 RS6 - with Added Milltek
2015 RRS - utter sh1te
2010 X5 4.0D M Sport Every conceivable extra
2010 X5 4.0D M Sport
2009 R8 V10 Manual
2004 Lambo Gallarado Manual
3 x 997 C4S / C2s
2003 Fezza 360 Spider - Airfix kit build quality
2007 M3 - car number 2 in the UK
2006 RS4 Avant
2000 RS4 MTM Stage 3 - R55 BYE
2001 RS4 - R500 FOR
1990 Dimma Cosworth H20 COS
2003 996 DMS Turbo
multiple 205's Dimmas

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by Edmond » Wed Jul 01, 2020 7:00 pm

bigbass wrote:
Mon Jun 29, 2020 11:20 pm
Edmond wrote:
Mon Jun 29, 2020 6:57 pm
I bought mine in late Feb this year and trust me they weren't shifting at the dealers then so they deffo won't be now. I played 4 dealers off against each other (knowing which one I really wanted) and got a fair bit off plus a ghost and extra warranty.

For me it was miles (low) FL, DRC, Pano, 360 cam, park assist, sports exhaust and then colour in blue or grey.
That sounds very similar to what I’m after, may I ask what you paid and what discount you got? (Can pm if preferred).

I didn’t think people cared too much about mileage, but I’m starting to avoid looking at the higher mileage stuff based on what is being said on here.
I've PM'd you bigbass.

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Re: Looking to buy a C7.5, need some help!

Post by Iain » Thu Jul 02, 2020 9:06 am

If it helps, mine listed to £94k - I paid £76500 with 110miles on clock
Ran it for 2.5years, did 37500 miles
Was a Dec 2917 car with a great spec in Nardo
Sold it for £51k - 2weeks ago
Garage who bought it sold it 3 days later for £54k (was up at £56995)

Had a message from the garage last night to say

12 x RS6 that should land September for new reg👍...10 x carbon editions with with pan roofs and 2 x Vorsprungs with discounts.....
2018 Brabus G63 Widestar
2017 RS6 PE -Nardo, Air, HUD, Pan.....Millie Non Res
2015 RS6 - with Added Milltek
2015 RRS - utter sh1te
2010 X5 4.0D M Sport Every conceivable extra
2010 X5 4.0D M Sport
2009 R8 V10 Manual
2004 Lambo Gallarado Manual
3 x 997 C4S / C2s
2003 Fezza 360 Spider - Airfix kit build quality
2007 M3 - car number 2 in the UK
2006 RS4 Avant
2000 RS4 MTM Stage 3 - R55 BYE
2001 RS4 - R500 FOR
1990 Dimma Cosworth H20 COS
2003 996 DMS Turbo
multiple 205's Dimmas

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