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4.2Crew
May 3rd, 2011, 16:26
I currently have a 2001 A6 4.2L with over 210k miles... It may be time to freshen the stable... Had my eye on RS6's ever since purchasing my A6 in 2003. Mainly waiting for the prices to come in a bit. I now have the first shot at a stock, dealer-serviced, black on black, one-owner with less than 30k miles. He is consigning it for around $40k. I think it is a bit high, but was wondering what other owners think of the asking price...

Thanks!
vitalian
May 3rd, 2011, 16:57
Although others may disagree with me, that price is a bit high but not outrageously so (IMO) if the car is in as mint condition as it sounds. Bear in mind that MSRP on the car was $82,700 when it was new, and since there are so few of them, the price is hugely variable based on condition and mileage. Try to dicker a few $K off the price so that you can buy a warranty with the car.
ben916
May 3rd, 2011, 17:07
Welcome!

210K on the clock? wow!

Um, $40k is quite high for stock, or the dealership is HIGH. $30k-$32k is probably closer to the correct value, depending on what maintenance has been performed (35k TB service).

You will also need (highly recommended, but no one is forcing your hand) an aftermarket warranty (depending on mileage and coverage level). Depending on which company you go with and the mileage of the RS6, the price can be quite staggering.

I got mine last year for $32k with 36k on the clock and dealer serviced and stock...

Eric's Avus Silver has 45k on it - nearly every mod you can think of except Euro Recaros and it is f/s for $38k or somewhat close...
Also there is Steve's Imola Yellow RS6, 1 of 3 on the US RS6 VIN list (the yellow taxi) that is F/S also...
Jimmy
May 3rd, 2011, 18:02
40gs? Too high...I agree with Ben...lows 30s in todays (buyer) market.

If you plan on putting 200K+ miles on it, then by all means get the best warranty you can...quite sure the 6 grand or so it is for a good coverage will come in handy at some point knowing the issues with these cars.
dmross
May 3rd, 2011, 19:37
Do not buy an RS6 without buying a Fidelity warranty. Trust me.
bruce m.
May 3rd, 2011, 20:06
$40K is way way up there, even for a mint car.

I know of a 24K mile blue Rs6 coming up for sale this week, email me if you want info on it. Can be bought with a Fidelity warranty, and dmross is right on target when he says don't even consider buying an RS6 without Fidelity Platinum or equivalent exclusionary warranty from a TierI company.

Bruce
brucem105@comcast.net
ben916
May 3rd, 2011, 21:44
There have been several ultra low mileage examples F/S on Autotrader:

The Eureka, CA example with 18k for $42k and they will not neg on the price - still for sale... for at least 18 months or more.
The New York, NY example with MTM upgrades and Merc rims (idk the mileage) - still for sale.... for $49k ?????

It has been proven that the lowest mileage ones are not always the best.
The interior might be cherry but then when driven, the trans falls apart and other gremlins pop up.
It is a BEAST and they need to be driven hard!
All that muscle turns in to flab if ya don't...
JSRS6
May 3rd, 2011, 22:54
Great analogy Ben. O/T, I just replaced my inner and outer tie rods yesterday. What a difference!
ben916
May 4th, 2011, 00:12
Great analogy Ben. O/T, I just replaced my inner and outer tie rods yesterday. What a difference!

Mine are making all sorts of racket/noise/bump/chatter...
I KNOW you made a DIY, right???
JSRS6
May 4th, 2011, 00:29
It's pretty easy if your outers aren't seized in the inners. I made quick work of them with my reciprocating saw. I would have taken pics for ya as well, but the CFO was getting antsy, and it was hot out.
JSRS6
May 4th, 2011, 00:36
You can get the inners and outers and boots for about 80. Rent the inner tie rod tool and the ball joint press from advance auto and you are set. The inner tie rod kit has a 38.4mm insert that works ok. The inners are 38mm.
mmaturo
May 5th, 2011, 04:52
Do not buy an RS6 without buying a Fidelity warranty. Trust me.

and me and many others here...one transmission or torque converter...and you WILL have one go...and you already made money off the warranty. Plus by now there is no way they will get the turbos off without drilling out a seized bolt so new turbos would be on the tab too. Great car. With warranty. Mine is on a lot looking good still having seen it today when picking up my S5 post Stasis tune. 89K on the clock. I never thought i would see a dealer keep my car to resell it but kinda glad to see the attempt than it just disappear to auction.
yagey
May 6th, 2011, 18:08
I've been tracking some low mileages cars for sale recently, look on the last pages of the 'how many beasts' sticky. $40 seems not unreasonably, especially if it has any warranty or is especially clean.
HeadShot
May 10th, 2011, 17:59
Thought i'd mention I'm going to put mine on the block very soon. Need a pick up / off-road unit. It's in at the dealers currently getting a new brake calapier and rotors. The drivers side had failed and locked up and the breaks finally failed. Fortunately I was pulling over at the time :) Anyway it has 30 k on the clock. The dealer is giving it a full inspection. Euro RS6 recaros. KW3 suspension.. fully adjustable in 10minutes!!! No wheels off. Wagner intercoolers. OCT chip stage 2. MTM transmission chip. Stock ECU spare. Custom body work. Looking for $34k . Has a few extras I'd rather not mention. Let's say teflon mods. Tickets don't stick ;)
ben916
May 10th, 2011, 19:25
Thought i'd mention I'm going to put mine on the block very soon. Need a pick up / off-road unit. It's in at the dealers currently getting a new brake calapier and rotors. The drivers side had failed and locked up and the breaks finally failed. Fortunately I was pulling over at the time :) Anyway it has 30 k on the clock. The dealer is giving it a full inspection. Euro RS6 recaros. KW3 suspension.. fully adjustable in 10minutes!!! No wheels off. Wagner intercoolers. OCT chip stage 2. MTM transmission chip. Stock ECU spare. Custom body work. Looking for $34k . Has a few extras I'd rather not mention. Let's say teflon mods. Tickets don't stick ;)

DAMN IT!?!?
F@#$ing A!!

If there was ever another RS6 to have, this is the one or the RS600...
Jimkrell
June 30th, 2011, 02:32
Is yours still going on the block? I'm on the market for one of these and would love to see more pics if you are looking to sell...
Elevens
June 30th, 2011, 03:54
Thought i'd mention I'm going to put mine on the block very soon. Need a pick up / off-road unit. It's in at the dealers currently getting a new brake calapier and rotors. The drivers side had failed and locked up and the breaks finally failed. Fortunately I was pulling over at the time :) Anyway it has 30 k on the clock. The dealer is giving it a full inspection. Euro RS6 recaros. KW3 suspension.. fully adjustable in 10minutes!!! No wheels off. Wagner intercoolers. OCT chip stage 2. MTM transmission chip. Stock ECU spare. Custom body work. Looking for $34k . Has a few extras I'd rather not mention. Let's say teflon mods. Tickets don't stick ;)


Don't know why your selling headshot, but that's a great deal with all those Mods and low mileage. 40k is way to high even for a mint RS6. If I were you 4.2crew I would jump on that. And of course a Warranty is an absolute no brainer. You WILL have Transmission issues, You WILL have DRC issues just read the posts. Good luck with your search........
yodavemac
June 30th, 2011, 20:00
Do not buy an RS6 without buying a Fidelity warranty. Trust me.

I second that. I bought a Zurich warranty for $4500 and it's paid out $20k to date!
yodavemac
June 30th, 2011, 20:15
Thinking about selling mine as well...

Black/Black

Second owner. No accidents. Car is on great shape inside and out and meticulously maintained. 72k miles. I have all OEM parts including wheels. Mods are OZ 19" wheels (shown), with Michelin PS2 w plenty of life left), Bilstein PSS9 (Under 3k miles on them), H-Sport sway bars and APR 4 setting ecu (513hp on pump gas). Recent work under warranty was both rear shock mounts, replaced leaking valve cover gaskets and tons of little things (I have all receipts). Out of warranty I just did timing belt (same time as valve covers to save me $), water pump, etc. and about to do brake job. The warranty is a god-send. It's Zurich good up to 100k or (I think) May of '13. It has paid out more than three times the $4500 purchase price. Regardless, if you buy one of these cars you want a warranty. If something big goes...like a turbo or trans you're looking at $10k.

Not sure about asking price but would start the conversation around around $30k. I have original window sticker listing options and $92k price.

Can send pics if you're serious. The car is in Northern California.

Dave
415.846.1269