Should I buy an RS6?

[Animal Mother]

This is my first post so hello all of you.

I am thinking about buying an RS6 (02/03), I have a few reasons why I want to but I was wondering whether there are any reasons not to buy one.

I also have a few questions about the car itself, if you'll bare with me.

Why to buy:

I currently have a UrS6 (5cyl Turbo), I love the car, it's mildly tuned (280bhp) but I'm getting sick of having to give it almost constant attention. Every time I go to repair something, something else breaks, I'm sure most of you know the score.

The RS6 looks very plush and comfortable. Is it?

It has lots of toys.

It has 450 bhp.

They are (relatively) cheap to buy. Compared to an equivalent RS4 for example.

I live 2 miles from Unit 20 (Griz?)

Ok, are you convinced? Should I buy one?


Looking around, I've come to a decision about the spec of the car, I'd like your comments on this too if that's ok.

NOT Silver or Grey (would like to avoid black too).

NOT Silver/creme/any other light colour interior.

MUST have carbon fibre inlays (like my UrS6 :cool2: )

MUST be an Avant.

Would prefer wide screen Sat Nav.

Prefer no DRC or at least have a watertight warranty.

Not bothered about steering wheel design.


I know I'm being fussy, but I'm like that.


One last thing, what colour/trim/interior/audio spec could you get? Can someone list the available colours of car, trim colours, insert colours, audio options, roof lining options etc, please?

I hope to have many a laugh on here and if I buy one I'm sure most of you will help me batter my Credit Card into submission too.

Thanks chaps.

[Daniel]

you must :-D

[AudiFanatic83]

A gentleman posted yesterday that he is thinking about selling his RS6. It is a rare color, YELLOW and trust me it is absolutely beautiful! Here is the link to that thread and he is asking a very nice price.

http://rs6.com/forum/showthread.php?t=17299

[Animal Mother]

Lovely color yes, it's not an Avant though and I'm in the UK.

Thanks for the thought.

[DHall1]

Dont ask crack addicts if you should take a hit.

[Erik]

Dont ask crack addicts if you should take a hit.

I think you might get another suggestion over at m5board och amgworld

In any case, welcome Animal Mother, and sorry about the troubles registering. :blush:

I hope you get one, there should be a lot of bargains in the UK at the moment.

[spgprivate]

Hi Animal,

I joined in Sept 08 having bought my 05 RS6, saloon.

As I posted recently, 5 months in and I get as excited today as I did the first day I drive the beast !

Mine is black, black, black. Was able to get 1yr warranty from Audi and will extend Warranty in Sept when up. Best money Ive ever spent !!

Simon

[Daniel]

sorry for offt:

simone, do you have some pics from your rs6 ? I think, I like it very much

gladly per pn or email...

[artur777]

Hi!
You should.:-)
Pls read thru a lot of threads here about RS6 C5 - many useful hints and experience.

[spgprivate]

Here are a few old pictures. Will get some better ones once the weather clears.

Simon

[Daniel]

your car looks pretty nice !

do you tuned anything ?

[Animal Mother]

Can anyone tell me what this colour is, and if it was available in the UK?


Is alacantra headlining standard?

Is the interior with leather bolsters and fabric seat centres special?

[DHall1]

Mugello Blue

Yes

You live 2 miles from Grizz. You are a lucky man. Thats like having the crack dealer as your brother. (joke, just expanding on the above statement) He can and will hook you up with all normal maint and upgrades.

Can anyone tell me what this colour is, and if it was available in the UK?
http://www.rs246.com/modules/pnCPG/C...iRS6C5_017.jpg

Is alacantra headlining standard?

Is the interior with leather bolsters and fabric seat centres special?

[vangelis]

I have the same color,, it is really a veryyy good color to choose. Looks very nice allll the time.

[DuckWingDuck]

misano blue? JCT2003 has the same colour, it really is very, very nice.