FoTD: Audi exclusive RS 6 Avant in Porsche Brewster Green

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="100691"] We love a tasteful green, and we're not sure how you get more tasteful than Porsche Brewster Green. The color has long been a favorite of the Porsche family, with Ferry Porsche painting any number of his personal company cars in the color. So, we're guessing it's a Porsche enthusiast who originally ordered this particular Audi exclusive RS 6 Avant. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="100693"] The car has turned up ...

Audi RS 6 e-tron Spied Testing at the ‘Ring

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="100460"] It's test week at the Nürburgring and our spy photographers have caught the Sportback variant of the upcoming PPE-based RS 6 e-tron out lap testing. This isn't the first time the RS 6 e-tron has been spotted, but it is the first time we've seen it turning laps on an industry test day. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="100468"] We do note some key details on the RS 6 e-tron test mule. For starters, the front bump...

Jacques Villeneuve’s Pink Audi exclusive RS 6 Avant

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="99210"] Retired F1 driver Jacques Villeneuve turns 53 tomorrow (April 9), and it appears a birthday present to himself is this highly unique Audi exclusive RS 6 Avant sourced from Audi Zentrum Varese in Italy. The obviously pink paint is only the beginning of its special elements though, as the 1997 F1 champion and his partner-in-crime Audi Sport Manager Mirko Monteforte worked to include further colors from the design of Villeneuve’s unique...

Audi RS 6 Homage to RS2 Turns up at Amsterdam Motorshow

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="99029"] The Amsterdam Motorshow is going on right now and, without it being a major market auto show, you wouldn't expect us to sit up and take notice of cars on display there. Frankly, it's the first time we've made mention of the event on this blog, but an RS 6 Avant on the stand of Netherlands-based GP Products did just that. https://www.instagram.com/p/C5L9NhPq6bF/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=c3c1d11f-3c08-4bb3-927a-056ebb3aa4d3&...

Audi Brazil Reveals RS 6 Legacy, Limited to 15 Units

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="98883"] [source: Audi do Brasil] São Paulo, Brazil - Audi do Brasil announces the launch in the country of the new Audi RS 6 Avant Legacy, an exclusive version created especially for the Brazilian market and that has gained a new look, more equipment and dynamic adjustments that reduced its total weight and made its performance even more sporty. The arrival of the renewed "pure-blood" Avant is part of the series of launches that the four-r...

Audi RS 6 performance Lands in Brazil

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="98273"] [source: Audi do Brasil, translation by Apple] São Paulo, Brazil - Audi do Brasil announces the launch in the country of the new Audi RS 6 Avant Performance, which gained a new look, more equipment and dynamic adjustments that reduced its total weight and made its performance even more sporty. The arrival of the renewed "pure-blood" stationwagon is part of the series of launches that the brand of the four rings will carry out throu...

Audi Club Auction Watch: 03.07.2024

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="97912"] Words: Steve Johnson Greetings and salutations Audi enthusiasts.  Thank you for checking out another edition of Auction Watch where we’ve done the internet searching for you.  We’ve checked multiple car auction sites looking for Audi models worthy of your bids.  Each Thursday we post those listings calling out a car’s highlights, and include a few pictures and a link to the listing.  Our goal is to help you find the Audi t...

Unfair Advantage Podcast: Nishant Pillai, RS 6 Aficionado, Talks Good & Bad of RS 6 GT

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97898"] Nish Pillai has become a notable expert on the RS 6 and the community around it. His Nogaro Blue Tribute has been on the cover of quattro Magazine, and he's an active leader on RS 6 owner group chats and Facebook Groups. We caught up with him to talk about the new RS 6 GT. Watch it below, or find it on these Podcast Channels. Apple | Amazon | Spotify | Google | YouTube   https://youtu.be/poA6iHsOXN8

Ascari Blue ABT RS 6 Legacy Edition On Display in Mallorca

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97791"] ABT Sportsline held an event in Mallorca, Spain last week where journalists and other guests were able to try out some of its products. A social media push of incredible photography ensued, including these shots of an RS 6 Avant built to their Legacy Edition spec. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97794"] Yes, we’ve seen the Legacy Edition before, but we have to say we particularly like it in the Ascari Blue spe...

Find of the Day: Nogaro Blue 2021 Audi RS 6 RS Tribute Edition (1 of 25)

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="97580"] As most RS 6 enthusiasts can tell you, Audi of America built just 25 RS Tribute edition RS 6 Avants back in 2021, then promptly locked out its iconic Nogaro Blue paint from future RS 6 production. That lockout stood until MY 2024 when the color was reopened, though the rareness of Audi exclusive production slots has kept many further cars from being produced at this time. It’s rare that these cars come on the market, but we w...

HRE with Incredible 515 GTM Wheel x RS 6 + Sport quattro Photo Shoot

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97431"] California-based HRE Wheels grabbed our attention recently with a photos set that combines their latest Vintage GT Series wheels, notably the 515 GTM design, with Audi Sport models new and old - a current-generation RS 6 Avant and a vintage 1984 Sport quattro. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97433"] Here's what we know. The 515 GTM is one design in a series of retro-style wheels meant to darken classic wheel des...

Jon Olsson Reveals His Own RS 6 Avant F1. Announces New Company.

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="97068"] Skier turned social influencer Jon Olsson has been a fixture in the Audi tuning/building space over the years. A regular on supercar rallies, he’s built everything from roof box R8s, an Audi-powered Radical Le Mans LMP-looking road car, and multiple bonkers RS 6 builds. Following Jon’s Instagram account will see he plays with many cars and many brands, but it’s his latest RS 6 Avant that grabbed our attention yesterday. [galle...

Audi RS 6 GT Configurator Shots Reveal Other Euro Specifications

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="97054"] We know that North America will get the just-launched RS 6 Avant GT solely in Arkona White with white wheels and heritage stripes. However, Audi AG's press release revealed Europe will get additional color options. Knowing this and also that the RS 6 GT has now passed end-of-secrecy dates, we decided to check out Audi Deutschland's website for further information... and we weren't disappointed. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size=...

Here’s What We Know About the North American Market RS 6 Avant GT

[gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="96952"] Audi definitely got our attention with the RS 6 Avant GT revealed earlier today. As with any new launch though, the key is in the details... especially the details of how the car arrives when it comes to the North American Region market. Fortunately, we were able to attend the press presentation and were able to glean a few details... specifically how the RS 6 GT comes to market. [gallery link="file" columns="1" size="full" ids="969...

The New Audi RS 6 Avant GT

[gallery columns="1" link="file" size="full" ids="97027"] Carbon hood and fenders as well as 22-inch wheels in a distinctive design ensure high recognizability Adjustable coilover suspension, high-performance tires, and optimized quattro sport differential enhance the driving dynamics Only 660 units worldwide and heritage decals based on the Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO guarantee exclusivity The new Audi RS 6 Avant GT2 is the pinnacle of the model series. The special edition is packed wit...

Audi Club Auction Watch: 12.21.2023

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="94549"] Words: Steve Johnson Happy Holidays fellow Audi enthusiasts!  Do you find yourself searching through the internet’s multiple car auction sites looking for a specific model?  While it can be fun, it does consume valuable time you could spend Christmas shopping.  So let us do some of the work for you.  Auction Watch monitors online auction sites for Audi models worthy of your bids.  Each Thursday we post those listings calling ...

Audi Club Auction Watch: 12.07.2023

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="93935"] Words: Steve Johnson Greetings fellow Audi enthusiasts!  Do you find yourself searching through the internet’s multiple car auction sites looking for a specific model?  While it can be fun, it does consume valuable time.  So let us do some of the work for you.  Auction Watch monitors online auction sites for Audi models worthy of your bids.  Each Thursday we post those listings calling out a car’s highlights, and include a ...

Find(s) of the Day Perfect Storm: The Black Collection Lines up on Bring a Trailer + Cars & Bids

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="92920"] photos: Bring a Trailer + Cars & Bids Maybe you've seen RM Sotheby's messaging the heck out of The White Collection, an obscenely big collection of mainly white Porsches by a Houston collector that will now be sold off. And while that's all well and good, we also happened to notice a theme taking shape this week in our "Audi" search notification list from auction sites Bring A Trailer and Cars & Bids. If RM has a White Collection,...
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ABT Power Upgrade for 2024 Audi RS 6 and RS 7 performance

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="92326"] source: ABT America The first Audi RS 6 and RS 7 performance have yet to be delivered to customers in the US, but once the models are out on the streets, ABT Sportsline will already be having a power upgrade available for those drivers, who feel that the twin-turbo V8 could do with a little bit more horsepower and torque. Through the separate ABT engine control unit, the output increases from 621 HP / 627 lb-ft to approx. 710 hp / 700 lb...
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Audi Club Auction Watch: 10.26.2023

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="92108"] Words: Steve Johnson Greetings fellow Audi enthusiasts!  Do you find yourself searching through the internet’s multiple car auction sites looking for a specific model?  While it can be fun, it does consume valuable time.  So let us do some of the work for you.  Auction Watch monitors online auction sites for Audi models worthy of your bids.  Each Thursday we post those listings calling out a car’s highlights...