2016 AUDI RS6 AVANT - PERFORMANCE

KEY FACTS

• This highly desirable Performance Edition features the popular Nardo Grey paint and a very generous factory specification.
• Powered by a 597hp 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 that powers all four wheels through an automatic transmission, the RS6 Avant Performance can sprint from 0-60mph in just 3.7 seconds.
• The car comes with an excellent maintenance history record.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• With the Black Edition package, this RS6 features five-spoke 20-inch titanium-cut alloy wheels in gloss black. It was also specified with the Dynamic Pack which features sports exhaust, sports differential, RS Sport suspension, plus Dynamic Ride Control, dynamic steering, as well as matrix LED headlights and the top speed limiter increased to 174mph.
• Inside, the Black Honeycomb leather seats have contrasting grey stitching. There is also a plethora of factory extras such as the Convenience Pack, which features window shades, heated front and outer rear seats, rear parking camera and a panoramic roof; the Assistance Package that features adaptive cruise control, Audi lane assist, blind spot assist and Pre-Sense Plus, along with the Bose sound system, privacy glass and carbon fibre interior trim.
• Included with the car are the original owner’s handbooks along with all the service receipts going back to July 2018 since the current owner has had the car.
• The service history is digitally stored against the vehicle.
• The RS6 has a Vodafone Protect and Connect 5 tracking system, which also works in conjunction with an app. Two driver cards will be included in the sale; however, the new owner will have to pay a subscription if they want the tracker to be active.

CONDITION

• The seller states that the car has suffered some damage to the front right wing while parked, and it has since been replaced. However, the RS6 remains fully HPI clear.
• The exterior of the car is described as being in good condition, with some minor stone chips to the bonnet and rear arches, commensurate with the mileage. There is also some light frosting on the corner of the front right headlight.
• Inside the car, the upholstery is in good condition with some light creasing to the driver’s seat and rear left passenger seat. There are also some minor scratches to the plastic at the back of the front seats. The seller has noted that the front cup holder door does not close correctly.
• Replacement alloy wheels have been fitted and all four wheels are in good condition; however, two tyres will need replacing soon as they are close to the legal limit.
• The last MOT was conducted on 26 January 2021 at 45,719 miles where the vehicle passed with an advisory note stating that the nearside rear child seat fitment meant that the seatbelt could not be fully inspected.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The last maintenance was carried out by Stratford Audi in July 2021 at 48,062 miles. This service consisted of an engine oil and air filter change, pollen filter replacement, spark plug replacement, a sunroof service, a new battery, brake fluid change and new pipes to the airbox.
• Prior to this, inspection services were carried out in October 2019 at 36,195 miles – which also involved replacement of the brake fluid, an air-con service, and service of the rear final drive – and in May 2018 at 18,043 miles, which included a sunroof service.
• The expansion tank was renewed in February 2021, while in August 2020 all four alloy wheels were replaced.
• New front and rear brake discs and pads were fitted in June 2019, while in July 2018 a new windscreen was installed due to a stone crack.

SUMMARY

This Audi RS6 Avant Performance is widely considered to be the ultimate ‘super estate’, boasting supercar-baiting performance and all the practicality of everyday family transport. This highly specified example comes with an excellent service history and is presented in very good condition.

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