For Sale: 2004 Audi Quattro in Katwijk, Netherlands

Audi RS6 C5 Quattro 4.2 V8 Saloon (2004). A rare super-saloon in as-new condition. For over a century, Audi has stood among the absolute elite of the German automotive industry. The marque traces its origins to 1909, when founder August Horch gave his new company the name Audi, the Latin translation of his surname. Over the decades, Audi grew into a pioneer in engineering, innovation and performance. With the introduction of the legendary quattro all-wheel-drive system in the 1980s, Audi changed the world of sporting cars forever. Successes in rallying and later on the circuit laid the foundation for a series of iconic sports models. Within this tradition, Audi Sport GmbH eventually emerged, then known as quattro GmbH, the division that became responsible for developing the most exclusive and powerful Audi models. Ever since, the RS models have represented the very pinnacle of the Audi range. They combine extraordinary performance with everyday usability, a formula that has built an enormous following the world over. History of the Audi RS6 C5 The Audi RS6 C5 was introduced in 2002 as the spiritual successor to the legendary RS4 B5. Audi set out to prove that a luxury executive car could also go toe to toe with the fastest sports cars of its day. The result was a genuine wolf in sheep's clothing. Beneath the bonnet sat an impressive 4.2 litre V8 biturbo, developed in partnership with the renowned British engineering firm Cosworth. With a mighty 450 bhp and 560 Nm of torque, the RS6 was among the fastest production cars in the world at the time. The combination of permanent quattro all-wheel drive, an automatic transmission and a chassis developed specifically for the RS6 delivered performance that remains impressive even today. The sprint to 100 km/h took just 4.7 seconds. Where the Avant version has become relatively well known among enthusiasts, the saloon is a considerably rarer sight. It is precisely this four-door saloon that perfectly embodies the original super-saloon concept: understated, stylish and, at the same time, blisteringly fast. Audi RS6 C5 Saloon in Mugelloblau: a unique opportunity for collectors The Audi RS6 C5 Quattro 4.2 V8 Saloon offered here, dating from April 2004, is without doubt among the finest examples available today. Finished in the beautiful and timeless Mugelloblau metallic, this RS6 is a particularly rare sight. The elegant saloon bodywork underlines the model's understated character, while those in the know will immediately recognise that something very special is standing before them. With just 30,486 kilometres on the clock, this Audi is in exceptional condition. The car really is in as-new condition and has been cared for with the utmost diligence throughout its life. An important detail for collectors and purists is that the car still wears its complete original paintwork. This not only underlines the originality of the example, but also the care with which this RS6 has been treated over the years. The stylish grey leather interior is likewise in an exceptional state of preservation. The materials, finish and overall presence reveal just how high Audi set the bar for its flagship model at the time. Everything exudes quality, luxury and sportiness. A future classic with a special place in Audi's history Connoisseurs increasingly regard the Audi RS6 C5 as one of Audi's most important modern classics. The model represents an era in which performance, engineering and driving experience were still brought together in a pure, mechanical way. The powerful biturbo V8, the distinctive driving characteristics and the relatively limited production numbers have caused demand for original examples to rise sharply in recent years. A saloon version in particular, with very low mileage, complete originality and original paint, now ranks among the most sought-after configurations among collectors. This RS6 therefore offers not only an unrivalled driving experience, but also a particularly interesting pro