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When I see a C5 RS6 I can’t help but draw the comparison between one of my favorite athletes of all time, Bo Jackson. Like Bo, the C5 RS6 was at the pinnacle of power and versatility for its time with 444 horsepower and capable all-wheel-drive. It was the first time many of us had seen this level of performance delivered in such a composed and athletic way. The C5 RS6 should have a place in my top five super sedans but like Bo its potential was ultimately limited by injury.  In this case, the RS6 suffered from extreme maintenance costs and a lack of a manual transmission.

This 2003 RS6 is one of the cleanest we’ve seen and comes with a handful of desirable modifications that help enhance the driving experience. The seller claims that the work and parts total well over $20K and judging by the list of brands like Revo, Miltek, MTM, Statis Ohlins I think that number is accurate.

Year: 2003
Model: RS6
Engine: 4.2 liter V8 Bi-Turbo
Transmission: 5-Speed Auto
Mileage: 71,000
Price: $29,500

Click for Details: 2003 Audi RS6 on eBay

If you’re considering an Audi RS6, then you already know what you’re looking at. This is an extremely clean example and I encourage anyone to come see it for themselves. I will try to be as descriptive as possible, but please feel free to reach out to me for any specific questions/conversations.
I purchased this car in April of 2012 with approximately 58,000 miles from someone who took meticulous care of the car which was used as a second car. I’m now selling because my commute has tripled to an average of 50 miles per day and I need a more fuel efficient vehicle. The following is a list of tasteful modifications and maintenance that have been done to the car. It really is perfect for someone who wants a perfectly sorted RS6.
WARRANTY: Fidelity Warranty Services – Platinum Warranty. This is the best company in the business and owned by JM Enterprises (Largest Lexus Dealer/Distributer on the eastern seaboard). This covers just about anything is an extremely valuable for a car like this. There is a $100 deductible and all repairs are done OEM. The warranty was purchased on 6/3/11 for 3 years or 36,000 miles. The expiration is 6/3/14 or 87,998 miles. There remains about 1 year of warranty…

Upgrades (OVER $15,000 in upgrades):
Stasis Ohlins – These are the best coilovers you can buy and were installed about a year ago…incredible handling and ride quality. Fully adjustable for height/compression/rebound. I’ve also just installed upper control arms to better reduce uneven wear.
REVO Stage 2 – Precats gutted and coded out
MTM Torque Converter – This is HUGE if you have done research on this car. The transmission is the weak point in the vehicle and the torque converter significantly improves the long-term health of the transmission. I want to point out that this car has ALWAYS been respectfully driven and there are absolutely NO issues with the transmission. I’m happy to take the car for an PPI or put you in touch with the mechanic locally that has worked on the vehicle for me.
Milteck Catbach Exhaust System with Black Tips – This car sounds amazing with an incredible exhaust note. It is not at all loud with absolutely no drone.
Hotchkiss Front & Rear Sway Bars
Stratmosphere Diverter Valves
Apikol – Rear differential mount and differential carrier bushings
Laser Interceptor – Double Front and Rear
Hard Wired for Valentine 1 & Small Display – DOES NOT COME WITH THE V1

Technology:
I’ve installed a Pioneer Avic-Z140BH head unit which is wired for GPS/Navigation and Bluetooth for handsfree cellphone capability which works better than most OEM systems (you can see the picture of the mic next to the Valentine One). Car is wired for iPod/iPhone but you can also wirelessly play music from your iPhone music library or Pandora! Further, I have included a backup camera which the pictures show as well.

Maintenance ($5,000 in recent work):
New Tires: Continental DSW with only 3,000 miles on them.
Refinished Rims: Wheels were refinished about 10,000 miles ago and are in near mint condition. Only 1 minor chip.
65K Maintenance: Included transmission fluid change, spark plugs, filters, etc.
Timing Belt Change: This is a $2,000 job and included timing belt, tensioner, roller, idler roller, camshaft seals, water pump, coolant, etc.
New Alternator: The work was done under Fidelity Warranty Services.
Brand new brake pads

Overall Condition:
The Avus Silver paint is nearly flawless for a car this age. It has always been garaged and waxed. Paint is “deep” and one of the best Audi silvers to option. There is a small scratch on the rear-left bumper with a picture attached. The leather is in great shape and extremely supple/soft. The pictures make the leather look tremendously worse than they really are. I was “worried” as I purchased this car sight-unseen, but was very happy with the condition of the leather in person. The pictures make the leather looked “cracked” but they are simply wrinkles because the leather is so supple. Overall the interior condition is great for a car this age…most Audis (VW) have issues with the “soft keys” and matte paint around the door grips, etc., and there is definitely some signs of wear on these. I can send close up pictures of anything that is requested. Again – the pictures of the interior actually make the car look worse than it is in person.

I still have a hard time controlling my inner car geek when I see an RS6 out in the wild. They are wonderfully subtle yet manage to have the menacing presence of a brusing running back with their hunkered down stance and beefy fenders. This example is in wonderful condition and has all the right upgrades. Potential buyers may feel a little extra peace of mind seeing the recent 65K maintenance and timing belt change but that doesn’t mean you won’t need a trust fund to take care of the car should something go wrong. Engine work has been known to cost anywhere from $5K for repairs all the way up to $24K for CPO engine replacements. The car’s asking price is only slightly higher than market value for a stock example. Considering the investments in upgrades and preventative care this certainly would be a remarkable car for the money if nothing went wrong. Here’s a short clip of what you could expect from the Miltek exhaust upgrade as well. I certainly would never get sick of this.

-Ben