The first-generation Audi S8 commands a unique respect that, at least for me, has diminished in subsequent generations. Its show-stealing display of performance in Ronin has helped this, as well as the advanced aluminum body and chassis, all powered by Audi’s now-ubiquitous 4.2L V8 pushing out a healthy 360hp. It has ultimate sleeper status, but for the educated few it stands out with the Avus 6-spokes and mean stance. The new, blingy V10 model just can’t match the subtle aggression of the D2.
These 2002/3 examples on eBay are exceptionally clean. Neither has passed 90k miles and they show it. The exteriors are clean, but the interiors are even more impressive. I like 6-spoke wheels more than the 9-spokes, as well as that car’s suede gray interior over the other’s more garish white. Both are priced pretty high at $18,600 and $20,950, but I guess the sellers expect the cleanliness and low miles to attract some big spenders. I’d place a bid or make an offer, but the buy-it-nows seem too high, regardless of condition.
-NR