Highlights

Solid maintenance history
Only 9,000 miles covered in the last four years
Bose audio, rear sun blinds, electric sunroof, ESP, Audi Navigation plus, Recaro seats, heated front seats

The Appeal

The C5-generation Audi S6 Avant paired a naturally aspirated 4.2-litre V8 with Quattro all-wheel drive and the practicality of a wagon body, a combination that has earned it a devoted following among those who value fast, understated and capable cars. The V8 engine is widely regarded as one of the finest Audi ever produced, and unmodified examples are increasingly sought after.

This particular S6 Avant has been in its current ownership since August 2022, during which time it has covered just 9,000 miles. Finished in Atlas Grey Metallic over a black Alcantara and Nappa leather interior with factory RECARO sport seats, it is well specced from the factory with further options including an electric sunroof and Bose audio. It comes with a service history from new supported by invoices from multiple garages, and the current owner has reportedly continued with annual oil and filter changes. With a current MOT through to June 2027, this is a compelling opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, unmodified example.

Key Information

Mileage: 127,211 miles (supported by maintenance history)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until June 2027
Technical specs: 4.2-litre V8 petrol, five-speed automatic, Quattro all-wheel drive
Paperwork: V5C, owner's manuals, service book and invoices present

Service book:

01/22 - 119,809 miles - Sidmouth Tyres and Exhausts

06/21 - 118,393 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

08/19 - 114,801 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

08/18 - 112,021 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

04/17 - 104,589 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists (timing belt, water pump, aux belt)

08/16 - 100,431 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

08/14 - 88,347 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

08/13 - 82,757 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

06/12 - 77,159 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

08/11 - 72,593 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

09/08 - 55,468 miles - Perry & Prouse Saab Specialists

09/07 - 31,009 miles - Exeter Audi

12/05 - 14,625 miles - Newton Abbot Audi

07/04 - Delivery inspection - Newton Abbot Audi

The Detail

Atlas Grey Metallic paintwork; minor age-related blemishes visible
Black Alcantara and Nappa leather interior with carbon-fibre inserts
Bose audio, rear sun blinds, electric sunroof, park distance control, ESP, Audi Navigation plus, Recaro seats, heated front seats
Offside front track rod end replaced in June 2026 by Hopkins Autoworks
Engine oil, oil filter, air filter and spark plugs changed in January 2022 at 119,809 miles by Sidmouth Tyres and Exhausts
Both front DV gaiters replaced as part of 2017 service
The vendor states the car starts and runs very well
The vendor states they would drive it anywhere without hesitation
The vendor states the underside is in very good condition
Exterior presents well with only a minor mark noted near a rear wheel
Interior in good order with some wear noted to the rear seat
Four MOT advisories: both rear brake hoses slightly perished, corroded but not seriously weakened rear anti-roll bar, and corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear subframes

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