Highlights

A fine example of the increasingly popular yet hard to find V8 S4
In a highly original and finely presented condition throughout
Complete with the all-important full-service history amounting to 14 service book stamps

The Appeal

The Audi A4 first appeared in 1994 as a replacement for the popular Audi 80.

The internal designation carried on from the Audi 80’s and hence was known as the B5.

To continue the confusion the first model designated as the S4 was actually based on the Audi 100 back in 1991. From 1997, however, all S4’s have been based on the A4 model line.

The B7 model seen here was released in late 2004 and was essentially a mid-life update of the B6 model.

The key detail, of course, is that the B7 retained the epic 4.2 litre V8 powerplant of its predecessor.

Originally good for 339 bhp at a heady 7,000 rpm was sufficient to propel the S4 directly into the performance saloon hall of fame.

The History and Paperwork

A UK supplied car first registered on the 11th May 2007
The car was subsequently used and enjoyed by 5 previous owners
Its current mileage has been arrived at in a consistent and linear manner
Clearly the car has been well cared for and cherished by its users
All owners have also been diligent in terms of the regular servicing of the S4
The paperwork archive includes the V5 registration document
Many previous MoTs are on hand in hard copy
The current MoT is advisory free and valid until August 2023
The original book pack is present
The original service book includes no less than 14 stamps
The first 9 of these are issued by Audi main dealers
The remainder are predominantly from independent specialists
The last service was completed in August 2022 at 66,943 miles
A number of invoices are also on hand detailing work undertaken

The Interior

The interior presents very well indeed and exudes the famous Audi quality of fit and finish
The high backed Recaro front seats are trimmed in a combination of leather and Alcantara
Complete with backrest embossed with “Recaro” the front seats are electrically adjustable
The seats appear to be in an excellent used condition
The matching rear bench also features the Recaro embossing and the excellent condition
The dashboard is finished in black and is punctuated with accents of carbon fibre
The carbon fibre extends into the centre console and door cards
The centre console is dominated by the large screen of the Audi Navigation Plus system
The leather of the steering wheel is partly perforated and includes an S4 decal
Gear change paddles sit behind the wheel
As do the clear white on black S4 emblazoned dials and Maxidot information screen
The complimentary hued grey carpet and headlining presents very well
The carpeted boot is trimmed in matching grey and is in an excellent condition
A full-sized spare, original tool kit and warning triangle are all present
The interior appears entirely original and in excellent fettle throughout

The Exterior

The S4 presents beautifully in its Florett Silver Metallic colourway
The paintwork and bodywork appear to be in excellent condition throughout
The B7 S4 benefits from subtle looks for a car of this capability
Only the quad tail pipes, brushed aluminium wing mirrors and discreet S badging give the game away
The light lenses and cabin glass all appear clear, unfogged and original
The car sits purposefully on its 18-inch Audi Le Mans Speedline alloy wheels
The alloys appear to be in fine fettle and free from curb rash or nicks
The open spoke design affords a view of the “S4” inscribed callipers
The wheels are shod in a matching set of quality Michelin Pilot Sport tyres
These are in the correct 235/40 ZR18 size

The Mechanics

The B7 S4 represented the last of the BBK V8 S4’s
The engine and running gear represent the heart of this performance machine
The BBK 4.2 litre, 40 valve DOHC unit is considered a tour de force by many
Originally delivering 339 bhp and 302 Ib-ft of torque
This prodigious output is delivered to all four wheels via a 6 speed Tipronic gearbox
The Torsen style Quattro set up is biased 60:40 in favour of the rear wheels
This sophisticated mechanical configuration delivers huge performance in all conditions
Being low mileage and diligently serviced the car is understood to run faultlessly

Summary

The B7 Audi S4 is one of those modern classics where all the starts seem to be aligning with regards to its current and future desirability.

The last of the V8 cars offering very impressive performance but in a very civilised, comfortable, and usable package. It is very subtle too, which doesn’t draw unwanted or un-needed attention to itself.

Add to that the fact that well serviced, low mileage and unmodified examples are becoming rare and you have a very promising mix.

This example is one of those cars. It is in a fully original condition and presents very well indeed both inside and out.

It is well specified and eminently useable, quite happy and able to purr gently around town as it is darting from apex to apex on a twisty back road.

It’s one of the very few modern classics that deserves the much-used title of a car for all seasons.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own this sublime V8 Q-car.

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