03-30-2015, 03:29 PM | #1 |
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Bye bye M5, time for a change
After a little over 2.5 years with the M5 I started getting restless and needed a new car.
With a young family, I need a four-door so although a 911 would have been a fun choice, it wasn't one I could make. Looked at the LCI M6GC but just didn't feel sufficiently different. Considered an CLS63 AMG but ultimately didn't like the style, inside or out. So, I have just bought a new, face lifted RS6. Found a nicely specced one sat in a dealership ready to go, avoiding the 6 month lead time for a fresh order! Got an extended test drive and there are some immediate pros and cons relative to the M5. Will post detailed impressions when I pick it up, hopefully next week. I will miss the M5 but looking forward to the ridiculous acceleration from a standstill and being able to play in all weathers. Going to Germany in May too so will have chance to check out the higher limiter. I am sure I will be back for the next gen M5, but its time to try something new! DB |
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The new RS6 is a only wagon right?
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03-31-2015, 12:49 AM | #6 |
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That was true for the previous (v10TT) model. The latest (V8TT) is wagon only in all markets.
Although its not my car, this one is optioned (externally / visually at least) just like mine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McPm1wCvACk |
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03-31-2015, 01:34 AM | #7 |
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Here's a full tour of the RS 6
Unfortunately our local Audi dealer will nickel and dime you to death, is rarely available and never calls back Last edited by SteveC; 04-01-2015 at 12:06 PM.. |
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I looked at the RS6 Avant but could not get one at the right price ( way over priced) good luck with it and keep us up to date .
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Audi have started playing ball with contributions - still less than BMW, but I hit the timing right (end of the quarter) and managed to do a decent deal. Still lower discounts than the LCI M6 but residuals tend to be significantly better. 6 month wait time for a new order helps that too! |
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Or did you not PX your car?.
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The V10TT RS6 is one of a kind. Too bad they downgraded to V8TT on the current gen.
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Nice one.
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The RS6 Avant is a unicorn and I'd love to have one.
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