Over the years, Kempten, Germany-based ABT Sportsline has evolved its business from tuner and bodykit manufacturer to tailor of special edition and bespoke Audi builds. Like Alpina is to BMW, its focus is more as a remaster of the modern than a resto-custom tailor such as Singer, but tailoring is tailoring and so we still consider them what we call a “remaster”. That is especially so when you look at their latest focus on their “ABT Individual Interior Program“.
ABT Sportsline just dropped a few images seen in this story on their social media channels. It shows a black Audi RS 6 Avant built to their “Legacy Edition” specification on the outside, a configuration that includes wheels, suspension, body kit and plenty of carbon fiber. Beyond that, it’s also got a very unique powder blue interior with plenty of suede-like surfaces and tailored stitching. The color is called “Shadow Blue” in case you’re curious.
The post also includes a link to their official ABT Individual program website where you can explore even more of what they’re capable of doing on the inside of the car. For now, the program appears to center around the RS 6 and RS 7, though we’ll see where it goes from here. Check out more on their website HERE.
Alright, we’ll level with you. Green over tan isn’t exactly groundbreaking, and if you’ve been here for a bit you’ve certainly seen it before. But for the truly afflicted, the nuance of this Audi exclusive RS 6 Avant in Oak Green Metallic paired with Cognac extended leather an matching(!) seat belts is clearly a cut above.
Currently on offer at Audi Pacific in Torrance, California, the RS 6 (VIN: WUA1CBF22NN902419) you see here represents arguably the best of the Volkswagen Group’s portfolio- a monumentally fast wagon in a Porsche color. Equally at home in the canyons and in the pick-up line at your local elementary school, we simply have zero edits. Whoever initially spec’d this one crushed it.
Having covered just under 17,000 miles and priced at $103,995, this Audi exclusive Oak Green Metallic RS 6 Avant seems like a pretty good deal too. It’s clearly been loved, used, and it’s ready for the right home. We sincerely hope that home is with one of you.
See the full listing for this Tailored Driver, here.
The limited-edition Audi RS 6 Avant GT2 represents the pinnacle of its model series. With its exclusive exterior and interior details, the special edition model pays homage to the legendary Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO racing car from 1989. The RS 6 Avant GT in Nardo Grey appears in the impressive surroundings of the United States West Coast.
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With typical Audi performance thanks to quattro all-wheel drive, a five-cylinder engine, and sensational appearance, the Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO conquered the racetracks of North America at the end of the 1980s. Today, the victorious vehicle inspires the new top model of another icon from Audi’s portfolio: the Audi RS 6 Avant GT2. New photos show the special model, limited to 660 cars, against the backdrop of San Francisco, Los Angeles, and the unmistakable nature of the surrounding landscape.
As the second-largest car market in the world, the USA is an important growth market for Audi. The company wants to strengthen its brand in North America and sees the region as one of three pillars worldwide. Ten new market launches will follow by 2026 as part of this strategy. Now in its fourth generation, the Audi RS 6 Avant3 enjoys cult status in the USA.
The following picture gallery offers a selection of new images of the Audi RS 6 Avant GT2 in Nardo Grey and Arkona White, together with the Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO.
Limited to 25 units, the Tribute edition features unique trim details paying homage to original 1994 RS2 Avant
Powerful RS 6 Avant – Tribute edition is capable of 591 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque
2021 Audi RS 6 Avant and RS Tribute edition both on sale now
HERNDON, VA – The highly-anticipated RS 6 Avant is now on sale, and to celebrate the arrival of the high-performance wagon on U.S. shores, Audi of America announces the “RS Tribute edition.”
A quarter of a century ago, the RS2 Avant kicked off the success story of Audi high performance models. As a tribute to the first high-performance wagon from Audi, the RS 6 Avant “RS Tribute edition” with a limited production of 25 units, features unique design elements that harken back to the iconic RS2 Avant.
The RS2 Avant from 1994 established a completely new segment as the first Audi high-performance wagon. With its 315 PS five-cylinder engine, its extravagant interior design, and the vibrant paint finish in Nogaro blue (nogaroblau; pearl effect UNI; Z5M; Audi) , it made a strong statement that is still considered iconic today.
Unique design elements
The 2021 RS 6 Avant “RS Tribute edition” pays homage to the ’94 RS2 Avant with unique interior and exterior design elements including:
Nogaro Blue pearl effect exterior paint color with black optic accents on the grille, side blades, rear diffuser and black roof rails. The side mirrors are body color.
Standard 22-inch 5-V-spoke trapezoid design cast aluminum wheels in silver with summer tires.
The steel brake calipers are painted red.
The interior features carbon twill structure inlays and Denim blue contrast stitching to accentuate the Audi exclusive Valcona S Sport seats, perforated steering wheel, RS floor mats and the leather elements along the upper and lower dashboard.
The front seats also include lower seat panels in leather with Denim blue contrast stitch.
Classic RS 6 Avant high-performance
From design icon to driving machine, the RS 6 Avant features a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine capable of 591 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque that can send the Avant from 0-60 mph in just 3.5 seconds.
The 4.0-liter engine produces a full bodied and robust V8 sound, which the driver can adjust using the Audi drive select system. Each Tribute edition is standard equipped with a sport exhaust to further enhance the appearance, and emotion of the high-performance vehicle.
The RS Tribute edition also comes standard equipped with the Driver Assistance Package, which includes Audi adaptive cruise assist and Audi side assist, the Executive package, which includes heated rear seats, head-up display and power soft-closing doors and the Bang & Olufsen® 3D Advanced Sound System.
Once unobtainable in the U.S. market, the RS 6 Avant is now a reality for U.S. customers. The RS 6 Avant defies all expectations of what performance can be, while representing the next chapter in the successful history of Audi Sport. The high-performance wagon offers visceral design, exhilarating driving dynamics and everyday functionality for the driving enthusiast.
The 2021 RS 6 Avant “RS Tribute edition” is on sale now with an MSRP of $136,800.
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