Spudgun VI

currently lucky enough to have an e36 328 coupe auto and a very modded evo6.
however, eventually i want to down to one car and save myself a fortune in running costs, free up garage space etc etc.
i like the idea of an understated v8 powered car, but especially like the idea of a turbocharged version (for mild tuning etc), yet can be parked anywhere, serviced anywhere and is user friendly.
been thinking about an m3 with smg (im lazy), an m5 (got a v8 )but an rs6 is out of my league financially at the moment

there are rumours in the motoring press about an rs4 being due at some point, but anyone got any idea when? rough cost and engine spec?

many thanks for any advice/guesswork



p.s. really fancy something auto/tiptronic, v8, tunable, yet understated but not 'old bloke' if you know what i mean (so no jag s-types)

any suggestions?

Simon S3

How about a used RS4? (previous shape) they should be around 30 grand soon and appear to fit the bill.

Just a thought.

Spudgun VI

hi simon
used to have an old shape s4, really didnt rate it at all. rs4 is estate only, so not for me really. really fancy a v8

SkodaMan

The new RS4 will be a V8 apparently.

Simon S3

In that case, how about a Merc C43 AMG?

V8, auto, saloon and the depreciation will be on your side!

There are usually a couple advertised in The Sunday Times motoring supplement I think. Very good value used, just a bit small in the back for passengers.

CrisPDuk

The RS versions tend to come out at the end of the models life, The ultimates in run-out specials?

TaviaRS

The new saloon RS4 by Quattro GmbH has been seen pounding in the test miles for some time now, so I'm sure our frequent Ringers will have seen it do the Nordschleife at considerable speed. It is supposed to sport three huge air vents in the front bumpers, giving it a mean and nasty look. Engine is probably the well-known 4.2 V8 biturbo.

The RS6 will be withdrawn in 2004, along with the regular A6, so a 2004 introduction is on the cards.

GSS

The next RS6 will have the Lamborghini Gallardo engine - possibly twin turbo'd (or with bigger twin turbos if already twin turbo'd).

Spudgun VI

cheers guys!
if its out next year, i may hang on to what ive got for a bit longer. ballpark price for the new rs4 anyone?
is it just me, or is the thought of a twin turbo v8 in an a4 body just about the coolest thing on four wheels?!

SkodaMan

Nah, would be better in an Octavia body

Mog

Why not try the new S4...no turbo's but still a V8 and 344 BHP.

Mog