2006 Audi RS4 (B7) Avant

Highlights

• One of the all time great Audis

• 414bhp V8 and manual gearbox

• Estate practicality and quattro all-wheel drive

• Extensive service history 

• Wonderfully original

Overview

Quite often we find ourselves getting carried away with dreams of exotic V8-propelled luxury, sunny Spanish costas, and French corniches. We see the dreamy marketing photography, believe the sales pitch and decide that we simply must have whatever snarling two-seater we’ve just set our eyes upon. 

But not so with this fast and powerful V8. Audi’s reassuringly German approach to styling and practicality means that this is one powerful beast that you can actually own and live with. First things first: this is an estate. So you can actually use all five seats while carrying enough luggage for two weeks by the sea. 

And then we come to the real reason you’re here: that 4.2-litre naturally-aspirated V8 sitting expectantly under the bonnet. This produces all the right noises and its 414 bhp is sent to all four wheels via a six-speed manual transmission. The handling is a high point in Audi’s history and is sure to keep you entertained on any journey. 

Despite its pumped-up bodywork that will pique the attention of those in the know, this particular example should pass subtly under the radar for most people, with its unassuming silver paintwork and black interior. In many ways a perfect Q-car, it comes with a reassuringly comprehensive service history and has just two former keepers. While there are a few areas that could use some attention, it should be a wise investment as B7 RS4s remain very sought after.

History and documentation

• Registered 2 Sep 2006

• Stamped service book with services as follows: Nov 2007 @ 9,722 miles, Aug 2008 @ 16,370 miles, Jan 2009 @ 19,639 miles, Feb 2010 @ 30,058 miles, Aug 2011 @ 46,961 miles, Jun 2012 @ 65,515 miles, May 2014 @ 68,395 miles, Jul 2015 @ 71,626 miles, Oct 2016 @ 76,958 miles, Oct 2017 @ 79,293 miles, Sep 2018 @ 82,726 miles, Oct 2019 @ 85,265 miles, Sep 2020 @ 87,484 miles Sep 2021 @ 89,457 miles, Oct 2023 @ 91,733 miles, Oct 2024 @ 94,217 miles

• Most recent service invoice dated Oct 2025 @ 96,469 miles 

• Original owner’s document pack

• Collection of invoices and old MOT certificates

• Two keys

• Current MOT with expires 13 Oct 2026

• V5 present in owner’s name

• Current owner since Mar 2018 

• Only two former keepers 

• HPI clear

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• Overall, the interior of this RS4 remains in good condition for its age 

• Black leather upholstery with contrasting piping 

• Recaro bucket seats

• Slight wear to the driver’s seat bolster 

• A few small scuffs to the leather upholstery

• Electric seat adjusters

• Heated seats

• Carbon fibre trim pieces on the dashboard, door cards, and centre console 

• Black carpets clean and tidy

• Rear seats in good condition with little sign of use 

• Leather-trimmed, multi-function steering wheel

• Cruise control

• Dual-zone climate control

• Analogue instruments

• Original Audi entertainment system, with TV and navigation 

• The seller notes that the rear left parking sensor is not working 

Exterior

• Poised yet restrained styling, just what you want in a fast estate 

• Avus Silver paint 

• There are some scuffs to paint, but it remains presentable 

• The panel gaps look good

• No reports of corrosion or damage repairs 

• There is a small dent in the offside rear wheel arch

• 19-inch alloy wheels

• The wheel rims are heavily scuffed and could use a refurb to bring them back to their best

• The MOT in Oct 2025 picked up cuts in the nearside rear and both front tyres, ‘but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords’

• Chrome badges front and rear 

• There are some scratches in the paint on the rear bumper 

• Headlamp lenses clear 

• Twin exhaust tips 

Mechanical

• 4,163 cc V8 engine

• Produces 414 bhp, and 317 lb ft

• Top speed 155 mph, 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Quattro all-wheel drive

• Extensive service history 

• The service in Oct 2025 included changing the engine oil and filter

• The only MOT advisories are for a couple of shallow cuts in the tyres, and for a worn front brake disc 

• The seller notes that the top of one of the front damper casings has split, and will need to be replaced soon

• The car is said to run well and remains unmodified with the original DRC

• No warning lights reported 

Summary

Cards on the table: we can’t fail to get excited by a fast estate here at PH, and the RS4 B7 has justifiably been inducted into the PH Heroes hall of fame. This one has a few areas to address to bring it back to its best but comes with a comprehensive service history and low ownership. As a usable modern classic, it makes a strong case for itself.

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