The Audi RS6 GT super estate is already a machine that leaves very little to be desired. As one of the most exclusive C8-generation RS6 models ever produced, this limited-edition powerhouse combines motorsport-inspired aerodynamics with track-honed chassis upgrades, setting it apart from even the mighty RS6 Performance. With just 660 cars worldwide, the RS6 GT sits at the pinnacle of Audi Sport engineering — aggressive, focused, and dripping with rarity.

But for Automotive Addiction boss Dhyllan, as special as the Audi RS6 GT is in standard form, there was one area that begged for enhancement: the exhaust note. A car this hardcore deserves a soundtrack to match its visual drama and dynamic capabilities. Enter Akrapovic — the world leader in high-performance exhaust systems — and their RS6 GT titanium exhaust system. Designed specifically for the C8-generation RS6 Avant, and priced at just over £10,000, it’s as serious as the car it was built for.

When it comes to Audi’s iconic RS models, few companies possess as much in-depth knowledge and expertise as Automotive Addiction. Having sold over 700 highly specified RS models over the years, as well as being moderators on the Audi RS OC Facebook group and the owners of the Audi RS3 8Y and Audi RS6 GT Owners Club Facebook groups, there’s very little we don’t know about the Ingolstadt brand’s legendary machines.

But we don’t just sell them. As passionate enthusiasts ourselves, we own them and modify them too, turning both our customers and our own automotive dreams into reality, which is exactly what we are doing by adding an uprated exhaust system to our ultra rare C8-generation RS6 GT.

Why the RS6 GT is So Special

Before diving into the titanium exhaust system transformation, it’s worth revisiting why the Audi RS6 GT is so significant. Inspired by the legendary IMSA GTO race cars of the late 1980s, the GT is more than just a styling exercise. Audi Sport stripped weight, sharpened handling, and added aerodynamic trickery such as a huge adjustable rear wing, front wing vents, and aggressive carbon details.

The twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 remains ferociously capable, with over 600 horsepower on tap, but it’s the car’s sharper character and limited production run that elevate it into instant collector’s item territory. This is Audi’s most focused RS6 yet — and as Dhyllan explained, “A car this hardcore deserves an exhaust note that lives up to the way it looks and drives.”

Why Akrapovič?

When it came to choosing the right exhaust, there was really only one name at the top of the list. Akrapovic has built its reputation through decades of motorsport success and by supplying factory racing teams with some of the most advanced exhaust technology on the planet. Bought from tuning specialists Peron Automotive, the Akrapovic titanium exhaust system offered the perfect blend of sound, performance, and engineering pedigree for the Audi RS6 GT super estate.

Manufactured from high-grade titanium, the Evolution Line system is a masterpiece of design and execution. It features one central and two side mufflers, linked by titanium collectors and freer-flowing stainless-steel link pipes that are larger in diameter than stock. Akrapovic even went as far as developing custom-made flex tubes, fully insulated where they attach to the downpipes, ensuring durability and precision fitment.

Compared to the stock system, the Akrapovic titanium exhaust system is not only lighter with a more consistent diameter bore and smoother bends to optimise gas flow, but it also looks much better too, its simple uncluttered lines and stunning titanium finish producing a system of unrivalled beauty – even if most people won’t even see it!

Control comes via three valves — one on each side muffler (as with the OEM system), plus a third inside Akrapovič’s complex active X-connection. All of these housings are cast in Akrapovic’s in-house foundry, underlining just how bespoke this system really is. The result is not just a louder exhaust, but one that is acoustically tuned to perfection across the entire rev range, and our Audi RS6 GT is the very first in the UK to receive this stunning system.

Tailpipes with a Difference

The finishing touch is a set of unique carbon-fibre/titanium tailpipes. Unlike anything Akrapovic has produced before, they combine a handmade carbon-fibre sleeve with a sandblasted, coated titanium inner section. The result is a muscular, motorsport-inspired look that perfectly complements the Audi super estate’s widened arches and aggressive aero. For even more drama, Akrapovic also offers a handmade carbon diffuser, available in either matte or gloss finish.

The Installation

Even though the titanium exhaust system comes with all necessary gaskets, fixings, wiring, and detailed instructions for installation, fitting the Audi RS6 GT exhaust to our car wasn’t without its challenges. The downpipe bolts and valve wiring are notoriously awkward to reach on the C8-generation RS6 platform, and with such an expensive system, precision is everything. Before installation, the entire setup was painstakingly ceramic coated to protect it from the elements and retain its flawless finish for years to come.

Once installed, the difference was immediate. Even in Comfort mode with the valves closed, the note is noticeably deeper and more purposeful than stock. Switch into Dynamic mode or use the handheld Akrapovic controller to fully open the valves, and the RS6 GT comes alive. The tone sharpens, volume increases significantly, and every downshift is punctuated by a crisp bark and overrun crackle. It’s everything Dhyllan wanted — an exhaust note that matches the GT’s extreme presence.

Sound and Performance

The real genius of the Akrapovic Audi RS6 GT exhaust is its balance. Despite the more aggressive tone, there’s no unwanted drone at motorway speeds. You can commute in Comfort mode without disturbing the neighbours, then unleash the full V8 soundtrack when the mood strikes.

Akrapovič also backs up the drama with measurable performance gains. On their in-house dyno, the Evolution Line (Titanium) showed a 15.7bhp increase at 6,150 rpm and a torque gain of 17.9 Nm at the same point, compared to Audi’s stock Sport exhaust. Perhaps even more impressive is the 10.4 kg weight saving — more than 20% lighter than the factory setup. In a car like the C8-generation RS6 GT, every kilo counts.

The Result

For Dhyllan and the Automotive Addiction team, this titanium exhaust upgrade was about unlocking the full character of the Audi RS6 GT. The Audi RS6 C8 exhaust system from Akrapovic amplifies everything that makes this car special — rarity, aggression, performance, and presence. It’s an investment in both sound and performance, a system as meticulously engineered as the car itself.

In Comfort mode, it remains civilised enough for long journeys or daily use. But open the valves with the press of a button, and the GT transforms into something feral, snarling with motorsport DNA. It’s a true Jekyll-and-Hyde experience that elevates the already special Audi RS6 GT into a league of its own.

To see and – more importantly – hear the results of this awesome upgrade, check out our Youtube video below.

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Last year’s inaugural event saw over 650 German-built cars taking pride of place, and this year’s show promised to offer an even broader showcase, from timeless classics to the very latest models. Visitors also enjoyed access to the Museum’s historic collection, including the 1928 BMW Dixi – the first car to carry the BMW badge and a fascinating slice of motoring history that was presented to the Trust in 1994 to mark the new partnership between BMW and Rover Group and to commemorate the fact that the first BMW car was conceived in Britain.

As one of the UK’s premier German performance car sales specialists – with over 700 Audi RS models sold to date, alongside numerous Porsche, BMW, Mercedes and VW models – this was an event that was simply too good for Automotive Addiction to miss. The team packed up the gazebo, grabbed the keys to some of their most eye-catching stock, and rolled into Gaydon in style.

Glorious sunshine meant perfect conditions, and the team’s stand quickly became a hotspot for enthusiasts. Among the cars, one surprise addition stood out – not German, but impossible to ignore – Dhyllan’s Lamborghini Huracan Performante. With its 640PS V12, rollcage, carbon-fibre bodywork and jaw-dropping Viola Parsifae paintwork protected by PPF, the limited-edition Lambo had spectators gathering from 50 feet away.

While the Italian stallion wowed the crowds, the spotlight belonged to the Audi RS6 GT, one of just 60 UK examples and finished in Audi Sport Heritage livery. This ultra-rare 600PS super estate was swarmed with fans throughout the day, eager to get a closer look at a car that redefines the family wagon. Seeing such a collectible RS6 in the wild is rare – and Automotive Addiction’s example was one of the finest on display anywhere in the UK.

Alongside the RS6 GT, the stand featured some of Automotive Addiction’s current sales stock, including a 510PS BMW M3 G80 in Voodoo Blue, a menacing 560PS Audi R8 GT in Phantom Black Metallic, and a track-focused BMW M4 GTS in Exclusive Frozen Dark Grey.

Customer cars also joined the display, such as a red Audi RS6 Carbon Black Edition recently treated to full-body paint protection film (PPF), a Volkswagen Golf R Clubsport, a rare Nogaro Blue Audi RS3 8Y, and a stripped-out BMW M2 track car – showing the depth and passion of the AA community.

Meeting Audi RS and BMW Enthusiasts Face-to-Face

“The stand was busy all day!” says Dhyllan. “It’s always great to meet past, present and hopefully future customers in the flesh – that way, they can see that we’re as passionate about these cars as they are. We work hard to present what we do and our values in our social media posts and YouTube videos, but nothing beats having a laugh and a conversation with a fellow enthusiast face-to-face.”

Beyond admiring the cars, visitors could see first-hand the benefits of paint protection film (PPF). Demonstrations on Automotive Addiction’s van allowed guests to scratch sections of film and then watch it self-heal with a touch of heat. For anyone in doubt about whether PPF is worth it for their Audi RS3, BMW M3 or Porsche 911, the live demonstration proved exactly how it keeps paintwork flawless.

Away from the stand, the Ultimate German Car Meet 2025 filled the Museum grounds with over 700 German cars, from classic BMW E30s and Porsche 911s to the very latest Audi RS and Mercedes-AMG models. It was a true feast for enthusiasts of German engineering.

Automotive Addiction Looks Ahead to 2026

Big thanks go out to Parmi Rawan for organising yet another stellar event – the whole day was top notch from start to finish, and Automotive Addiction will certainly be back again for the next Ultimate German Car Meet in a year’s time.

Drive Away Your Own Audi RS or AMG Hot Hatch Today

If you fell in love with any of the cars showcased at Gaydon, Automotive Addiction has Audi RS3, RS6, Mercedes A45 AMG and BMW M models available in stock now. Check out the full listings in our sales section, or call today to secure one with a deposit – and ensure you’ve got a show-stopping ride ready for next year’s meet!

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Designed to celebrate the brand’s motorsport heritage and engineering excellence, the RS6 GT is as much a collector’s item as it is a high-performance weapon. The model takes direct inspiration from the jaw-dropping RS6 GTO Concept, a one-off created by 12 Audi apprentices at the Neckarsulm Audi Sport facility back in 2020. That concept car, in turn, paid tribute to Audi’s legendary IMSA race cars of the ‘90s and celebrated 40 years of quattro technology.

Track-Bred Looks With Road Manners

While the 2020 GTO Concept came with full race-ready accoutrements such as a roll cage, window nets, and ultra-stripped interior, the RS6 GT adapts that raw motorsport aggression into a more road-friendly – yet still extremely focused – package.

The production GT retains the wide-arched presence of the concept thanks to an aggressively redesigned front bumper, bespoke carbon-fibre bonnet, and wider carbon front wings. Matching carbon side skirts, a massive ducktail rear spoiler, and a unique rear diffuser all help to enhance aerodynamic efficiency and downforce, keeping the 600PS super estate pinned to the tarmac at high speed.

While the powertrain remains close to the regular RS6’s proven formula – a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with 621bhp and quattro four-wheel drive – it’s the chassis tuning and lightweight engineering that sets the GT apart. It features fully adjustable Audi Sport coilover suspension, ceramic brakes, and a recalibrated rear differential, giving the car far sharper, more engaging on-limit behaviour than any RS6 before it.

Also unique to the RS6 GT are bespoke 22-inch six-spoke alloy wheels, finished to match each individual colour scheme and wrapped in ultra-sticky performance rubber. Every component on the RS6 GT feels designed for purpose – from the ground up.

Mild or Wild

Of the 60 RS 6 GTs allocated to the UK, buyers had a choice of three distinct colour schemes: Mythos Black with Ghost livery wrap and matt black alloys, Nardo Grey with Ghost livery wrap and matt black alloys or Akona White with Audi Sport’s striking red, black and grey Heritage livery and white alloys. While the black and grey options cater to those after subtle aggression, the Akona White model embraces Audi’s motorsport roots with a flamboyant visual nod to its IMSA glory days. Interestingly, it’s expected that around 60% of all RS6 GTs will be built in the bold white Heritage spec – which in our opinion is definitely the one to have. After all, why buy a ballistic limited edition super estate if you want to fly under the radar?

Inside: Race-Inspired Luxury

The interior of the RS6 GT bridges the gap between supercar performance and luxury estate comfort. Carbon-backed sports seats, finished in leather and Alcantara with bronze and red contrast quilting, dominate the cabin. Further Alcantara adorns the steering wheel and gear selector, while GT-specific badging reminds you that this is no ordinary RS model.

One important GT-specific deletion? The panoramic glass roof, which has been removed to lower weight and further boost chassis rigidity – a decision that highlights the RS6 GT’s pure performance ethos.

Exclusive by Design

Perhaps one of the most fascinating aspects of the RS6 GT is how hard it was – and still is – to buy one. Audi did not open order books to the general public. Instead, invitations were sent to a small selection of repeat Audi Sport customers and collectors with proven histories of buying and maintaining high-value RS models. Even then, each applicant was vetted, ensuring the car went to genuine enthusiasts rather than speculators.

This approach added yet another layer of exclusivity to an already rare car, making the RS6 GT one of the most sought-after modern Audi models in existence.

Skip the Line – Automotive Addiction Has One for Sale

But what if you weren’t invited? What if you’re an Audi enthusiast with a passion for fast estates but no prior buying history with Audi Sport?

That’s where Automotive Addiction, the highly respected performance car specialist based in Telford, comes in. Known for its fastidiously prepared and hard-to-find vehicles, Automotive Addiction has secured one of these rare RS6 GTs and is offering it to the public – no invitation required for £166,245 + VAT (or £2160 per month with finance).

This means you can skip the vetting process and own one of the most significant Audi models of the modern era without having to be on the inside track.

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A Sure-Fire Future Classic

With its ultra-limited production, bespoke engineering, motorsport roots and dramatic styling, the 2025 Audi RS6 GT is surely destined to become a future classic. It’s a car that combines the practicality of a long-roof estate with the heart of a thoroughbred performance machine – and thanks to Automotive Addiction, you don’t need Audi’s blessing to experience it.

For those lucky enough to secure one, the RS6 GT offers a driving experience that’s not just fast, but sharp, exclusive, and steeped in brand heritage. Whether you admire it as an investment or use it as intended – to dominate the road – the RS6 GT stands tall as a pinnacle of Audi engineering.

And now, with one available outside the closed world of invitation-only access, the opportunity to own this iconic super estate has never been more tangible. Act fast – cars like this rarely stay available for long.

Prepared to perfection – adding the difference

Even though this is a brand new car with just 14 delivery miles on the clock, it has still been subjected to our signature 100-hour pre-sale preparation process. This includes a full decontamination wash, multi-stage machine paint correction as well as treatments to the undercarriage, wheels, brakes, glass and interior by our skilled in-house professional detailing team in our bespoke studio. (£1200 worth of detailing prior to sale). 
To see more on ‘our difference’ please visit our dedicated ‘Our Difference’ website page or alternatively click here to watch our short film.

The ultimate company car?

If you’re a VAT Registered individual or company buying the car exclusively for business use – or export outside of the EU – you might be eligible to reclaim the 20% VAT from the purchase price. This means you could own this stunning machine for as little as £166,245! 

So don’t delay, get in touch with the team at Automotive Addiction today on 01952 780477.

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You can find more information on what makes the RS6 GT so special against an Audi RS6 Carbon Vorsprung by checking out our YouTube channel here

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When it comes to Audi’s iconic RS models, few companies can claim to have as much in-depth knowledge and expertise as Automotive Addiction. Having sold over 700 highly specified RS3s over the years, as well as being moderators on the Audi RS OC Facebook group and the owners of the Audi RS3 8Y and Audi RS6 GT Owners Club Facebook groups, there’s very little we don’t know about the Ingolstadt brand’s storming hot hatches.

But it’s not just the hatchbacks that we specialise in, as our passion also extends to the firm’s supercars and super saloons too, being the proud owners of both an R8 V10 Performance Parts Edition (one of only 44 worldwide and just 5 in the UK in right hand drive) and two – yes two! – RS6 GTs (one of only 660 worldwide and just 60 in the UK) where one of these uber limited wonder wagons is available for purchase while the other is remaining at Automotive Addiction HQ to be used as an ongoing project!

These ultra exclusive, limited edition models are not the kind of car you can simply buy anywhere, as their extreme rarity means only a handful of the UK’s most respected dealers and enthusiasts get offered the chance to buy one.

Launched in February 2024, with cars having only just been released to those exclusive outlets and individuals in early 2025, the RS6 GT is the latest, and possibly greatest, Audi model to enter the Automotive Addiction preparation booths.

Priced at an eye-watering £178,000 it is the most expensive Audi model ever released. Built as a homage to Audi’s American IMSA Sportscar Championship race car of the 1990s, it’s wild red, white and black colour scheme and brawnier bumpers may look just like  a cosmetic makeover, but the gamut of the GT’s bespoke parts and abilities are much more than just skin deep.

To see exactly how the range topping GT compares against the next best thing, we put it up against its slightly less exotic stablemate, the RS6 Carbon Vorsprung. But being Automotive Addiction, even this isn’t just a basic Carbon Vorsprung, as it has every single factory upgrade possible, making this one of the most loaded RS6’s on the road.

Coming in at £120,000, the Carbon Vorsprung isn’t exactly pocket change, but at a cool £60k less than the GT, it does make you question whether the extra exclusivity and performance are worth the additional outlay. We put the two side by side to highlight the differences so you can decide for yourself… click here to watch the video on our Youtube channel…

We’ll start with the most obvious difference: the paint. While the Carbon Vorspung keeps it cool and classy with its uniform covering of gorgeous Grenadine Red metallic paint, the GT keeps it loud and lairy with a tri-colour design that apes the iconic racing livery of the celebrated ‘90s track machine.

While it may not be to everyone’s taste, the eye catching styling includes bonnet stripes that look black from a distance, but close up you can see they are in fact clear, and the black you are seeing is actually the weave of the carbon-fibre underneath!

This use of the lightweight exotic composite extends beyond the GT’s bonnet to include the front wings too, which had additional air vents behind the wheels to allow pressure to escape from the arches, improving aerodynamics and brake cooling. The Carbon Vorsprung has to make do with aluminium versions for both bonnet and wings, and without the extra venting too.

There’s a considerable difference in the cars’ front bumpers too. The GT has its own bespoke item that is both deeper and wider with a larger Honeycomb grille and a red striped splitter skimming the tarmac. With the inner parts of the bumper also painted gloss black, it gives the impression of a seriously wide open-mouth intake, which is extremely aggressive. The one area where the Carbon Vorsprung trumps the GT at the front end is with the discreet fitment of its excellent night vision camera, which is located inside the right hand ring of the Audi badge. The GT does not come with this as an option.

Moving back from the front bumper and under those vented arches, the GT has a set of unique six-spoke wheels that are a retro design that harks back to models from the ‘80s and ‘90s. But while the spokes may be chunky, their forged aluminium construction means they remain super lightweight. The Carbon Vorsprung uses the more common split five-spoke rims, while both cars run Audi’s incredible carbon ceramic brakes behind them. These super stoppers come as standard on the GT and are a £10,000 option on the standard RS6.

Up top, to keep the car’s centre of gravity as low as possible, the GT has a lightweight aluminium roof with no roof rails or sunroof. This is in contrast to the Carbon Vorsprung which has both roof rails and a full panoramic roof, which while adding considerable weight to the highest part of the car, does provide a gloriously airy feel to the cabin and allows an unobstructed view of the sky and the burble from the meaty exhaust system. The glass roof is an option on RS6 GTs in Australia, (along with a host of other tasty upgrades that they get Down Under) but not in the UK.

Both cars have the same carbon-fibre clad mirrors, while the doors, rear quarters and side skirts are also identical – it’s at the rear of the car where the differences once again become more obvious.

Immediately noticeable is the large dual-element rear roof spoiler inspired by 2020’s RS6 GTO concept. Accompanied by a gurney flap to the rear bumper and a completely redesigned diffuser offering greater functionality, these aerodynamic upgrades increase downforce, helping to keep the rear of the car planted at speed. The final touch being the  bespoke GT badging, to complete the more menacing look to the rear end.

That about wraps up the exterior differences, so before we get into the performance upgrades, let’s take a peek into each car’s interior.

For starters, the Carbon Vorsprung has an opulent leather clad interior, with red stitching  and carbon fibre inlays to the dash and door cards. This contrasts with the GT’s more motorsport-inspired design which features swathes of tactile alcantara. (Again, the Aussies get the option to add carbon inlays to their GTs, but this is not an option in the UK) This suede-like material covers everything from the dashboard to the door cards, pillars and headlining, with the bespoke carbon-backed bucket seats also getting in on the action, topped off with red and bronze stitching.

The front seats themselves differ too, not just in their choice of trim, but in their design and functionality, the GT coming with deeper bolsters and manual adjustment to minimise weight, while the Carbon Vorsprung has fully electric, full leather sports seats with both cooling and heating functions. The rear bench seats are the same, except for the different trim materials and stitching colours which match their respective fronts.

Both cars have the same centre consoles and multi-function steering wheels, with only the addition of a unique numbered build plate between the arm rest and centre console and bronze stitching to accompany the red thread on the GT.

The floor mats are bespoke to the GT with RS6 GT badging stitched in red, while the puddle lights and stainless steel sills also display RS6 GT logos.

The GT’s motorsport theme continues with the dash clocks, which are stark white on the GT while the car’s multifunction LCD display can be set to show a graphic of the car in its full livery. Tech wise, both cars are very similar with only the omission of soft-close doors on UK examples of the GT, again most likely to reduce any unnecessary weight.

The final visual difference between the models is the additional of red seat belts in the GT compared to more subtle black with red pin stripe items in the Carbon Vorsprung.

Considering both models use the same 4.0-litre twin turbocharged V8 delivering 621bhp – albeit with meatier OPF-back exhaust and a slight remap to the ECU in the GT to sharpen throttle response and increase midrange punch – it’s remarkable how differently they drive. The GT is a much more focused, more raw machine that shrinks around you when on the move and feels like a much smaller car due to its nimble handling and razor sharp responses.

Much of this is down to the car’s reduced mass, a byproduct of the use of lightweight parts and a lack of panoramic roof, but can also be attributed to the car’s uprated suspension and running gear.

The GT uses bespoke coilovers with three-way adjustment for height, compression and rebound that have been tuned to offer a more sporty ride and increased precision in the steering and handling. Combined with a rear differential reconfigured to send a greater percentage of the torque to the rear wheels, and the GT feels like a completely different animal to the Carbon Vorsprung, with more punch, faster, rifle bolt gearchanges and a more racey feel to the steering and ride.

So there you have it. A comprehensive run down of all of the differences between the RS6 GT and a fully loaded RS6 Carbon Vorsprung. While its clear the GT boasts a more focused drive and a more standout aesthetic, it does come at a hefty financial cost over an already epically capable Carbon Vorsprung. Whether that cost for the rarity, brutal race-inspired looks and undiluted performance are worth it, is totally subjective and up to the individual to decide. But one thing is for sure, both of these super estates are truly groundbreaking models that redefine not just the genre, but what is even possible with a five-seat estate car.

Two truly remarkable machines, but which would you choose?

Get your hands on a GT – today!

To get one of Audi’s halo model super estates from a main dealer requires an invitation to buy, making acquiring one a difficult and lengthy process. However, we’ve cut all the red tape and have got a brand new delivery mileage RS6 GT that’s available for sale today! Don’t delay, get in touch with our expert sales team today to find out more information or to place a deposit. Your dream car could be closer than you think!

We want your RS!

If it’s time to upgrade your RS6, then be sure to contact us for a price. We are currently on the lookout for exceptional enthusiast owned RS6 models to increase our sales stock. Top prices are paid for meticulously maintained examples with impeccable ownership histories, so don’t delay, get in touch today.

Also, if you happen to own one of Audi’s halo RS6 GT models, why not join our brand new Audi RS6 GT Owners Club Facebook group to keep up to date with the model and other owners worldwide. 

Finally, whether you’re an RS owner or not, make sure to check out Automotive Addiction’s Youtube channel. On here you will find a host of regular videos including a series documenting the progress of our own RS6 GT as we put it through a series of bespoke upgrades including custom carbon interior inlays, paint protection film, retrofit audio upgrades, engine bay improvements and much more! https://www.youtube.com/@automotiveaddictionuk

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When it comes to car brands, Automotive Addiction has Audi in the blood. So much so, you could cut us open and we’d have the iconic four-ringed logo running through us like the lettering in a stick of Blackpool rock! So when it was announced there was to be a new ultra-limited version of the range-topping RS6 super estate being launched, we knew this was a car we needed to get our hands on. The problem is, it’s numbers are so limited, that Audi won’t let just anyone buy one…

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The story of Automotive Addiction’s obsession with the Ingolstadt-based brand began with its founder Dhyllan Bhadal or, more precisely, his Mum. As the owner of a relatively humble white Audi 90 back in the 1990s, it was her car that would ferry an impressionable Dhyllan to school and back, as well as out on day trips with the family.

This connection was what formed his love for not only Audis, but cars in general. Of course, it didn’t hurt that, at the time, Audi was dominating the American IMSA Sportscar Championship in a wild 90-based GTO racecar driven by motor racing legends such as Hurley Haywood and Walter Rohrl.

Built upon a lightweight spaceframe chassis with ridiculously wide arches, white wheels and a 720bhp 2.2-litre turbocharged five-pot engine, it was a fearsome machine with an eye-catching Audi Sport livery of white with red, black and grey stripes. While not quite the same as the car he admired on the racetrack, in a young Dhyllan’s head, his Mum’s wheels were the next best thing.

As a special edition model limited to just 44 examples worldwide with just five residing in the UK, when Dhyllan first approached Audi to purchase one, he was turned away. Deemed not worthy enough to buy one of its halo performance cars, he was deflated but not discouraged and, through sheer determination, he eventually managed to acquired one secondhand, albeit with only 700 miles on the clock. 

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How times have changed. Now, just five years later, and renowned as one of the UK’s foremost authorities in the sale of Audi RS models – specialising initially on high-specification RS3 models – it was not Dhyllan asking Audi to buy its new model, it was them contacting him! However, it wasn’t quite as simple as it sounds…

Having forged strong links with Crewe Audi over the years, Dhyllan was the dealer’s first port of call when it received its allocation of RS6 GT build slots to be offered to its best and most exclusive clientele. Unfortunately, even then, it wasn’t a done deal, as the dealer was only offering him a chance to apply for this exalted opportunity, as each person wanting a chance to obtain an RS6 GT was to undergo a meticulous vetting process by Audi themselves, requiring a overview of the customer’s Audi connections including a detailed list of previously-owned RS products in order to qualify.

Luckily, with over 30 of the firm’s top models notched into his proverbial bed post, as well as the uber rare R8 Performance Parts currently sitting on his driveway, Dhyllan made the cut and was offered one of the exclusive slots. 

When confirming a build, RS6 GT customers get to request, not specify, a paint colour, after which Audi will allocate you a colour, with your first choice in mind, but cannot guarantee which one, as there are only set numbers of each that will be built.

Costing a cool £178,000, you might expect to be able to choose your own colour, but that’s not how it works, apparently. The RS6 GT is limited to just 660 units worldwide, with the UK getting an allocation of 60 of that total. Of these 60, three different colour schemes are available: subtle options of Mythos black and Nardo grey, both with Ghost livery wrapping and matt black alloy wheels, and the more radical Akona White with Audi Sport’s red, black and grey Heritage livery wrapping and white alloys. It’s thought that around 60% of the final cars will be the wild white versions by the time production ends.

Obviously, you don’t buy a car like the RS6 GT to shrink into the background, so Dhyllan selected the white, not only to stand out, but also as it harks back to his early memories of the iconic IMSA racer that he loved as a child. But apart from the colour, what was it about the car that made Dhyllan stump up such an extraordinary amount for this limited edition super estate? Surely the RS6 GT is much more than just an expensive sticker pack, isn’t it? 

Based broadly on the RS6 GTO concept car from 2020 – a car inspired by the bonkers IMSA racecar of the 90s and built by 12 apprentices from Audi Sport’s Neckarsulm facility to celebrate 40 years of quattro four wheel drive technology – the 2025 RS GT features a host of bespoke parts and panels exclusively made for the model, focused solely on improving the car’s already stellar performance. 

While the concept’s wild rollcage, bucket seats and window nets has been ditched in favour of a more traditional, yet still sporty, road-going cockpit, the fitment of a wider, more aggressive front bumper combined with a lightweight bonnet and wider front wings constructed from carbon fibre is very similar to the concept. These work together with modified side skirts, a large ducktail rear spoiler and a unique rear diffuser to improve the car’s aerodynamics and add downforce to pin the car to the tarmac at speed. 

But it’s not just cosmetics, because there’s fully adjustable Audi Sport suspension under the wide arches and powerful ceramic brakes too. A reconfigured rear differential and bespoke six-spoke 22in wheels also aids traction and improves handling on the limit. 

Inside the car is a pair of gorgeous carbon-backed sports seats and swathes of Alcantara with red and bronze quilting, giving a luxurious yet purposeful air to the interior. The absence of a heavy panoramic glass roof, simply reinforces the GT’s sporting credentials even further.

But even all these upgrades, and the model’s strong emotional links to his childhood hero car, were only part of the reason that Dhyllan took the plunge. The final thing that tipped him over the edge was one of necessity – or, at least, necessity with a heavy dose of man maths…

You see, our fearless leader has recently become a father, and without a car with more than two seats to his name, it was high-time he bought himself a family car. Of course, there are many other options he could’ve chosen for his new family wagon, but as a moderator on the Audi RS Owners Club, an Audi sales specialists and a fellow passionate Audiphile himself, there were few models that ticked all the boxes like the RS6 GT. After all, who doesn’t need a 4.0-litre twin turbocharged V8 delivering 621bhp and 0-60mph in 3.3 seconds to do the school run?

The wait until the GT was delivered to Crewe Audi for collection was as excruciating as it was exciting, and when the day came for us to collect the car it was like Christmas had come early – so we jumped in with Dhyllan in his R8 and made our way to the dealership, eager to see this unique machine in the metal. 

As professional detailers by trade, we were keen to be the first people to touch and clean the car after delivery, so when we arrived at Audi, the GT was still wrapped up in its protective delivery covers, without receiving its pre-delivery inspection and usual pre-collection clean and preparation. 

It was strange seeing a brand new car like this and we were surprised at just how dirty the wheels were just from the delivery journey to the dealership. It was extremely satisfying to remove all of the protection material though, with the sound of the various zips and delivery packing adhesive being taken off making it a treat for AMSR fans! Just check out the video on Youtube!

Once free of its defensive shackles, the GT could be admired in all its glory. It’s certainly an imposing machine and the lairy colourway makes the effect even more pronounced.

Even though we’ve only just picked it up, there’s already a growing list of modifications and retrofits that Dhyllan wants to do to his brand new RS6 GT, starting with our trademark 100-hour preparation process before a comprehensive protection with paint protection film – contact us today to learn more about paint protection film services and how it can benefit your car – But believe us, this is just the tip of the iceberg!

As his own personal car, this is not something we will be selling anytime soon, so Dhyllan is throwing everything at the GT to showcase all of the amazing work we do here at Automotive Addiction and create his very own vision of the perfect RS6 GT. Follow us on social media and Youtube as we document the whole process to see just how mental this project is going to turn out. 

If you have an RS6, or any Audi RS model, that you think would make a good addition to our stock list, please get in touch. We offer top prices for the very best cars and are keen to expand our supply of these amazing super estates. You can check out our current stock of Audi RS models below. Don’t delay, call Automotive Addiction today on 01952 780477.

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