Martinsville, NJ | USA
Description
Super rare 1999 Audi S4 Avant in Achate Grey with cloth interior. This car was imported from the UK with Full Service history. This is a clean example of what we don't get stateside. This car comes with Audi service booklet stamped and receipts. Timing belt done at 132k. Thus car is a slicktop with cloth interior and is super clean for its age. Car is tuned by MRC in the UK. Has cables downpipe and exhaust done properly in the UK. Has KW coils and is a blast. Car was bought like this and not tou...
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Our Take:
- Rarity and Obscureness: The 1999 Audi S4 Avant is a bit of a unicorn, especially in the United States. Audi didn’t officially sell the S4 Avant stateside, so finding one—particularly a right-hand drive imported from the UK—makes this model exceptionally rare. Its rarity is compounded by the fact that it’s an “Avant”, Audi's way of making station wagons cool, which wasn't a huge hit in the American market at the time.
- Performance Heritage: Under the hood, this S4 Avant packs a 2.7-liter biturbo V6, a powerplant that became iconic for its tunability and, let's face it, its personality full of charm and quirks. A manual transmission paired with this engine is a purist's dream, offering an engaging driving experience that evokes the analog joys of the late '90s.
- Unique Features and Modifications: This particular S4 Avant has been treated to some notable upgrades. It’s tuned by MRC Tuning in the UK, a name that car enthusiasts might equate with reliability and well-engineered performance gains. The combination of cables downpipe, upgraded exhaust system, and KW coilovers means this car is not just about straight-line speed, but also handling; it’s set up to hug the curves with a composure that would make any car lover grin.
- Cultural Appeal: Right-hand drive in a left-hand drive world adds to the character of this vehicle. Driving it could almost feel like being in a Bond movie, without the ejector seat. The Achate Grey with cloth interior is another nod to a bygone era when car interiors were less about tech gadgets and more about driver focus. It harkens back to a time when Audi was solidifying its reputation for making cars that were refined yet understated.
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