Audi's flagship car boasting a very high specification
A highly original example in remarkable condition for its age
Well maintained with lots of paperwork including original brochures and a set of original workshop manuals
A rare sight on UK roads
The Appeal
A capable four-door, full size luxury sedan, the Audi V8 created a new elevated image for the company, providing a viable alternative to established competitors and serving as Audi's flagship model. It was the first car from Audi to use a V8 engine, and also the first Audi to combine a Quattro system with an automatic transmission. In this regard, the V8 car was a cornerstone in developing the history of the Audi marque as it is today.
Here we have one of the few surviving examples which is in remarkably good condition for its age. Morevover, it's accompanied by a wealth of paperwork, detailing a rich history. It was a dealer demonstrator for the Tonbridge Audi in Kent, then was bought by the director of that dealership, and after that being owned by an Audi mechanic for most of its life.
History & Paperwork
First registered on 01.08.1990, it was a demo car, for the Tonbridge Audi dealership in Kent, then was bought by the director of that dealership
Then owned by an Audi mechanic for most of its life
The previous owner bought it in 2008
186,250 miles
Barely driven during current ownership
Requires an MOT - last inspection expired on 2nd September 2022
It comes with original sales brochures, workshop manuals in English language (very rare), all the original booklets/ manuals
Well-stamped service book
Comes with 2 keys
The Condition
Galvanised steel body
Period-correct BBS alloy wheels fitted
In remarkably good overall condition for its age and mileage
No notable damage or corrosion to report
Overall, the bodywork of this Audi V8 Quattro, is in very good condition, with only minor imperfections along the boot closing corners
Pearlescent paintwork is in very good condition and partially repainted.
Comes fitted with rain tires which have not covered many miles
The driver's seat shows age-commensurate wear
The passenger seat has a small crack in leather
The headlining was replaced, as was the steering wheel
While operational, the sunroof occasionally doesn't close on the first attempt
We're informed that the AC is fully working and it has been gas converted
Comes with 2 keys
The Audi V8 came standard with a range of features including:
Walnut wood trim
Grey leather
Heated seats
Automatic climate control system
Electric front seats with memory function
Dual power side mirrors with electrically heated defog
Power windows
Central locking system with heated locks
Trip information computer
Rear window defogger
Interior lighting courtesy delay
Premium sound system
Woven wool carpets
Wiper washer system
Rear window sun-blind
The Mechanics
3.6-litre, 32v 4OHC V8 petrol engine
Automatic gearbox with three modes: S (sport), E (economic) and M (manual)
Legendary Quattro drivetrain
Electronic cruise control
Power-assisted steering
Bosch Motronic fully electronic ECU
High-performance brake system with radially ventilated disc brakes front and rear
Bosch ABS
We're informed that it drives immensely well, without any apparent issues
Clean and well-presented under the bonnet
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Auction Details
Year1990
Make
Audi
Model
V8
Colour
Dark red
Odometer
186,250 Miles
Engine size3562
Seller TypeTrade
Town
Leitrim
Country
Ireland
Auction ends
Bidding history
17 Bids
pkell••••£4,45004/01/24
Rapid13••••£4,35004/01/24
Rapid13••••£4,20004/01/24
janusz-••••£4,10004/01/24
steyr.5••••£4,00004/01/24
janusz-••••£3,80004/01/24
impreza••••£3,70003/01/24
janusz-••••£3,50003/01/24
impreza••••£3,40003/01/24
janusz-••••£3,20002/01/24
impreza••••£3,00002/01/24
janusz-••••£2,80001/01/24
Rapid13••••£2,70001/01/24
Chloeky••••£2,60031/12/23
doug-th••••£2,50030/12/23
0055••••£1,60030/12/23
alexand••••£1,50030/12/23
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