In the realm of Audi, the “RS” badge is synonymous with the pinnacle of performance within each model line. Almst every Audi model has its own RS variant, with the Avant versions, such as the RS4 and RS6, being particularly popular. During my pilgrimage to Ultrace in Wrocław, Poland this year, I encountered this stunning RS6 built by Absolute Motors. This specimen hails from the latest, fourth generation, the C8. The RS Avant lineage traces back to 1994, when the Audi RS2 Avant made its debut.
The Audi RS2 Avant was the first to bear the RS designation and was launched in the legendary Nagaro Blue color. This car and color have since achieved iconic status among Audi enthusiasts, including the team at Absolute Motors. Their Audi RS6 pays homage to the RS2 in several meticulous ways.
Starting with the exterior, it’s resprayed in the signature Nagaro Blue, directly referencing the original RS2. The car is outfitted with an upper rear wing, lower side sill extensions, a lower front bumper apron, and a replacement rear diffuser, all sourced from Urban Automotive and finished in carbon fiber. A subtle detail not to be overlooked is the RS badge at the rear, styled after the RS2’s emblem but updated to RS6, complete with a nod to the original Porsche collaboration, but more on that later.
Absolute Motors partnered with Yido Performance to design custom 5-spoke wheels, sized 11×22 ET12 all round, in Satin Silver Metallic. Behind these wheels, the standard Audi braking system peeks through, though enhanced with red painted calipers bearing the Porsche logo, another playful nod to the RS2 heritage. The vehicle is lowered using a Sports Adjustable Ride System for that perfect stance.
Under the hood, the modifications continue with an Eventuri intake system, enhancing airflow and squeezing out a few extra horsepower. The RS2’s engine was a 5-cylinder inline unit developed by Audi and further refined by Porsche, featuring new camshafts, bigger injectors, larger turbos, and a reprogrammed ECU. Porsche was proud to affix its “Powered by Porsche” logo on the engine block. While Porsche had no hand in this RS6’s V8 Twin Turbo powerhouse, the nostalgic logo on the metal cover of the engine is a fitting tribute.
The interior, where owners spend most of their time, has been entirely reimagined. All removable plastic parts are tinted blue, and anything that couldn’t be painted is now clad in carbon fiber with an Urban Automotive motif . Alcantara swathes the cabin, with seats completely reupholstered, featuring fabric centers embroidered, again with the Urban Automotive motif. Blue stitching throughout the interior ensures a cohesive, premium feel.
This Absolute Motors RS6 C8 is not just a car; it’s a beautifully crafted homage to Audi’s storied past, a tribute to the legendary RS2 Avant. It embodies the perfect blend of nostalgia and modern performance, ensuring the legacy of the RS badge remains undefeated.
