2008 AUDI RS 4 | WUADU78E18N901457

2008 AUDI RS 4 | WUADU78E18N901457

COPART VIN: WUADU78E18N901457 Lot number: 64750055 Auction date: 2025-07-29 Final bid: $10,600
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Seller:GEICOLocation:FL - TAMPA SOUTHDrive:All wheel driveTransmission:MANUALFuel:GASEngine:4.2L 8

Lot details

  • Sale Date
    2025-07-29
  • Lot Number
    64750055
  • ACV
    31200 $
  • Location
    FL - TAMPA SOUTH
  • Odometer
    115,758 miles (186,294 km)
  • Primary Damage
    FRONT END
  • Seller
    GEICO

Vehicle details

  • Make
  • Model
    RS4
  • Year
    2008
  • Fuel
    GAS
  • Engine
    4.2L 8
  • Transmissions
    MANUAL
  • Drive Type
    All wheel drive
Final bid: $10,600

Vehicle specifications

Engine Versions
1
Original Highest MSRP
~$70,000
The most powerful engine version for models
RS4
Engine: 4.2L naturally aspirated V8
Torque: 430 Nm
0–100 km/h: ~4.8 s

The RS4’s 4.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 was a masterpiece of high-rev engineering — screaming up to 8,250 rpm with ferocity more akin to an exotic coupe than a compact executive car. With 420 hp delivered without any turbo lag, its power delivery was razor-sharp and immediate, delivering a visceral punch all the way to the redline. In an era increasingly shifting toward forced induction, this free-breathing unit stood out as a purist’s delight.

The RS4’s quattro system — with a rear-biased 40:60 torque split — was a significant evolution over previous Audi setups, helping reduce understeer and bringing livelier rear-end dynamics. Paired with the Dynamic Ride Control system, which actively countered roll and pitch, the RS4 delivered balanced, communicative handling that responded instantly to driver inputs. The steering was hydraulic and heavy — confidence-inspiring on backroads, even if less nimble than rear-drive rivals.

While the RS4 was built on the same chassis as the regular B7 A4, its character was entirely transformed. It was aggressive, involving, and rewarding — bridging the gap between super sedan and track weapon. It offered the poise of an M3 with the grip of a rally car, wrapped in a more mature, all-season package. It was a car for those who didn’t just want to drive fast, but wanted to feel fast.

Final Bid Audi RS4 (2008)

Minimum Final Bid:
$10,600
Average Final Bid:
$10,600
Maximum Final Bid:
$10,600
Source Distribution:
Copart: 100% (1) | IAAI: 0% (0)

Body Styles

The B7 RS4 was offered as a sedan, Avant (wagon), and convertible — each maintaining the aggressive but restrained Audi aesthetic. The sedan’s proportions were tightly sculpted, with flared wheel arches that gave it a planted, athletic stance. The wide track and lowered ride height were not just visual statements — they defined the car’s purposeful footprint. The Avant balanced practicality with power in a uniquely European formula, while the Cabriolet added a layer of grand-touring charm without compromising too much in performance. Deep front air dams, subtle side sills, oval exhaust tips, and a rear diffuser visually separated the RS4 from lesser A4s, but without resorting to flash.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

"RS" stands for RennSport, or "racing sport" in German — Audi's badge for its highest-performing models, developed with input from quattro GmbH (now Audi Sport). The number 4 refers to its positioning within the A4 family, marking it as the high-performance version of the B7 chassis platform.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

The RS4 came in a range of bold and subdued finishes — from Phantom Black Pearl and Daytona Grey to brighter options like Sprint Blue and Imola Yellow. Exclusive hues like Mugello Blue and Avus Silver gave the car a tailored identity among executive sport sedans. Paintwork was rich in metallic flake and depth, with options for matte-finish accents and blacked-out trim packages enhancing the visual aggression.

Inside, the RS4’s cockpit was motorsport-inspired, yet distinctly Audi in its clean layout. Deeply bolstered Recaro sport seats in black Nappa leather with optional contrast stitching were standard in most markets, with bucket seats as a further performance upgrade. Carbon fiber trim, aluminum pedals, and a flat-bottom steering wheel reinforced the athletic purpose. Alcantara accents in the shift boot and steering wheel added tactile finesse, while red backlighting gave the cockpit a stealthy glow at night.

The RS4 rode on unique 19-inch "7-arm double spoke" alloys as standard, with optional 5-spoke "Rotor" designs available in titanium or polished silver. These wheels housed massive 365 mm cross-drilled front brake rotors with 8-piston calipers — a visual and functional highlight.

Top Expensive Options

  • Recaro bucket front seats with fixed backrest: $3,200
  • Ceramic brake package (optional on Euro spec): $6,800
  • Carbon fiber interior trim package: $1,200
  • Adaptive Bi-Xenon headlights: $1,000
  • Bose Premium Audio System: $900
  • RS navigation plus with color screen: $2,200
  • Electric sunroof: $1,050
  • Sprint Blue Pearl Effect paint: $750
  • Rear side airbags: $400
  • Sport suspension with DRC recalibration: $1,500

vs Competitors

The RS4 B7 was Audi’s answer to the BMW M3 E46 and the Mercedes C55 AMG — but it didn’t merely imitate. While the M3 was more nimble and rear-driven, the RS4 offered all-season usability with its quattro grip and greater torque from lower revs. Against the C55’s V8 muscle, the RS4’s higher-revving engine and tighter chassis made it feel more race-bred and less cruiser. The RS4 also featured a 6-speed manual only — a bold statement in an age of growing automatics. It was less tail-happy than the M3, but more secure on poor surfaces and in inclement weather, making it the thinking driver’s performance car for real-world conditions.

Fun Fact

The B7 RS4 was the first Audi RS model to use a naturally aspirated engine — a departure from the turbocharged formula that defined its predecessors. It was also the only RS4 generation to come as a convertible, making it a unique combination of high-rev excitement and open-top luxury — a formula never repeated in the RS lineup since.