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The combination of a built 2.2-liter five-cylinder, standalone VEMS management, and a swapped 01E six-speed turns this limited-production Avant into a heavily engineered performance car, with the modification list extending through the differentials, suspension, and brakes. The gaps in its Carfax, corrosion, illuminated warning lights, inoperative horn, turn-signal reset, and A/C system, plus the tired interior, are the trade-offs.
Strengths
- 1995 S6 Avant, one of 259 sold in the United States for that model year.
- Built engine, Xona Rotor 8264S turbocharger, and custom VEMS tune are documented in the seller's modification list, with a dyno sheet showing 667 horsepower.
- The 01E six-speed swap includes upgraded first and second gears, a TDI-sourced sixth gear, a JH Motorsports center differential
- Service records and a Carfax report are included; the report shows no accidents or mileage discrepancies during its reported periods.
Watch For
- The Carfax report has multiple reporting gaps.
- Exterior chips, scratches, dents, paint blemishes, and corrosion near the driver-side taillight and on underbody components are noted.
- The seller reports illuminated airbag and brake warning lights, with the horn, turn-signal reset, and A/C system inoperative.
- Interior wear, a sagged headliner, and loose door-panel trim are noted; the tires carry 2020 date codes.
