Audi RS 6 Avant(1:18, GT Spirit)
- Audi RS 6 Avant (from 2020)
- GT Spirit
- 1:18
- Showcase model / No engine
- resin
- Merlin Purple Satin
- In near mint condition
- Original packaging exists
- Not for sale
Model intro: RS icon for your display case
This model is from Modelly user “Stingrayman” and shows the Audi RS 6 Avant as a faithful display model. It’s a 1/18 scale piece made by GT Spirit, cast in resin. The run is Limited to 1199 pieces worldwide, so it’s easy to place in a collection. Resin models like this are screwed together and don’t open, which keeps panel gaps and surfaces very clean and lets the shape of the real car come through precisely. The photos show the RS 6 Avant’s distinctive proportions: long roofline, wide fenders and a deep front bumper. The grille has the black four rings, and the license-plate insert reads “Audi Sport.” Black window trim and black roof rails match the sporty look. For collectors who want a modern RS icon in the cabinet, this resin 1/18 model from GT Spirit is a neat, space-saving alternative to the real thing.
The real car: specs and development of the current generation
The subject here is the Audi RS 6 Avant of the C8 generation (built from 2019–today). It follows the C7 (built 2013–2018) and is a high-performance station wagon based on the A6. At its heart is a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo (TFSI) with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and cylinder deactivation (COD) — so: 4.0‑liter V8 (about 244 cu in / 1.06 US gal) with mild-hybrid tech. Output is 441 kW (600 PS / ~591 hp) and peak torque is 800 Nm (about 590 lb‑ft). Power is sent through an 8-speed Tiptronic to a permanent quattro all‑wheel drive with a mechanical center differential. That combo gets the Audi RS 6 Avant from 0–100 km/h in roughly 3.6 seconds (0–62 mph), and top speed is electronically limited depending on the package to 250 / 280 / 305 km/h (about 155 / 174 / 190 mph). It comes with an RS‑tuned air suspension as standard; steel-sprung “DRC” (Dynamic Ride Control) was available as an option. Optional rear-wheel steering improves agility and stability. Big brakes are standard, with optional ceramic fronts up to 440 millimeters (about 17.3 inches) up front. Lighting is Matrix-LED, with optional laser high beam. The body measures roughly 4.99 m (16 ft 4.4 in) long, 1.95 m (6 ft 4.8 in) wide and 1.46 m (4 ft 9.5 in) tall; luggage volume is about 565 liters (≈20.0 cu ft) up to over 1,600 liters (≈56.5 cu ft). Design was led by Audi’s Marc Lichte, and the performance engineering was done by Audi Sport GmbH (formerly quattro GmbH); key development leads included Stephan Reil and later Oliver Hoffmann. The mix of a high‑power drivetrain in a practical wagon body is a defining trait of the RS6 line since the early generations.
Model details: paint, wheels and visible features
The resin miniature reproduces the singleframe grille, the three-part lower intakes and the sharp headlight shapes of the Audi RS 6 Avant. The finish looks like a matte, slightly metallic violet — it really brings out the edges on the hood and fenders. Black trim pieces — front splitter, mirror caps, window trim and roof rails — give it a Black Optics vibe. The wheels are large, five V‑spokes and you can see ventilated discs with red calipers. At the rear you get the wide haunches, the relatively flat rear window with a roof spoiler and a hinted diffuser; the exhaust outlets are modelled as oval RS pipes. Inside the model there are dark seats, a sporty steering wheel and the usual Audi cockpit layout; dash, center console and door details are visible even though the resin model doesn’t open. The execution looks cohesive, panel gaps are even and the glazing sits flush — typical of a well-made resin piece. And again: this is a 1/18 model from GT Spirit, with that smooth resin surface feel.
Collector relevance: limited run, care tips and where it fits
For collectors the key point is the clear limitation: this model is Limited to 1199 pieces worldwide, which helps with provenance and display logic. The example from “Stingrayman” is shown in a cabinet setup (you can tell from the glass shelf reflections and other models in the background). Resin models should be kept out of direct sunlight and dusted only with soft cloths. The sturdy base, detailed tires and correctly aligned wheels make it easy to display alongside other RS6 versions or the earlier C7 to show the visual and tech evolution (wider stance, new front end, additions like 48‑volt mild hybrid and rear-wheel steering on the C8). The purple-ish paint shown here contrasts nicely with the common grays and blacks, and really highlights the wide fenders. If you like tech details, the visible cues — big brakes, aggressive front aero and the oval exhausts — line up well with the real car’s specs. All in all, this resin model is a straightforward, limited 1/18 representation of the Audi RS 6 Avant that nails the main design and tech signatures of the current generation and makes a solid display piece.
Chriskitt
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Chriskitt
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Cool Combi! 😎😎😎🙏👍👍👍