This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Saturday the 8th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. The high performance variant of the Audi A4 range, the RS 4, debuted on the B5 platform in 1999, at which time there was only one body style on offer, the five-door Avant estate. This first model was powered by a twin-turbocharged, 2.7-litre, 30-valve V6, developed in collaboration with Cosworth, which produced a substantial 375bhp coupled to a 6-speed manual gearbox and permanent Quattro four-wheel drive, offering impressive traction and performance. The B5 lasted in production until 2001 with only approximately 400 built in right-hand drive, and there would be no RS 4 in the succeeding B6 range. This original UK-supplied example was first registered on 9th February 2001 and is finished in Santorini Blue, a rare hue with only three believed to have been ordered in this colour for the UK-market. With the only known upgrade being to the front brakes which are now fitted with 8-pot RS 6/R8 callipers with discs and pads, a known modification which offers a significant improvement in retardation. This car has belonged to the same family for 22 years, since their purchase in 2003. Owned by our vendor, then our vendor’s late father and subsequently put in our vendor's name on 5th May 2025. The ownership records show four former registered keepers but two of these are within the same family. At the time of cataloguing, the recorded mileage was 24,279. Supplied with a the detailed service history, with three cambelt changes. Also, MOT history - is available view online back to 2006 at 12,509 miles. The current MOT Certificate is valid until June 2026 (no advisories). The registration number seen in our images does not form part of the sale and the car will be returned to its original registration, X738 JGK, prior to sale Already regarded as a future classic, the RS 4 B5 enjoys a dedicated following among knowledgeable Audi enthusiasts, many of whom are holding on to their first generation cars. This well preserved, low-mileage RS 4 Avant presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Audi’s most celebrated performance estates in a rare colour from long term, caring ownership and we invite and encourage your inspection at our NEC Sale.