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Audi RS4 (B5)

1999–2001

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  • Lowest price

    $35,350

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    $36,750

    Since 2020 · n=3

  • Highest price

    $42,250

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    3

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 3 lots

Audi RS4

Based on 3 verified auction results

HOLDStablemedium confidence

$36,750

Market value · recent verified sales

+7.4%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Prices have been flat (+7.4%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

7/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

$43,966

+20%

5-Year Forecast

$46,601

+27%

Estimates based on 3 verified Australia sales.

Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Good

60

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Audi RS4 B5 is trading at a median of $36,750 AUD in the Australian market, up 7.4 percent over the past twelve months—a steady appreciation signal in a classically tight segment. With only three recorded transactions over that period, the dataset reflects the thinly traded nature of this model locally, though the consistency of activity suggests underlying demand among a niche collector base.

The B5 RS4 qualifies as highly collectible with a score of 7, supported by its relatively constrained production run of 6,030 units globally and its status as an appreciating classic. The combination of limited supply and moderate desirability keeps it positioned above typical modern used car dynamics, though it has not yet achieved the liquidity or uniformity of pricing seen in mainstream collectible segments.

Transaction frequency remains thin with no active listings observed at the time of assessment. This scarcity can work both ways: sellers may face longer holding periods between sales, while serious buyers pursuing this model often pay fair-market premiums rather than negotiate aggressively. The three-transaction sample size constrains confidence, placing medium weight on near-term signals.

Base projections model appreciation to $43,966 AUD within three years (19.6 percent gain) and $46,601 AUD within five years (26.8 percent total). These forecasts assume stable demand among European sports-car enthusiasts and continued supply constraints typical of low-volume 1990s German performance machinery. Condition variance and specification details will likely drive individual transaction results more than broader market movement at this liquidity level.

The hold-or-wait recommendation reflects a stable but slow-moving asset. Owners should not expect rapid gains, but the trajectory suggests patient holding aligns with underlying market direction. Entry points at or below current median offer reasonable value for collectors prioritizing long-term appreciation over short-term liquidity.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value$36,750
  • Annual appr. rate+7.4%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked9
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared9 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)$910
  • Maintenance$1,830
  • Storage$4,870
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost$7,610
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months1
  • Sell-Through33%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price$38,117
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range$35,350 – $42,250
  • Total Sales Tracked3

Recent sales

  • $35,350

    Collecting Cars · 12 Nov 2025

  • $42,250

    Collecting Cars · 15 Oct 2024

  • $36,750

    Collecting Cars · 23 Nov 2023

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.