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Audi R8 RWS

2017–2018

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  • Lowest price

    US$92,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$107,500

    Since 2020 · n=2

  • Highest price

    US$123,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    2

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 2 lots

Audi R8

Based on 2 verified auction results

No signal yet

US$92,000

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

—

Collectibility

9/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

—

Not enough sales data

5-Year Forecast

—

Not enough sales data

Estimates pool 3 verified sales across United States, United Kingdom — cross-market prices FX-adjusted at Jul 2026 rates.

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Market scores

41

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Audi R8 RWS trades at a median of US$92,000 in the current market, though the sample size of just two documented sales over the past year limits confidence in establishing a firm trend signal. With only one active listing tracked, price discovery remains difficult and year-over-year momentum cannot be reliably assessed.

Production was capped at 999 units globally, making the RWS a genuinely scarce variant within the R8 lineage and positioning it in the "Holy Grail" collectibility tier. The rear-wheel-drive configuration and limited availability have cemented its status as the most desirable R8 generation for enthusiasts, though market desirability remains moderate in broader trading volume.

The two transacted examples in our sample averaged 80,700 miles, suggesting typical use patterns for cars now a decade old. Most RWS examples entering the secondary market show modest mileage accumulation consistent with weekend and collection-focused ownership.

Liquidity is severely constrained, with just two sales tracked over twelve months and a single active listing presently available. This illiquid status means prospective buyers should expect extended search windows and sellers should anticipate negotiation periods; pricing discovery occurs infrequently and largely between private parties rather than at auction.

The appreciating classic classification reflects the model's architectural significance and scarcity premium, though without sufficient transaction frequency to project reliable three- or five-year valuations. Market depth will need to deepen considerably before institutional price forecasting becomes meaningful for this particular variant.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$92,000
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$740
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,970
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months2
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$107,500
  • Avg Mileage at Sale80,700 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$92,000 – US$123,000
  • Total Sales Tracked2

Recent sales

  • US$123,000

    Bring a Trailer · 7 Oct 2026

  • US$92,000

    cars-and-bids · 16 Apr 2026

Common questions

What is a Audi R8 RWS worth in 2026?

The current United States market median is US$92,000, based on 3 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$92,000 to US$123,000.

How many Audi R8 RWSs are for sale right now?

We track 1 live auction listing for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.

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