Audi S8 Parts

The first exposure most car fanatics had of the Audi S8 was in the 1998 action film, Ronin, where the car starred in chase scenes in Paris and the South of France. At first look, a simple luxury four door, the S8 impressed audiences everywhere with its acceleration and Quattro engineered handling.

It wasn't until 2001 when Americans could buy one out of the Audi showrooms, and they flew out of the doors. The Audi S8 is the kingpin of the A8 series, manufactured since 1994. The North American market got their S8 fix beginning in 2001 with the second generation car, and the third generation platform has been selling in the US since 2009.

All S8 versions feature Audi's Quattro four-wheel drive system. The S8 is only available in the ‘short wheelbase version' the thinking being that the long version usually chauffer driven model would be uncomfortable for the rear seat patrons when driven briskly. The S8 has distinctive six spoke wheels (nine spoke 18's after 2005), a bit wider and taller than normal, but still elegant. All other performance cues are strictly kept hidden.

Base engines have been 4.2 liter V8s, with five valves per cylinder and dual overhead cams. In 2005, the 6 liter W12 powerplant was introduced, pushing out 444 horses. The W12 is actually a little smaller than the V8. In 2006, an S8 5.2 liter V10, sourced from the Lamborghini Gallardo was introduced, offering 444 hp.

The S8 made return appearances on the big screen in the Transporter series, as a luxury hired car that had what it takes to outrun and out gun assailants.

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