This BIG V8 Audi is STILL Under The Radar?
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The D2 Audi S8 was produced from 1996 to 2003. It featured a 4.2l v8 that could put down an astonishing 6.2s 0-60 time. Today we get behind the wheel of Edgar's 2003 Audi S8 to see if this unknown warrior has its place in the car scene in 2022.
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:40 Trunk Setup
2:12 Interior First Impressions
2:45 Startup
3:23 Driving a D2 Audi S8
6:05 Shimmy & Shake
6:22 Sport Mode
7:23 Bombing Turns in Style
8:12 4.2L V8 Under The Hood
9:06 Rating & Outro
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Rate Edgar's D2 Audi S8 on a scale of 1-10 in the comments below!
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I would give up a finger for this car, making it 9\10.
I’d give it a 7 out of 10. Looks good and clean, wheels look good. Car has kinda classy understated look.
It is stil one of my top 5 favorites of all time. It always gets 10 out of 10 from me
I would rate it 10/10 if it was painted black and the steering wheel reverted to stock. The S8 and A8 W12 are among my favorite Audi's 👌
They're great cars! Great to cruise in. -Edgar
Yeah, like the one Jason Stathom had in the movie "Transporter"!
Black is boring
That steering wheel got to go
@@v3n0x Indeed!!!
1 of the 12 here lmaoo...more Audi videos! A4/A5 b8.5 specifically please :)
🤝🤝🤝 -Edgar
@Ramzi Abdulmagid plenty of videos on those already
"Which means you should be able to humiliate and embarrass just about anything on the road, especially for those kids that don't know what they're racing" Is the perfect way to describe this. My 2009 A6 is the same beat, quiet and subtle enough even lowered with some performance mods- but it blows the doors off Type R's, M3's, and STIs.
changing lanes in an intersection has got to be the most frequently broken law ever. Why can't people remember which lane they started in? Why do people think it's ok to change lanes while in an intersection? It's madness.
It's not illegal in most US states. Unless you're taking about a dual left or right turn.
@@Jon-mo9ks You're right. However it's still dumb and dangerous to do.
@@TaylorLevesque Agreed
man I had one of these a few years ago. owned by a detailer and it was the cleanest car I've ever had. all stock zero defects. miss that big body audi
They're such a great cruiser. Speedboat on rails for sure! -Edgar
only thing I can knock is the aftermarket steering wheel, and stock head unit. Everything else is *chef's kiss*
It’s an old man car. I say that lovingly as an old man myself. Us old guys don’t live on the radar, we just carry pockets full of keys to jingle while we chat about the weather.
Hi thats me. 😂 the keys all have a purpose! -Edgar
Owned a D3 S8 & currently own a D3 A8L & have enjoyed every moment behind the wheel of each. Perfect for a dad of 3 who likes a little bit of luxury & the symphony of a V10 or V8
💥💥💥 hell yeah! Anything done to them at all? -Edgar
@@FitmentIndustries The S8 I'd done a custom cat back Borla exhaust. Currently the A8L is stock. Thinking just cosmetic upgrades, like window tint & some nice forged 21" wheels. It's what I believe is a rare color combo. Grey blue color (not looked into the actual color code yet) & a brown & black interior. Beautiful car
Pre-facelift D2 FTW. Buttons don’t scratch (1990’s tech instead of 2000’s), car is lighter, 32 valve sounds so sweet. And it’s the original S8.
I love the D2 S8’s they are gorgeous! I don’t own a D2 but I do own a C5 S6 Avant with the 4.2 and a B6 A4 1.8t. I do love the 2000’s Audi’s. I say they are 100% underrated.
100% they’re great cruisers. 🙌🏽🙌🏽 just have to do the research! -Edgar
Audi guy here. And a Wisconsin based one at that.
Love the D2.5 S8. Great quality from this era.
Exterior: 8.5
Interior: 7 Looks and feels good. No rattles but the lack of tech is obvious by modern standards.
Performance: 6 It's a GT Luxo barge cruiser. Not a performance car by todays standards but still peppy enough.
Mods: Eh. It's not like a B5S4 but sure, you can mod it up a bit if you want. Typically, people don't do as much of that with the NA V8 but let's be honest, most of us can't leave something completely stock. Please put a stock wheel back in and take off the windscreen decal. That looks silly. Especially in an Audi S8. Audi is, and traditionally has always been , understated class.
One last minor CC, the RS5 Rotors look out of place on that era. Just my opinion.
Ya that decal is superrrrr tacky. It makes seem like a 18 year old got his dads Pristine s8
Absolutely love this car! 9/10 across the board. Mods are tasteful, that ox blood leather looks amazing. Great car, Edgar! 🔥
I have and adore my 2008 S5, so I’m biased 😁 *One of the twelve* should be a thing!
Appreciate it homie! The oxblood is what got me. What do you all have done to the S5? Add it to the gallery if its done up! -Edgar
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@@FitmentIndustries Previous owner did wheels/tires and lowering springs. I’m waiting to pull the trigger on a new wheel/tire combo I have sitting in my cart on your website 👍🏽. I should post pics of before and after as the specs will be different 🤔
This video is how these cars get more expensive....
Just saying, keep up the great work guys 😇👍
One of the 12 here as well. Just had a K04 installed and timing case etc done on my b8.5 A4. She runs like brand new at 114K
Thats just getting broken in haha
Not turning into the closest lane, REALLY grinds my gears
If they had a green, right turn has right of way. Regardless, he handled it very immaturely and emotional.
That parking lot intro was something else. Keep up the great work
Love my 2014 Audi S8 in my opinion s8’s can be a rare car i have never seen another S8 like mine or in fact another newer S8 they are very clean and comfortable cars, my audi is black with an black interior, diamond stitched seats and a fully loaded package. everyone around here doesnt expect a sedan to be so fast so when they feel it it suprises them! all around a very enjoyable car i love the thing!
Love my 03 S8! In Europe, you could have them with a 6 speed manual, and many people have converted them here in the U.S. It ain’t cheap, but the converted cars sell for a lot more when it’s time for your next project. Get one now before people finally wake up to just how special these rare all-aluminum luxobarges are!
Thats the thing! Getting the swap is just so expensive! I like just cruising in it how it is. Haha -Edgar
Love the S8 model as a whole. Colors are great on this one. Personally I would take my 2013 any day though. Stock rated 520HP and pushing 667 with just a stage 1 APR tune. All kinds of upgrades from the older ones. I'm a techy though so newer cars will always appeal to me.
They’re cool, but lack character, and also weigh ~1000lbs++ more than a D2.
The original S8 is also feasible to maintain yourself. The amount of fuckery to work on a D3 or D4 is unbelievable.
Plus, 3 pedals and a manual gearbox are available. Not sure a D3 or D4 could ever be manual swapped.
I love this style of video. More!
The D2 Audi S8 is an amazing vehicle. I know because I own a 2001 audi S8. I cant find a car that drives this well. Yes it's fast, yes it is excellent in the turns, yes it's comfortable . I love this car. No one knows these cars, but drive one and you'll have a new favorite.
I agree 100%, i had done my research but i knew i had to drive one and yeah. Sold right away! 🤝🤝🤝 -Edgar
I inherited one in metallic black with a tu tone (brown & a tan-orange; looks awesome) interior. 18" forged aftermarket wheels, Bilstein struts, bigger swaybars. My younger kid drives it to high school sometimes.
i have an 03 C5 4.2 A6 and its still the best car ive ever owned and i have 2 b5 A4's, one with the 1.8t and a 2.8
Lets go! Which one was your favorite you would say? -Edgar
I’m just sold on swapping the 4.2 v8 in my B5 A4 just something reliable fun and a cool a to b car. had an b5 s4 got rid of it. Have a 3.2 c6 A6 which is bagged and have a v10 C6 s6 which is literally a headache but very fun to drive.
just got a D2 A8L around xmas time yall have no idea how hyped this upload made me!
Glad we can help! Definitely worth getting one. They're a great car, and very comfortable. -Edgar
That’s quite a clean car build imo fitment looks suuuuuper clean!
Gracias! 🙏🙏🙏 -Edgar
Beautiful car! Should definitely do a video on the 2010 v10 model.
I have a d3 07 s8 v10 and live less than a mile from fitment. Probably wouldn't be hard to have him review my car. Although I would like to do a few more mods before that.
Love all years of the A8 and the earlier Audi V8. But could y’all do a vid on the B7 RS4?
I had a 2001 A8L. It was amazing and clean.
Exterior 9/10
Interior 10/10
Performance 8/10
Modification 5/10
I have an 01 S8 4.2L I'm dropping the auto and putting a proper transmission manual in it. It was awesome in the mountains of Colorado. I absolutely love it.
How much will that run ya you think? -Edgar
Love that era. I have a b5 Passat 1.8t manual slammed on coilovers on 18” rotor wheels. K04-015 and tuned myself on maestro.
Hell yes! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 the classic 1.8t, had a. 20th in imola back in the day. -Edgar
I love the A8/S8 and especially this era. Understated and can be tuned.
I havent really looked into tuning it! Whats a reliable tune for these bad boys? -Edgar
VF Engineering supercharger kit w/ exhaust & tune
I have the black 2004 a8l all aluminum with 4.2 love it
Same wheels as my 2015 S8. Adore the car, the best full size performance sedan ever made. Mine with a flash tune an 100 octane will show many unsuspecting people the taillights.
Thats amazing! These cars are definitely underrated, in any generation i feel. -Edgar
It super clean and that is the s8 that I like the big box ones
🤝🤝🤝 -Edgar
hello Edgar, i just wanna say i fucking love your S8, its soooo amazing, the only thing i'm not a fan of is the steering wheel, but tastes are different from person to person, stay safe and you better take care of that S8!
Thanks homie! I appreciate the kind words! I for sure will do that, love this boat haha, you be safe also! -Edgar
Got an S6 from 2000. Manuall 6 speeds from factory. Everything working with cruise controll everything. I am 19 soon 20 and It's as close to my dream car I can get for now❤
Hell yeah! 🤘🏾🤘🏾 glad to hear that! 🙂 -Edgar
You tell that traverse!! I dyed laughing on that part
Know how you get around the transmission? o1E swap from a S4. I did mine best mod ever.
really like your style of presenting, very amusing , i dont care for the car , im here for entertainment. good job.
I got one 2001 117500 miles and working to keep it clean..and sometimes it feels like more a can afford lol but it’s rare car and a love it 😍 and they are in demand for people that love Audi…$$$$
Review a Pontiac solstice specifically a gxp the 2.0 turbo makes great noises and the drive is amazing
This is a beautiful build on one of my favorite luxury cars, nice
🙏🙏🙏 -Edgar
10s all round....had an 04 A6 and loved it
Hiii Edgar!! 🤘🏾 Love your car 😁
Thanks homie, still a couple more things to add on to it but im happy with its current standings! -Edgar
Edgar's S8 is my favorite car in the Fitment fleet. I want that thing
🙏🙏🙏 thank you! Its such a comfortable car, it also gets down if it needs to. -Edgar
Lookin clean!
Appreciate it! -Edgar
This thing is so rare, you can’t get them under 100k any year from 2000 let alone 2003. Super awesome car!
🤝🤝🤝 -Edgar
I've always loved audi it doesn't matter if it's a manual it's a car of class 🙏🏿
Congratulations on breaking the cup holder and burning up the sun shade motor in one video session.. I'd never let you near my d2 s8
Always loved the exterior styling of these.
🥵🥵🥵 same here! -Edgar
I had the only factory armored D2 S8 in Australia in Casablanca White. Best car I've ever owned. Had a decatted Milltek exhaust, and Bilstein coilovers with Eibach springs. Never had a single issue in 70k. Lost it in floods 😭
Noooo 🥺🥺🥺 that’s extra. -Edgar
I'm a simple man, I see anything Audi on FI, I like it.
🌞 gracias! -Edgar
It's about a 8/10. It's definitely a head turner, especially at car meets. That steering wheel has to go and I'd add a deeper sounding exhaust and a CAI. Gloss black or gunmetal would look phenomenal on those wheels. Rather slow for 360hp V8. My 06 IS350 is a 306hp V6 with a 5.1 0-60.
Thank ya! Yeah it’s still a fun luxury boat. 😊 just my personal taste. -Edgar
dark rims are for losers
@@ITm4n Mixtapes are for losers
@@Jedi_Luke since you looking which one you like more my bimmer or my audi 💀
@@ITm4n Neither. They both slow 🙃
I would rate it a 9/10 definitely! Especially Edgar's build looks so nice with those Rotor rims. I love 90's and 00's Audi's... I own a '98 A4 1.8T sedan (Amazing engine for a first car) and I just love the looks of it. The A8 and S8 look very similar up front but that rear end of the D2 is just that little bit nicer, I wish I could afford owning one haha. In my opinion the Audi B4, B5 and the D2 chassis are the best Audi's ever made, both in therms of engines (Not really reliability but more likely the mechanics) and looks, I love them!
🙏🙏🙏 gracias! -Edgar
I have 2005 Audi s4 b6 v8 manual, should be selling soon, very mint, these audis are faster than bullets
Well, I would rate it very high. I own a 2007 A8 D3 and personally like the features of the slightly newer Audis. The first with the big grill. The Bang and Olafson audio, soft close doors, the pop-up dash, etc. all just cool stuff. Plus you still have that amazing grunt from the V8, the amazing handling for a car of it's size and the flawless quattro drive. And, mine is Black.
Rear sunshade caught on the lip, needs a little pull to go up when activated.
Thats a super nice car man
Appreciate it fam! 🙌🙌 its come a long way, more to come! -Edgar
First time I saw the movie Ronin with the Audi S8 with nitrous I fell in love with it. Audis from this time period have a look that's hard to beat.
Agreed! Thats why i picked one up! Its a good vehicle for sure. -Edgar
Alex raging at the traverse is me everyday driving home from work, exact same attitude quiet disappointed anger.
Also Edgar love the car looks and sounds great
😂 thanks homie! A couple more things to make it different! -Edgar
Can't wait to see these shoot up in value
I got mine for a screaming deal and im happy. 🙂 -Edgar
Great car Edgar 🔥🔥 I love old German cars
They're such a comfort! -Edgar
Saw the thumbnail and knew who's car it was right away, Edgar getting the screen time 💪
🤝🤝🤝 gracias for the support! -Edgar
Used to have a D2 S8, mine was a little rough but still caught a lot of attention. Car was great till something broke, parts for this car are expensive and hard to find. Certain parts like the window regulators I was only able to find used. A lot of engine work required the entire front end to come off as well. Not a diy friendly car.
I haven’t had many issues with mine so far! It’s been a great daily. Parts are def the one thing I struggle to find sometimes, but that’s okay! -Edgar
These engines are simple and reliable. Last good V8s from Audi. Run forever, as long as you take care of them with something outlandish like oil changes, proper warm driving, regular coolant changes, proper fuel and filters. Had many, none ever failed, up to 500.000km and always in good juice. Everyone reached their original 0-100 times even at 340.000km.
Great cars
I've got a 2000 model S6 V8. It's awesome.
They’re such great cruisers! -Edgar
@@FitmentIndustries true. Sadly premium petrol is $11 a gallon here in the UK 😢
Pain that these will go up now
I have this Bad Ass machine 2001 still love it only 112000 miles recent rebuilt tranny ,also brought 2015 s8 yeah I know life is damm good 😤
That’s dope! We’re close to the same mileage! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 -Edgar
I always see these titles and think to myself not anymore 🤣
😂😂😂 -Edgar
Damn Alex went full sent with the roast 🤣
Anyways:
Exterior - 10/10 beautiful exterior no extreme aero and stuff love the clean looks and love the number plate 😂
Interior - 6/10 no cupholder? Bruh but still the interior looks clean and cool
Performance - 8/10 that V8 tho even at low speeds sounds good
Modifications - 8/10 that steering wheel stands out the most 😂 other than that, the air suspension made the car looks cool slammed on the ground
Thank you! I appreciate this rating haha, did it to my taste. Simple but not overdone. Theres a couple more things left to do which im excited for! -Edgar
@@FitmentIndustries yep don't overdo it! Because it looks already cool though. Love the simple and clean design 👍🏼👍🏼
So I need some help i think.. I just need more confirmation from car people especially for the VW line.
I own a top model of the VW Beetle 2012 GTI Chassis and GTI Engine + DSG, it has 18" rims with 235/45 R 18 98 Y M+S All Season Tires
I got some fitting 19" Rotiform wheels 8.5X19 5X112 5X120 ET45 NB72.5 (yes it has a multiple lug setup).
I found some TOYO Tires (TOYO proxes sport xl) And when i search for which tire dimensions I need are, (235/40ZR19 96Y TOYO proxes sport xl).
Every tire dealer online recommends these tires is this correct? can I order them without any issues?.
I would personally take a look at our gallery and look at similar specs! That should be the easiest to determine and not make a mistake, you can also email our team at wheels@fitmentindustries.com, they’ll be happy to help! Here’s a link to the gallery! -Edgar
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B7 A4 here with stage 2 tune!! 107k running strong
Lets go! Mine is at 111k and the best couch ever. 😂😂😂 -Edgar
I rate it sick as hell 🤙🤙 who don’t live a big body audi whip with fantastic sound 🥶
Thanks homie! 🤌🤌 -Edgar
Right up my alley... the A8..BMW 740il and the MB S500. 1999 or even 2000’s ❤❤❤
Big body luxury sedans! 🥰 i was debating between this or a 7 series also! Glad i went with this one. -Edgar
Guys, please consider switching to a suction mount for the camera operator angle. If something were to happen and the air bag deployed with him like that, it would go very badly, especially with a camera that close to the face. Love you all ❤️
❤️❤️❤️ -Edgar
Come back and visit! -Edgar
I love the car reviews
I bought a 2015 A8L 4T and had the S7 engine mods installed with the APR stage 3 chip tune for 720-wheel HP on the APR dyno, Quatro with 8 speed trans, a modern sleeper. Love the massaging seats. Audi makes a great car if you buy their top 3 models and stay away from the entry level cars. They should bring back the 5-cylinder straight engines again for their 5 series models with turbos
you mean the rs3 and tt-rs? lol...they're 2.5 literss now 2.2
@@SuperWewt No I bought the 8 series and then had APR make it a beast with 740 HP going to all 4 wheels.
Quattro.
What you do is buy a used 2 year factory leased turn in that has less than 25K miles on it so you SAVE that 35% value drop rolling a new car off the lot!
So I got a 120G Audi out the door for 61G and spent my saved cash on APR modifications and tuning.
Welcome Back from Vacation Alex.Fi!!!
I have a 2001 Audi a8, and I wish there were more aftermarket mods for the s8/a8, there's barely any
I have one too. 2001, double rare Fern Green, solar sunroof electric rear blind, electric seats in the back as well. Everything works except for the tv but that isn’t the cars fault. Every option on it except for the heated steering wheel which wasn’t available in the U.K. Mine is a 10/10.
Edgars example has been fiddled with unfortunately. Get everything working and restore it back to original condition starting with the steering wheel. Then it’s value will sky rocket.
Still have it if I ever decide to sell it. 🙂 -Edgar
Definitely 10 out of 10. Sweet ride.
🙌🙌🙌 -Edgar
This was the best design Audi S8 ever. It had a minimalist modern design that still looks good! Wish I could find one with low mileage with no modifications, all stock ❤
I have one located in Northern Colorado if interested!
@@wedieawsome Ok. What is the condition, color and mileage.
10/10 obviously!
Not even gonna cap, I never heard of this car...
8/10 tho, I think of it as a German LS400/Toyota Celsior lol
Pretty much :) just 100 more HP than those. Just as comfortable! Welcome to the new discovery! -Edgar
I have one exactly like that one. I e rebuilt all of the mechanicals. I love it. The perfect sleeper, cops don't even notice me.
🤘🤘🤘 -Edgar
Beautiful car. I rate it 9.5 out of 10 only because I don't care for the steering wheel and it's not a d3. Lol
Maybe he could review mine sometime. I have an 07 d3 s8 v10 and live less than a mile from fitment. I would like to do a few more mods first though.
Such “polite” insults and then the bird. I was dying 😂
😂😂😂 he was having fun and just wanted to go fast! -Edgar
Anyone who’s ever seen the movie Ronin, knows how bad ass this car can be, or is…! Plus all their Lemans wins in that same time period.
🤘🤘🤘 -Edgar
you guys should do a review on the 2.8L b5
If we had one within the parking lot! -Edgar
I like your ride bro! 10\10\10
🙏🙏🙏 -Edgar
Lol, I honestly wish I was out where you guys are. My little brother lives in Roseau, Minnesota. I have a 2013 Audi S8 and it’s ridiculous to drive, definitely not a good idea for anyone that can’t afford maintenance but for those who can or have the talent can’t beat it. An I literally race everything lol 😂
2000 b5 s4 here. Alex is wrong. She has treated me with nothing but smiles and grins. Get one :)) Cheap? No, but I wouldn’t trade her for anything.
B5 S4 owner here but I’d love an old S8 for some smooth high speed highway cruising
Let me tell ya.. With bags, its such a comfortable ride. Well worth it. -Edgar
Many of us S8 owners came from a B5 S4, you'll be in good company. Just be prepared to order everything from overseas as its all NLA in the US.
I'd say it's a 9/10 overall. I wish the wheels were painted bronze or satin black. The steering wheel looks okay but I'd go for a better looking wheel.
As an owner of the a B7 A4, this car is exactly what I need. Still uniquely 2000s Audi but a V8 and a lot more roomy
And reliable. It’s a great powetrain! -Edgar
Audi 4.2 V8 before the FSI crap models are very reliable. All easy to work on. All Timing belt Audis of back then C4, Allroad, B5 1.8T, 2.8, 2.7T and D2, and even the D3 engine wise, all very good.
Thank you! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 -Edgar
@@FitmentIndustries I also happen to own all of the ones I stated (besides Allroad and C4) as well, so I'm only here to push the reliability forward lol.
Reminds me of my B5 💗
Its like the B5 started working out, and became this machine. -Edgar