1991 Audi V8 Quattro DTM Race Car Available for Auction

Get Ready for an Iconic Auction Moment: Explore the 1991 Audi V8 Quattro, a DTM Racing Legend, Going Under the Hammer in Monaco on May 10th.

In a daring departure from the norm, Audi shook up the DTM scene, challenging the dominance of BMW and Mercedes-Benz with its formidable 1991 V8 Quattro sedan. Unlike its rivals' nimble contenders like the BMW E30 M3 and Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo II, Audi opted for a robust V8-powered sedan, a precursor to today's Audi A8.

Pioneering Performance: The Audi V8 Quattro boasted a commanding 3.6-liter V8 engine and the legendary Quattro all-wheel-drive system, renowned from its triumphs in WRC and IMSA. Adding to the intrigue, Audi enlisted the talents of 24 Hours of Le Mans victor Hans-Joachim Stuck as a driver for its inaugural single-car campaign in 1990—an endeavor that clinched the championship that very year.

In 1991, Audi's DTM endeavour saw significant expansion, fielding four cars across two factory teams. The V8 Quattro underwent enhancements, including a new front splitter and adjustable rear wing, resulting in a power surge to approximately 500 hp. The season crowned Frank Biela as Audi's champion. However, the following year proved tumultuous, leading to Audi's mid-season withdrawal due to unforeseen setbacks.

This distinguished vehicle made its debut in the thrilling 1991 DTM season opener at Zolder. Piloted by racing legends Hans-Joachim Stuck and Hubert Haupt throughout that season, it continued its legacy into 1992. Retained by Audi until 2014, the car found a new home with Haupt, who oversaw its meticulous restoration, including the installation of a potent 4.2-liter engine. Since its restoration, the car has seen only minimal usage, as confirmed by RM Sotheby's. With estimations ranging from 750,000 to 1 million euros, or approximately $800,000 to $1 million, this prized possession is poised to make automotive history once again.