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Jon Olsson might have made a career in Alpine Skiing, but he’s a popular name in the automotive world thanks to his extravagant cars that are created for driving in the snow. He’s had multiple vehicles from Audis and Lamborghinis to Nissan and even Ultima GTRs. After his last Audi RS6 DTM was sold, stolen, and burnt to the ground, Olsson was seeking a replacement.
That search led him to ABT Sportsline – one of the biggest aftermarket tuning companies in the world for Audi and Volkswagen models. “The project with Jon Olsson was very challenging for our ABT Individual team. It once again proved that we can fulfill even the most selective customer requirements,” said Hans-Jürgen Abt, CEO of ABT Sportsline.
Jon Olsson’s new car is tailor-made head-turner packed with tons of power. Called the Audi RS6+ “Phoenix”, the one time build is based on the Audi RS6+ that ABT Sportsline provided in a limited run of 50 vehicles, which in turn was based on the hardcore Audi RS6 Performance model.
The new Audi RS6+ “Phoenix” was given great power. This allows the 4.0-liter, twin-turbocharged V-8 engine to generate a whopping 735 horsepower and 679 lb-ft. of torque. As an added bonus, a special handcrafted sports exhaust system was installed for Jon Olsson that spits out a thundering noise that’s perfect for starting avalanches.
The ABT Sportsline team setup various exterior upgrades, especially in carbon fiber, to better aerodynamics and offer the wagon a more intimidating presence. Upfront, there’s a new lip and skirt add-ons, while mirror covers, wheel arch vents, and skirt add-ons are worn on each side. At the rear, the RS6+ “Phoenix” was outfitted with a new spoiler. The German team also tinted the windows and the headlight covers as well.
The new Audi RS6+ “Phoenix” also wears ABT Sportsline’s prototype ABT aero wheel. This five twin-spoke alloy wheel boasts a unique outer cover that optimizes aerodynamics while in motion for better overall performance and cooling.
But what really changed the Audi RS6+ “Phoenix” into the stunning vehicle that it is today is the new vinyl wrap. Jon Olsson loved his old White Audi RS6 and also his recently-destroyed Black model, so he helped create a custom “split camo” wrap design. Here, the driver’s side is Black while the passenger’s side is White, with each side boasting various designs and company logos throughout. Orange highlights were also applied on various aerodynamic parts along with the rear wheels, while the front wheels feature a matching White and Grey pattern.
JON OLSSON ABT Sportsline AUDI RS6+ PHOENIX SPECIFICATIONS
Engine:
Displacement: 4.0 liters
Number of Cylinders: V-8
Aspiration: Twin-turbocharged
Maximum Horsepower: 735
Maximum Torque: 679 lb-ft. / 920 Nm
-ABT Power R
-Custom handcrafted exhaust system
