2019 Audi RS5Sportback

On the surface, the pricing looks tempting. At $42,995, you're buying 13% below the $49,625 market median, and that discount would normally signal opportunity. But three critical factors override any apparent bargain here.

First, mileage is the deal-breaker. This car averages 10,000 miles per year—significantly exceeding the 6,000-mile threshold that defines luxury car condition standards. At 29,000 total miles, that usage pattern flags serious wear risk on a high-performance engine and transmission, regardless of how the odometer reads.

Second, depreciation has already done heavy damage. The book value sits at $38,000 against the $42,995 asking price, meaning you're paying a $4,995 premium over what the asset will realistically be worth. That's not a discount—it's overpaying for a car that's already lost significant value.

Third, ownership costs are steep. Budget $2,500 annually for maintenance alone on an RS5, plus insurance and fuel for a 591-horsepower performance sedan. The asking price obscures the true cost of entry.

The one thing you should do next: walk away from this listing. The mileage disqualifies it from the luxury acquisition strategy this asset class demands, and the pricing doesn't compensate for that liability. Better opportunities exist at or below asking price without the usage red flag.