I JUST BUILT MY DREAM AUDI RS6 GT3

Mat Armstrong documents the ambitious build of a budget Audi RS6 into a GT3 style track machine, aiming for the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The video opens with a clear plan: fit a complete widebody kit, wrap the car, install new wheels, and refine the livery, all within a tight 24 hour window. He starts by aligning the front arch and bumper, drilling holes for a bolt through the body kit to ensure a flush, secure fit. The process involves integrating riv nuts on the wing and taking the front arch off again to widen clearance for the new wheels, followed by careful cutting and masking to prepare for the modifications. He also shows practical steps like etch priming bare metal to prevent rust and addressing tricky gaps with sealant while acknowledging the limitations of not having a welder yet. The episode blends meticulous mechanical work with high-energy banter and a dash of humor as the team debates fitment, color, and the next steps. The middle portion of the video dives into the rear arch work and diffuser integration. Mat attaches the diffuser component and uses riv nuts so the rear arch can be bolted from inside, ensuring durability under high speeds. He trims the rear quarter panel to make room for the larger wheels, then fit checks the alignment of the rear arch with the side skirts and bumper. A major highlight is the decision to replace the standard aero with additional wing elements, Canards, and a double wing concept, testing fitment while ensuring door clearance for the extra components. The livery becomes a focal point, with discussions about color choices,ultimately applying an Audi-inspired red and black theme,and evaluating how the wrap interacts with the carbon fiber accents and the headlights. Wrapping the headlights with protective PPF is demonstrated as a DIY upgrade to sharpen the car’s aggressive look without the cost of matrix LEDs. The build proceeds with finishing touches on the exterior aesthetics. Mat and Hannah work the wrap over the bonnet with careful centering, using masking tape to ensure precision, and then apply red and black stripes down the rear quarters and bumper. The video captures the tension and precision required to install the race number on the door, align the two red stripes on the bonnet, and test the Look of the final diffuser and mirrors. The team experiments with carbon mirror caps to tie all carbon components together and swaps the chrome badges for black badges to deepen the contrast. The brake calipers are painted to match the scheme, and the entire integration of the aero kit is tested with the car raised and aligned on stands to maximize clearance for the wheels and arches. The vehicle’s electronics are briefly discussed as the car is prepared for a shakedown, including messages about potential engine management and the need to bleed the brakes after painting and caliper work. The last acts focus on wheels, lubrication, and final function checks. An ambitious wheel package from Wheel Mania is installed after a trial fit that initially seems too large for the arch clearance, revealing a tight but achievable fit after lowering the car and adjusting fender clearances. The build includes a day-of-destination check as fuel supply and electronics create a moment of suspense when the car experiences limp mode and engine warning lights during a test run. The team sources fuel on site and completes multiple checks, including changing the engine oil, filter, and undertray assemblies, then reinstalling the aero parts and carbon accessories. The video culminates in a triumphant but tense wheel reveal, with 20 inch and 21 inch options presented and tested for fit, finish, and stance. The final scenes celebrate the transformation, showing a car that is closer to Mat's dream RS6 GT3 than ever, ready for more testing and the upcoming SEMA reveal. Overall, the video is a high-energy, hands-on build diary. It blends technical how-to content such as cutting, sealing, bolting, and primer work with aesthetic decisions like livery design, badge color, and wheel styling. The narrative emphasizes not only the mechanical challenges but also the time management and problem-solving needed to achieve a dramatic, one-off appearance for a major show. It ends on a note of anticipation, promising more refinements and a final reveal in the next installment, with the wheels as the latest culmination of the car’s aggressive, race-inspired look.

Topics · car customization · automotive modification · race cars · car culture