Obviously, I'm biased, but it seems like the 2.7T is fading into history without a send-off. I particularly think that the last of the A6 s-lines are worthy of a final test. They finally got the suspension and tire setup right.

just because they stop producing it doesn't mean people stop owning/modding them. Turbo engines like this have become very popular in the past for used moddable cars. Thats a good idea though.

It still staggers me to see GNs that are almost 20 years old going for $10k plus in good condition.

Just take it slow and dont go nuts.