Well, I guess Byra you may wish to read more....
Motor Trend Mag. March 29th, 2005: "First Test: 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton W12"
..."For rabid, financially able enthusiasts, the Lambo-V-10-powered 2005 Audi S8 is the supersedan to wait for."
URL:
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedan/...eton/index.html
Per my uncle, who is a finance director for Audi in Germany, has confirmed the S8 will once again be available on US shores, however there are delays and the arrival time my not be until late 2006.