Don't anticipate the the new S8 in the states until 2006. Last indications that I have heard is the 2006 model will have a modfied Lamorgini v10 engine that will produce 500Hp (needs to compete with the 2005 BMW M5). Talk to your A8 rep, they may have more definative information. Price is going to be approx $125,000 in the US.