The 1st gen Audi R8 V10 plus benefits from a 24Bhp increase and 50Kg weight reduction thanks to a catalogue of carbon fibre panelling, along with revised spring and damper rates. It was the first generation to benefit from the 7-speed S-Tronic gearbox providing smooth and responsive shifts even by today’s standards, a significant improvement over the R-Tronic gearbox. This played into the palms of the R8’s charm of being a fuss-free, compliant supercar. Unless the driver so chooses that is, still it capable of 0-60mph 3.5seconds and onto a top speed of 197mph.
Registered in January 2013, this 4 owner facelift example speaks for itself. Delivered as an automatic S-tronic V10 Plus model with a significant spec list of; carbon ceramic brakes, a myriad of carbon fibre panelling, £16,000 worth of optional extras, Led Headlights and 19-inch multi-spoke wheels gives a graceful but defined presence. This has then been tastefully enhanced in an OEM+ manor to Unveil the full potential of the R8 platform. Performance modifications consist of a VF engineering VF750 supercharger kit, Custom valved exhaust system and a switchable meth kit making an eye watering 740Bhp but capable of 800Bhp plus with Meth. The exterior carbon has been enhanced with CT carbon's front splitter, side skirts, rear diffuser and wing. Which ties nicely to the interior carbon, where an Audison speaker system has been installed with a Kenwood apple car play head unit. Maintenance has been thoroughly upkept by all owners making this a true ready to drive supercar.
The V10 R8 is a well disposed supercar that works with the driver, rather than try to kill them. It provides a harmonious experience that it can do everything despite it being a supercar, In many ways acting as the Swiss army knife of supercars. Providing effortless torque and power for any situation, a snarling V10 producing with distinguishable high pitched scream, stability and confidence when driving hard, all without sacrificing comfort and ergonomics. Making long journeys, town driving, parking and having fun effortless for the occupants.