Rare, well regarded and very capable Audi supercar
The Appeal
When your engineering team has pulled off the supercar tour de force that was the original Lamborghini Gallardo, it clearly made sense to ask them to perform the same miracle for their primary employer.
The result was Audi’s astonishing R8. Channelling the Quattro-infused running gear from the Lambo with more sober, sensible-suited Audi aesthetics created arguably one of the most exciting car in the firm’s history. This was a proper supercar but with dependable, reliable Audi build standards.
The Spyder evolved the line up in 2010 and the 425bhp 4.2litre V8 Quattro arrived one year later with 14bhp more power than the equivalent coupe. There was nothing ‘entry level’ about the new car’s remarkable turn of speed, delivering 6-0mph in 4.3secs. These were figures comparable 911s would struggle to match.
This low mileage Spyder V8 comes with full service history and a long MOT. Nicely specified and well kept, it is a great opportunity to discover these highly rated supercars.
The History and Paperwork
First registered on 23rd July 2012
Current owner since 4th August 2022
Factory handbook set in good condition
Five service stamps, most recently at 41,200 miles on 11th June 2022
All servicing work undertaken by Audi main dealers or high end independent specialists
Pre-facelift model
MOT to 8th June 2024 with one minor advisory for NSF tyre
Has covered just 8 miles since the MOT test and only 19 miles since last service
The Condition
Subtle black on black specification with smart polished 19in alloys
Bodywork and interior well kept with few signs of age or use
Alloy wheels equipped with quality Pirelli P Zero tyres showing good tread
Alloy wheels show no visible kerbing
Automatic folding fabric roof in black in generally good order
Roof shows light creasing and there is a small hole on nearside rear top edge
Well kept interior with only very light signs of age and use
Driver’s seat bolster shows light sheen and creasing but barely noticeable
Fitted with an aftermarket high end Pioneer infotainment system
Wind deflector fitted in bag to front boot
The Mechanics
4,163cc 32valve V8 engine developing 425bhp
6spd automatic transmission with sequential shift option
0-60mph in 4.3secs
Full Audi service history including most recently 19 miles ago in June 2022
Capable Quattro running gear
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