The Best Bargain Supercar? Audi R8 V8

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The Audi R8 is arguably a modern day icon and nowadays you can pick up the original V8 car for around £35,000 in the UK which I think is a bargain!
This was the original press release for the car in 2007:
Audi is entering the most discerning segment of the car market with its R8 mid-engine sports car - and immediately taking up a position among the leaders: equipped with the expertise that Audi has gathered from its
involvement in motor sport and from building sporty premium-class cars, the R8 is the embodiment of superlative road behaviour, pioneering technology and fascinating design. The 420 bhp V8 FSI engine, quattro permanent four-wheel drive and the aluminium space-frame body endow the R8 with outstanding qualities to challenge for leadership of this segment, as do its excellent everyday suitability and Audi's typical standards of perfection in
quality and finish. The basic price is EUR 104,400, and deliveries will commence in the second quarter of 2007.
Following on from rally success with the revolutionary Audi quattro and the triumphs of its touring car, Audi has added another chapter to the history of motor sport with the R8 racing car: with five wins to its name in the Le Mans 24 Hours, the R8 is the most successful model ever to have competed on the legendary circuit at Le Mans. In a total of 79 starts at venues all over the world, this exceptional athlete has emerged victorious on a total of 62 occasions.
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@SWatchik 3 жыл бұрын

Man that late 00's era of car media is so damn nostalgic. Releases felt so much more special then. Theres just too many, too expensive and too fast things out nowadays

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more

@Mexxx65 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto for me...but I felt like that 20 years ago already! Hahahaha!!

@marcjohnson3553 3 жыл бұрын

For sure, I haven’t been excited by a new car since a long time, which is sad. Only one which is interesting me more than usual is the GMA T.50.

@ShadowGaming-ot6yf 3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@GOLDENEYEAL 2 жыл бұрын

Those were the golden days

@Tiametmarduk 3 жыл бұрын

Had mine for a year now and I still love it just as much as the day I got it. Fantastic car.

@smithlad2563 3 жыл бұрын

Did you get it when you moved to the UK?

@Tiametmarduk 3 жыл бұрын

@@smithlad2563 I did yeah :)

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

It was seeing your Instagram posts that inspired me to get in one ! Ha

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto. Had mine for only a few months, although a V10, and love it so much. Can't get enough of it.

@kimi88cz 3 жыл бұрын

Is it expensive to run?

@Slin985 3 жыл бұрын

This is the car I admired when I was a child and the looks still get me today

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Snap!

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought one myself... Absolutely loving it. Although mine is nothing like this one, in fact the opposite of your everyday supercar. Loving making content around it, such s beautiful car.

@smiler921 3 жыл бұрын

I think they’ve aged really well

@martinh4509 3 жыл бұрын

That is the exact same car that Jeremy Clarkson drove in Top Gear Season 10 Episode 2, 0Y07 MHL! Now that is cool as hell! :D

@stubones 3 жыл бұрын

A press car turned museum piece. It certainly has pedigree 👍

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed it is!

@tedubadu2536 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha that's really cool I never thought to check anything like that

@Mexxx65 3 жыл бұрын

Even more reason to avoid that one Lol!

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

Interestingly, it hasn't been in Audi's possession for that whole time... They had to buy it back, so I hear.

@Samcrac 3 жыл бұрын

I read the title and agreed automatically

@mcnoface8000 3 жыл бұрын

It’s not a super car it’s a sports car though.

@mcnoface8000 3 жыл бұрын

It never was just because it’s mid engined

@CarsofGlasgow 3 жыл бұрын

same here

@seshelbow336 3 жыл бұрын

I read it and thought really....some people think that’s a supercar???

@NorthBorders 3 жыл бұрын

SHHHHHH!!!!! Keep them a secret plzzzz before the prices sky rocket 😱😂 great video bro 😎

@ferryjansen4714 3 жыл бұрын

AYYYY Your last video was epic too

@1183newman 3 жыл бұрын

way to many of them in existance for prices to jump dramatically

@villaman4818 2 жыл бұрын

sam newman possibly right...but how many honestly do you see on the road compared to 911's ?

@matteosiefert846 3 жыл бұрын

I still think the first gen is the best R8, the only gen I'd really want. Definitely an icon to someone like me being born in 2000!

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. There's something more balanced in their design than the latest ones. But I'm biased ☺️

@yousufzahid6949 3 жыл бұрын

Being born in 2002, it is my absolute dream car.

@larsstougaard7097 3 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday with the 20 years Matteo🎉🎁🎉😉

@MultiFerrarifreak 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha right on the 10min mark !! somebody needs that extra christmas time ad sense :D

@South4153 3 жыл бұрын

you don‘t need 10minutes anymore

@oscartejura4887 3 жыл бұрын

You only need eight minutes... he makes quality content because he likes it not for the the money and to assume things about someone’s financial situation is just a bit rude really

@AndyKayUK 3 жыл бұрын

Just use Vanced app and you'll never see another KZfaq ad again

@CarObsession 3 жыл бұрын

The Mk1 still looks so good, even to this day - Walter De Silva was on top form when he designed the styling on this👏

@yousufzahid6949 3 жыл бұрын

Walter De Silva really needs to go back to Audi

@eSysmanSuperYachts 3 жыл бұрын

It was the first car to have what we now called DRL lights fitted.

@FadhilRamadhan 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed. I remember Clarkson called it useless. Now it's like a standard feature, even motorcycles got em

@th3b0untyhunter 3 жыл бұрын

Sweden had drl's in the late 70's, other Nordic countries followed suit shortly after

@ianwillettsuk 3 жыл бұрын

Audi’s own S6 V10 had them.

@matklm 3 жыл бұрын

The R8 has aged really well

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

Especially the Spyders, but I might be just a bit biased ☺️

@justpassingthrough76 3 жыл бұрын

I have always wanted a Gen1 R8, what a car. Definitely a modern classic. Sam, you are always putting out something different. This Channel is brilliant 👍

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@stijnwillemse2745 3 жыл бұрын

The car that made me a car guy.

@davossss 3 жыл бұрын

Cool story bro. Got any more?

@stijnwillemse2745 3 жыл бұрын

@@davossss many!

@stijnwillemse2745 3 жыл бұрын

So here's one, in the top gear review of the R8 Clarkson and Hammond put it against the 997 911. As a young lad who was in love with the R8 I coined Porsche "the most boring car company IN THE WOOOORRRLLDD" (read that in a Clarkson voice). It took some time to slowly turn around Porsche in my head but it happened when I saw my first 991 in white on the highway while road tripping through Europe. I thought it looked mega and have been in love with the brand and the 911 ever since. Now I think Porsche is "the best car company IN THE WOOOORRRLLDD". Cool enough story bro?

@AS-oo4gv 3 жыл бұрын

@@davossss Did someone ruin your day?

@pratikagrawal4190 3 жыл бұрын

I love how this guy manages to put some amazing content consistently🔥 Keep up the great work Sam👍

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@robbo777cricket 3 жыл бұрын

Ive got a feeling that we'll look back on the 2000s as a golden era for sports cars. Seems like tech met driver involvement at exactly the right time.

@aerorobnz 3 жыл бұрын

That 4.2 is an iconic V8 engine. I prefer the original look of the R8 and of course that manual box is a peach. That generation of Audi was so cool and subtle they were very desirable. How times have changed in only 13 years.

@jrockrsx1144 3 жыл бұрын

The R8 has been my favorite car for years. I remember when I first saw it. It was an R8 V8 on the back of a trailer with the signature light blue and silver sideblades. From that moment on the R8 has always been my favorite car. Specifically enough the V8. At the time I didnt care about performance but looks. And to me the R8 V8 was and is the best looking R8, definitely not the fastest, but fast enough. I own a base auto Acura RSX, it is not fast at all, and I have a blast. So I can only imagine how I'd feel about the R8 V8, just that little extra power is all I need. One day soon, I will own the R8, it's great that prices are dropping, and I can find some decent conditioned ones. Great video! Greetings from the U.S.

@TheZapper42 3 жыл бұрын

I bought one 2 months ago (09, gated manual) for $80K. With an aftermarket exhaust it sounds, and feels like a proper supercar. Best thing I've ever bought.

@ontheotherside3 2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for a manual V8 now. 80k seems decent. can I ask how many miles? where did you get it? where were you looking? not many available these days.

@TheZapper42 2 жыл бұрын

@@ontheotherside3 roughly 34K at time of purchase. I got lucky and a local dealership had one. They've gone up in price since then but they're out there.

@ontheotherside3 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheZapper42 thanks. maybe if I am lucky, this recession will bring prices back down to reasonable. from what I see you could probably sell that now for close to 100k... 🤦🏼

@davidmuller9903 3 жыл бұрын

Top video once again! I'd love to see modern classics reviews more often :)

@Acquiesce77 3 жыл бұрын

Again great video and the edit is always fantastic. The little transition at 1.15 was nice!

@thatsamephotographer7754 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, just wanted to say the production quality of your videos never fails to amaze me

@julianeckersley6563 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video 👌 One of the best UK car KZfaqrs 🔥 Love the content

@shorew3 3 жыл бұрын

Sam I am loving your journey lately of finding, driving and reviewing modern classics or soon to be! This is right in the prime of my poster car era 👌spot on mate

@conquistadore4708 3 жыл бұрын

Nice vid. Pretty much spot on. Love my manual gen 1 V8 R8...chuffed that my feelings are shared, and shared so eloquently. Yes, there are newer and there are faster. BUT this is an important car and I’m so glad you captured the essence of that Sam. Good stuff :)

@williamrogercummings9607 3 жыл бұрын

I always appreciate your content and the attentnion that you pay to asthetic settings and artistic still shots in the vids. This one may have stimulated my interest in a Gen 1 Audi R-8, as well. Thank you.

@k-ron7403 3 жыл бұрын

What I love about the original R8 is it’s aged very well indeed. Such a gorgeous car. The right amount of power too. Not too much, not too little. I would happily have one

@munkyking4323 3 жыл бұрын

I am currently on my search for my next car and the usual suspects are on the list: 997, R8 and F Type R. A Vantage would be on the list but as I’m in the North of the US right now, AWD is needed for the winters. A couple of things you didn’t mention about the R8... If the AC goes - engine out to fix. The engines top end cokes up due to the injection system - big £££ fix. Most have magnetic suspension, which typically fails around every 30k miles. In the US that’s an $8k fix or swap out for normal suspension and electronics to delete the dash light. If you buy the single clutch auto, expect a non-auto ride. You have to drive it like a manual and it takes about a month to get used to it. Also the clutches in those don’t last long. Finally, there have been a few engines go bang for no apparent misuse reason. It’s a fantastic entry level supercar, but either get a warranty for it (though many companies won’t give you and extended warranty because of the number of expensive claims on them), be good at wrenching (I’m okay, but not ready for an engine out fix in one of these), or have deep pockets to fix it. US prices on these are around $60k at the moment with an additional $10k for a manual. Very aspirational video though! Enjoyed it.

@davidmacko2779 3 жыл бұрын

one of the most genuine youtuber. Love this chanel!!! keep up the good work! greetings from Slovakia

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@dissolvedpills 3 жыл бұрын

Even after all these years they still look very special. Excellent video!

@Auditography 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! One of the best Audis ever made. Cheers

@a6khu 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review Sam. One of the all time greats this!

@michalakis2906 3 жыл бұрын

Wednesday uploads have returned, YES PLS! Your content never fails to amaze Sam! Keep up the great work buddy and I'm particularly looking forward to your 996 first drive!!!

@stevengore578 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Sam. You summed the original R8 V8 up perfectly.

@CarsofGlasgow 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, love the grey colour for the subtle look. 100% agree with you

@GTIracerr 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, Sam! Awesome car from a time when cars were special and unique.

@drivenmad2089 3 жыл бұрын

The Gen 1 R8 is one of my favorite cars! V8 or V10 with the manual all day! great video as usual Sam

@maxspencer1151 3 жыл бұрын

Always super excited for the next video Sam. Watching these really makes me want to create content 😩

@Joshkemponcars 3 жыл бұрын

Still my dream car to own, always has been and always will be. Another great video Sam! 🔥🙌🏼

@jamespugh 3 жыл бұрын

Great video sam . Got stop in look any reason you see their definitely got the super car look

@mannski7269 3 жыл бұрын

Love the R8, fantastic car, way underrated. Thanks Sam for the video, you're doing a great job. Really cool car man cave you now have, super jealous.

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

So true. I had completely discounted it until I saw and drove the one I have now. Amazing car

@capnella 3 жыл бұрын

You are spot on about how sensitive the throttle is during rev matches! I smiled when you said this because I’ve noticed the exact same thing but never heard anyone else mention it before!

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Really caught me out, I'm sure you get used to it?

@mitchd949 3 жыл бұрын

Got my R8 in May 2015, one of the very last of gen 1. I love it today like I did the day it was delivered. Every drive is pure joy.

@th3orist 3 жыл бұрын

i really love the typical V8 sound. i get the appeal of a V10 or even V12, but there is something unique about V8 that neither of the other V's (also not V6) are able to give you sound wise. V8s are more deep and rumbly while 6,10 and 12 are more shouty. which is nice, especially on track, but as far as more regular day to day use goes i find V8s more reassuring.

@4SmokingTailpipes 3 жыл бұрын

I've been saying this for a while now.. I LOVE them and want one so badly. They are a modern classic supercar for sure. I reckon it's worth looking for a mint manual, low mileage, classic spec and I reckon they'll apreciate in years to come.

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more! But apparently they can be expensive if they go wrong

@4SmokingTailpipes 3 жыл бұрын

@@seenthroughglass Yes Magride springs to mind. One for the 5 car garage perhaps.

@erikfleischhacker3583 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Sam! This car hits a major soft spot of mine

@jakecaruana6858 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video Sam as always! I just love that car

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate

@ianmason3040 3 жыл бұрын

I've always thought the original R8 just looks cooler, wanted one ever since I saw that advert with the glowing red manifold :)

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

I got to drive this very car just the other day. It will be on my channel in a few weeks. I've got to say, that gated manual! Click, click, click... So satisfying!

@SamuelJBall. 3 жыл бұрын

I went for it just over six months ago now and couldn't agree more with everything you've said. They ride beautifully, sound brilliant, the throttle is razor sharp, the way it drives is sublime, it looks utterly fabulous and that gearbox is just the best one ever fitted to a car. Mine was one of the very first cars delivered to the UK, almost identical to that press fleet car and came with a great big hardback book sent to the first owner by Audi whilst the car was being built, inside is all sorts of information on the design, build, testing and heritage of the R8 including huge emphasis on the LeMans connection. You're spot on in saying how it makes you feel as though you're buying into that history. Brilliant car, brilliant review.

@petermcelvogue7521 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a future classic, especially with the manual gearbox.

@paulmcdonald9592 3 жыл бұрын

Great piece. Just love the original R8. Happy holidays!

@cfbm125 3 жыл бұрын

I spied you driving this near the Thames head inn, it looked like a real nice example, 👌

@TheMrFishnDucks 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome car. Nice Car. Keep up the good work.

@declanfardon5441 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a car to add to your collection Sam. Also, you're filming literally right outside my house haha, thought it looked familiar at the start! Could of come and joined you with my Porsche 996!

@car-enthusiast3141 3 жыл бұрын

Is an Audi s8 v10 a bargain luxury sedan ? Or e60 m5 ? Or what about the e63 m6 coupe ? The underatted bmw becoz of its styling but had the same v10 s85 engine...

@benkrapf 3 жыл бұрын

This car, with an exhaust, a new stereo, and updated UI with CarPlay... PERFECTION

@mattwright7058 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had the Gen 1 Audi R8 V8 and recently purchased a Gen 2 Audi R8 V10 Plus. Watching this video brought back many happy memories. Who cares what spec and generation you have - Gone but not forgotten! If your in the market for one of these, remember life is too short and go for it. Fantastic cars.

@AndreSantos-wu8ry 3 жыл бұрын

I like the design of this R8 much better than any of the successors. We seem to get lost in the countless new supercar releases with amazing stats, when the look and feel is the real sensory experience we get from these toys. Somehow this one really appeals to me, great video!

@MahitRulez 3 жыл бұрын

I still remember watching a Audi advert years ago, where they made the Audi R8 slowly. Still a advert I remember till this day. beautiful marketing from Audi

@and79 3 жыл бұрын

“the slowest car we've ever built”

@Husker5454 3 жыл бұрын

It was my dream car when i was 7 and its still my dream car now and the fact its actually affordable compared to every other super car its a goal i feel is reachable. Its also the only super car i have ever driven and it blew my mind the speed

@lroussou3411 3 жыл бұрын

Had mine just over a year now, It has been my dream car since I saw one in 2007 . Not many cars at £100k out there that I would swap it for!. Looks/ power/reliability and everything you have mentiond through your video. Best investment for £35k out there and a dream to look at as it matures. Keep up the great videos Sam...

@Meerios3 6 ай бұрын

What is the maintenance like on something like this? could you give a bit of insight?

@gregorygant4242 3 жыл бұрын

A modern classic by Audi. Still looks stunning after so many years. Great usability,great engine sound and that manual gated shifter! I could listen to that awesome gated all day, who needs a radio ,cool, cool!!

@dbnarizona 3 жыл бұрын

A thoroughbred sports car tame enough to enjoy on a casual trip to the market! Awesome!

@dcautomotive1369 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid Sam from a biased R8 V8 driver! It is strange that the V8 gets looked down on in the forums - it still an R8 after all. And if youve got an RTronic well youd better not join them at all!! I think in years to come the Mk1 will be coveted the most. But then I would say that of course . . . . .

@mikesonic29 3 жыл бұрын

You Almost said "look at it sat there" lovely vid Sam!

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Hahah! Thanks for watching

@86RSJag 3 жыл бұрын

Loving the 90’s Jeremy Clarkson Christmas special VHS music.

@Tom-zq6um 3 жыл бұрын

Stunning shape, perfect angles on it, always loved the R8. The original looks so much better/prettier than the latest model R8. Brilliant video. Still looks futuristic and modern today, timeless design.

@summitdetailing6697 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, great car, definitely a modern classic. Realistically you don't need any more performance on the road than what this offers. Cheers.

@willryan5508 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Sam, would love to see you compare a 981 cayman GTS and F Type V6S also!

@markkemmish1 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I think I'd have those two over and R8 for myself.

@che6mw1 3 жыл бұрын

Moved after 2.5 years and 30,000 miles with an R8 V8 to a 981 Boxster GTS. Absolutely loving the Porsche but the R8 beats it in virtually every category. Unsurprising, given the price difference from new. But it shows the R8 isn't just another Audi - it's something altogether more special. Easy to drive, great visibility, easy around town, but drop it a gear or two and its character changes. That being said the Porsche is close - which also tells you just how good the 981 GTS is. Both truly amazing drivers cars.

@gusdabus101 3 жыл бұрын

Seeing Iron Man drive one of these and messing around on the configurator in 6th grade was what got me into cars. Still obsessed with this design and I hope to own one in the future. Thank you for this video and reminding me of my dream!

@Amit_l92 3 жыл бұрын

The R8 is a modern classic! Great car.

@760350 3 жыл бұрын

one of the most eye catching car of its time. V10 over the V8 anyday.

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

Speaking from experience, I completely agree

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

@Dave Thornton I bought the GT, which is the only car I think the R-Tronic box works in. Having tried both, the qualities the GT gives you in driving dynamics make up for it not being manual... I'd go as far as saying it suits the R-tronic. Kinda comes across in this video... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/epqPeKxkyLuupIU.html But I've got a video coming with the manual v R-tronic v S-tronic

@Melmin 2 жыл бұрын

Imagine if these were even close to 35 grand now. A dream car forsure

@dko6657 3 жыл бұрын

3:18 "...such a beautiful moment" 😆😆😆

@francoisg3500 3 жыл бұрын

Good afternoon Sam! Keep up the great content! 👍🏻

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Will try

@matthewalexander3891 8 ай бұрын

Brilliant, love the opinion on the car spot on I would say.👌🏽

@tedubadu2536 3 жыл бұрын

This has long been one of my favorite looking cars. I love how aggressive looking the new ones are but this is just very well-proportioned. The back end still looks modern

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

I feel the same. I think the newer ones lost some of the elegance of the original design. Especially love the original spyder... But I might be biased 🤔☺️

@tedubadu2536 3 жыл бұрын

@@sportzntouring elegance was definitely lost

@locurachannel2894 3 жыл бұрын

The "MANUAL" V8 is my favorite, also the most difficult to find..

@mattjonesgt3538 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review Sam. I think this is a more grown up and more powerful version of my 06 Cayman 🤔

@Florissvdv 3 жыл бұрын

I will never not look at one of these and remember that shot where Richard Hammond drifted one around the outside of a 997 911 and how blown away I was by how futuristic it looked. I'm a huge Porsche nut (would love a 997 in fact) but these are just so cool. Sod the infotainment when you have a V8 like that for 35k.

@johntearle 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sam! Great video, as always. I agree with you - it is a great car. I love it so much I ended up eventually getting one. Have you ever had a chance to drive a Gen 1 manual V10, and if so then any thoughts? V8 or V10 are both great choices of course.

@stephenpeacock2627 3 жыл бұрын

Remember when they came out, they looked awesome. Definitely prefer the r8 v10 though, drove a manual spyder 5 years ago, was awesome and liked the manual box too

@biking261 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam, where did you film this? I think I know but would be interested to know for sure

@AlexSami-qw4qu 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 2014 R8 V8 manual in Sepang blue. It's an awesome car. And truly a future icon.

@mitchellsteindler 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you'd played the old carfection/Xcar intro...pure epicness

@MrHott50 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Sam sold my r8 which I loved to get a mclaren 570s .The very first one Paul tested so if u want a 5 year on video let me know Alan.

@johanlittorin2765 3 жыл бұрын

That gear shifter really looks epic :D

@joelpecker5819 3 жыл бұрын

Sam, I would love to see you do a similar video for the Ferrari 599gtb. Also aging well and can be had for pretty reasonable money

@hansolowarriar 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam, do you think the r8 and mk2 TTS the one you previously had drive similar?

@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video! As always! If you ever want to compare to my R8 GT Spyder... Just let me know 😉 I got a Bluetooth adapter for mine. Stereo problems solved 😆

@wackyrc1394 3 жыл бұрын

What's not to love about a manual V8 Audi, hope the V10 next up, thank you Sam 👍😃

@googlecreate1028 Жыл бұрын

The photography in this video is outstanding....

@bar1ton1 3 жыл бұрын

I actually prefer the manual R8 V8 model for any other R8 just for really enjoying the ride. Such a lovely lovely car. For track use, I would maybe take faster versions but this is the one to take for curvy summer roads. It's fabulous!

@noahmistry4368 3 жыл бұрын

Possibly the best-constructed video on youtube about the R8 V8. I don't understand the stigma around "v8 isn't a supercar only the v10"... Since when was a V8 not a supercar engine?!

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

Very kind! Glad you enjoyed it!

@johnnyboy1586 Жыл бұрын

I love the physical size of this car,saw one once in the flesh was surprised how small it looked

@gloubibla 3 жыл бұрын

This car make me so happy every time i start it, with stainless steel exhaust, sound is just fantastic !! Incredible car for the price, chassis effective, and 4WD help the car to be very secure and drive very fast in curves (or track). Don't hesitate to buy one, before price grow up !

@GN1995_3 3 жыл бұрын

I Totally agree with you Sam! Lovely video as per usual.

@tedwarner1041 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid.I think an exhaust is what it needs.

@OscarStevensonTheDon 3 жыл бұрын

Would be very interested in a comparison of 360 manual or R8 V10 manual - similar prices and both possible future classics.. opinions?

@seenthroughglass 3 жыл бұрын

I'm always going to lean towards 360 but maybe an interesting video for 2021 :)

@shorew3 3 жыл бұрын

Prices may have came down in the uk! But in North America they are still holding strong! Such a fantastic iconic car! Really being one of the first really reliable supercars made