Introduction
Colin Bashford
Sleek lines, carbon side blades and a 5.2-litre V10 give the R8 an aggressive look and sound, especially in the lovely ‘Sepang Blue’ paint.
There are few cars that arrived on the scene with quite the same sense of theatre as the Audi R8. First revealed to the public at the Paris Motor Show, it marked a bold new chapter for Audi, a company better known at the time for understated executive saloons than mid-engined supercars. Yet here was something altogether different: low, wide, and unmistakably purposeful, with design cues drawn directly from the brand’s Audi Sport Team Joest Le Mans prototypes. It didn’t just look the part; it had the engineering pedigree to back it up.
From launch, the R8 was offered with a range of powertrains and configurations that broadened its appeal beyond the traditional supercar crowd. The early cars featured a high-revving V8, paired with either a gated manual or Audi’s R tronic transmission, before the line-up expanded to include the more potent V10 models. Buyers could choose between coupé and Spyder variants, rear-wheel drive or the marque’s famed quattro system, creating a car that could be tailored as much to spirited road driving as it could to everyday usability.
But it is the first-generation V10 that many enthusiasts gravitate towards, arguably the sweet spot of the range. Sharing its sonorous 5.2-litre engine architecture with the Lamborghini Gallardo, the R8 V10 delivered a heady mix of performance and character, with a soaring exhaust note that transformed every drive into an occasion. In ‘Sepang Blue’, as we have here, the car takes on an even more distinctive presence. The vivid metallic finish accentuates the R8’s sculpted side blades and sharp, flowing lines, giving it a sense of movement even when standing still. It’s a combination that perfectly encapsulates what made the R8 such a landmark model: supercar performance, everyday usability, and a design that still feels strikingly modern today.
This R8 V10 with R tronic transmission comes to market after almost four years with our vendor. It has covered approximately 18,262 miles and is supplied with two sets of keys, its original service book, and a current MOT valid until 17 December 2026.
This listing was written from information supplied by Colin after meeting John the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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John has lowered the reserve so the highest bidder will be more likely to win the R8 on Thursday, good luck!
Thanks,
Colin.
On the 2022 Audi Service Invoice it mentions the NSF Shock absorber has started to sweat. Do you know if this was rectified at the time? If not is there any fluid or leaks showing on any of the shock absorbers now? Thanks. Andy
Andy when my car went in for the service on the health check report i received it said light misting. When i had the next service done there was no mention of it. I had washed the car prior to the service and i think it was water. I have never had any problems with the mag ride at all. I have never had a single problem with the car. There is definitely no signs of fluid or any leaks whatso ever, thanks John
Hi John. Has the mag-ride suspension been checked over? Any issues/leaking? any replacements? Thank you
When i had the car serviced at Audi Carlisle in October 25 there was no mention of fluid leaks or misting whatsoever. I have never had any shocks changed or replaced, thanks John
Hi John, apologies showing 6 former owners plus you, so with 7 in total if 2 directors have exchanged twice , that accounts for 4, so you’d be 5th owner from my calculations?
What i meant was i am the third different owner of the car
regards
Hi John, any known accident damage/issues please? many thanks
No damage or any single issue, i did all checks before i bought the car. I have never had a single issue or problem as long as i have owned the car .
regards
Hi John
A few questions please
When were the sparkplugs and injectors last replaced as age related?
When has the gearbox last been serviced?
Do you know what the clutch wear is currently reading at?
Any issues with carbon build up or oil consumption?
Any information about the previous owners considering there are 6 owners with such low miles?
good morning Billy, hope your well. I had the sparkplugs changed in Nov 25 as i hadn’t had them changed whilst owning the car although they had been changed before with paperwork i received from the last owner.
i don’t know when the gearbox was last serviced although the manufacturer recommends getting changed at appx 30,000 to 50,000 miles, although experts suggest 30,000 to 40,000 miles. I don’t know what the clutch wear was although i had the car serviced at an Audi main dealership in Oct 25, i had a heath check carried out on the car and no mention of clutch wear or carbon build up was mentioned., with the present mileage of my car i wouldn’t expect there to be any of those brought to my attention. Whilst i have owned the car i have never had to put any oil in and i always check the level before i drive it. As for the previous owners the car was passed between 2 directors of a company twice, so technically i am only the 3rd owner. If you have anymore questions please feel free to contact me
Regards John
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Whitehaven, Cumbria
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