RE: Audi R8 Spyder V10 Plus vs McLaren 570S Spider
Discussion
I don't see the point in the mega bucks carbon bits and pieces...if you like the look so much get the parts dipped - probably get all the bits dipped for several hundred pounds, and if any get damaged (which they will...spliters, diffusers etc) the replacements will be a fraction too. Probably get more enjoyment out of driving it knowing it's less precious too.
I'd love a relatively basic 570...I wouldn't even consider the Audi against it, it's just less super.
I'd love a relatively basic 570...I wouldn't even consider the Audi against it, it's just less super.
What's great about the green? I don't see how it's any different to the same bland green you can find on some crusty old Focus.
For me, it's a lot of money for the Audi, despite knowing the virtually identical Huracan commands the same price. This is somewhat shown in the ads, as the residuals aren't great.
For me, it's a lot of money for the Audi, despite knowing the virtually identical Huracan commands the same price. This is somewhat shown in the ads, as the residuals aren't great.
Omg that audi looks sooooo dated. Are the seats sitting on cushions?
Also why has it got a front grill bigger than a v12 Aston? Looks like a cheap plastic fireplace stuck on the front of a mid engined car in a desperate failed attempt to add prestige. What next a Rolls Lady on the bonnet? Bwahahaaaaaaaa!
Also why has it got a front grill bigger than a v12 Aston? Looks like a cheap plastic fireplace stuck on the front of a mid engined car in a desperate failed attempt to add prestige. What next a Rolls Lady on the bonnet? Bwahahaaaaaaaa!
Edited by noble12345 on Monday 30th October 16:52
From a little bit of investigation, you are paying £7k for the colour of the leather on the seats - not the seats (or the fact that they are leather/diamond stitched). So if you just go for a regular colour, it's only a no cost/£450 option. So there is a saving to be made right there on the R8 spec.
Thought that was a little daft considering the seats look identical to the ones in my S5 and they certainly were NOT £7k!!!!
Thought that was a little daft considering the seats look identical to the ones in my S5 and they certainly were NOT £7k!!!!
Ive given up trying to read it, know clue who any of the people your comparing the cars to and think I need a thesaurus to work out what you were going on about.
You dont have to use all these fancy words to make it a good read, your just making less people want to read it! Some of us arent as well educated to understand what your trying to say.
You dont have to use all these fancy words to make it a good read, your just making less people want to read it! Some of us arent as well educated to understand what your trying to say.
Ive given up trying to read it, know clue who any of the people your comparing the cars to and think I need a thesaurus to work out what you were going on about.
You dont have to use all these fancy words to make it a good read, your just making less people want to read it! Some of us arent as well educated to understand what your trying to say.
You dont have to use all these fancy words to make it a good read, your just making less people want to read it! Some of us arent as well educated to understand what your trying to say.
and aren't all manufacturers floor mats exclusive to their own marque?
570s with sports exhaust and silencer delete for me please.
The Audi's proportions look wrong with the roof down, and a canvass roof on a supercar just doesnt seem right to me, when the alternative has a folding CF hardtop!!
The logo your keyfob & car shouldnt matter.... but Mclaren Vs Audi, is like Omega vs Casio. Audi is just not an aspirational brand. Which is what I want if spending £150k of my hard earned cash.
Konan said:
If you can't stretch to the Audi, you might be able to pick up the same colour on a VW 
That's kind of the point. If you want fast versions of ordinary cars you have a limited selection of very ordinary colours, or you have to pick some sort of "exclusive" option which costs thousands. Why? It's still just paint. Same goes for sports cars - the standard paint colours are usually predictable. I speak with authority on this as my last three cars have been black. This is partly because a lot of cars look good in black as the grilles etc. are the same colour and partly because I didn't like the other colours, but I think my next car's going to be something different. So what if it hits the resale value? My daughter wants a purple car and I'm tempted.
I also like the brown that Porsche do. Like this one.
I think it's pretty obvious that those options simply exist to capitalise on those for whom money is no object. You can't sit and justify each one because McLaren themselves probably couldn't. But if someone will pay for it, why not offer it? It's one of those perpetual things. If it puts more ££ into the manufacturers account for developing other products then why not? That said, I'd love to know some of the profit margins!
I like both, the subtlety of the R8 coupled with it being as-easy-to-drive as a hatchback, plus the madness and extravagance of the McLaren. Fortunately not a decision I'm ever likely to need to make!
I like both, the subtlety of the R8 coupled with it being as-easy-to-drive as a hatchback, plus the madness and extravagance of the McLaren. Fortunately not a decision I'm ever likely to need to make!
“To do so obliges you to nudge the airliner-style gear lever into Drive, and then marvel at how effortlessly the R8 slips its mooring. It's like runny honey at slow speeds; the seamless interaction of engine and gearbox”
Is Santa Barbara or Troy Queef writing for PH these days?
And, with a dab of oppo....
Is Santa Barbara or Troy Queef writing for PH these days?
And, with a dab of oppo....
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