Discussion
IMI A said:
Not sure why guys are so negative about the R8 but I think they’re too flash. Certainly mid engined German exotic for me. Unless it was a 720s at double the money I’d go R8 as late as possible for £80k. Think you’re safe from 2017 early cars as per all manufacturers had issues. It’s a no brainer if running costs a concern. I think they look great 
Exactly, no wrong answers here, just different preferences 
Ok so I have had an email back after probing abit more and think they was trying to sell me the short straw to be honest
Audi R8 2017 model costs
Minor service is £440
Major is £895
Full cover warranty is £2900 a year which is the same cost as a mclaren give or take 100 quid
Frustrates me people can’t give you a straight answer straight away.
I am a big Porsche fan and love the brand but wanted to make a step to super car instead of sports car
Audi R8 2017 model costs
Minor service is £440
Major is £895
Full cover warranty is £2900 a year which is the same cost as a mclaren give or take 100 quid
Frustrates me people can’t give you a straight answer straight away.
I am a big Porsche fan and love the brand but wanted to make a step to super car instead of sports car
Maine_13 said:
Ok so I have had an email back after probing abit more and think they was trying to sell me the short straw to be honest
Audi R8 2017 model costs
Minor service is £440
Major is £895
Full cover warranty is £2900 a year which is the same cost as a mclaren give or take 100 quid
Frustrates me people can’t give you a straight answer straight away.
I am a big Porsche fan and love the brand but wanted to make a step to super car instead of sports car
True however in a McLaren, a warranty seems almost mandatory, in an R8 it definitely isn't. I'd put he money in a fund for a rainy day each year and see how you get on, especially if doing low mileage.Audi R8 2017 model costs
Minor service is £440
Major is £895
Full cover warranty is £2900 a year which is the same cost as a mclaren give or take 100 quid
Frustrates me people can’t give you a straight answer straight away.
I am a big Porsche fan and love the brand but wanted to make a step to super car instead of sports car
Edited by PompeyReece on Friday 17th January 17:17
PompeyReece said:
True however in a McLaren, a warranty seems almost mandatory, in an R8 it definitely isn't. I'd the money in a fund for a rainy day each year and see how you get on, especially if doing low mileage.
Wife had just said the same thing to me. I suppose because it will be my biggest ever car purchase I just want to make sure I am doing the right thing before I dive inThe Surveyor said:
IMI A said:
Not sure why guys are so negative about the R8 but I think they’re too flash. Certainly mid engined German exotic for me. Unless it was a 720s at double the money I’d go R8 as late as possible for £80k. Think you’re safe from 2017 early cars as per all manufacturers had issues. It’s a no brainer if running costs a concern. I think they look great
Exactly, no wrong answers here, just different preferences Left field suggestion - if you need a little space, I adore my FF and by summer it might well be in budget. The V12 is sublime in every respect
The Surveyor said:
Maine_13 said:
……….. a step to super car instead of sports car
Oh don't go there 
I don't think there are many Porsche owners who would get upset by such a definition.
The R8 argument is a totally different kettle <snigger> of fish though and best stayed well clear of.
I am with the OP though, a proper supercar after Porsche ownership is a reasonable move.
I just bought a 2017 R8 Spyder, not plus, for £80k. 2 years warranty and the next service and MOT done 3 months early. the 2 years deal wa available before 31/12 on all Audis from dealers. Even now, you will still get the next 12 service done and 12 months warranty from a dealer rather than a specialist, which is worth remembering (transferable Audi warranty including breakdown recovery)
Didn't buy for same reasons as you - wanted something that was interesting but useable, to put miles on this summer in Europe, and maybe leave it in the odd airport carpark! Ideal to have something that goes like a supercar, looks cool but not too attention seeking, and works with Apple CarPlay! (If 2017 onwards)
FWIW, I've owned a Gallardo before, and IMO there is zero point buying a 10-12 year old Gallardo at same money, unless for badge. (maybe Mk1 Superleggera would be the exception). Having said that, if you just want your first supercar to be a Lamborghini, instead of an Audi, that makes sense too!
However, new R8 is much better, easier and cheaper to run, and the engine is obviously mega. The Spyder party trick is dropping the rear window with hood still up, so you get full sound effects.
The latest, latest R8s all suffer from the GPF sound deadening, so I think the ones currently around £80k will hold value well, when people realise they are really the last of the screaming V10s. (same thing applies to F8 Tributo, Huracan Evo, 991.3RS etc - they are all launched as a cover for the muted engines now required. Different topic...
Had a 991 Turbo last year, and found it very dull by comparison (engine mainly)
Other £80k car I thought about - Ferrari 550, but different proposition and more risky!
Didn't buy for same reasons as you - wanted something that was interesting but useable, to put miles on this summer in Europe, and maybe leave it in the odd airport carpark! Ideal to have something that goes like a supercar, looks cool but not too attention seeking, and works with Apple CarPlay! (If 2017 onwards)
FWIW, I've owned a Gallardo before, and IMO there is zero point buying a 10-12 year old Gallardo at same money, unless for badge. (maybe Mk1 Superleggera would be the exception). Having said that, if you just want your first supercar to be a Lamborghini, instead of an Audi, that makes sense too!
However, new R8 is much better, easier and cheaper to run, and the engine is obviously mega. The Spyder party trick is dropping the rear window with hood still up, so you get full sound effects.
The latest, latest R8s all suffer from the GPF sound deadening, so I think the ones currently around £80k will hold value well, when people realise they are really the last of the screaming V10s. (same thing applies to F8 Tributo, Huracan Evo, 991.3RS etc - they are all launched as a cover for the muted engines now required. Different topic...
Had a 991 Turbo last year, and found it very dull by comparison (engine mainly)
Other £80k car I thought about - Ferrari 550, but different proposition and more risky!
Edited by footsoldier on Friday 17th January 18:01
footsoldier said:
I just bought a 2017 R8 Spyder, not plus, for £80k. 2 years warranty and the next service and MOT done 3 months early. the 2 years deal wa available before 31/12 on all Audis from dealers. Even now, you will still get the next 12 service done and 12 months warranty from a dealer rather than a specialist, which is worth remembering (transferable Audi warranty including breakdown recovery)
Didn't buy for same reasons as you - wanted something that was interesting but useable, to put miles on this summer in Europe, and maybe leave it in the odd airport carpark! Ideal to have something that goes like a supercar, looks cool but not too attention seeking, and works with Apple CarPlay! (If 2017 onwards)
FWIW, I've owned a Gallardo before, and IMO there is zero point buying a 10-12 year old Gallardo at same money, unless for badge. (maybe Mk1 Superleggera would be the exception). Having said that, if you just want your first supercar to be a Lamborghini, instead of an Audi, that makes sense too!
However, new R8 is much better, easier and cheaper to run, and the engine is obviously mega. The Spyder party trick is dropping the rear window with hood still up, so you get full sound effects.
The latest, latest R8s all suffer from the GPF sound deadening, so I think the ones currently around £80k will hold value well, when people realise they are really the last of the screaming V10s. (same thing applies to F8 Tributo, Huracan Evo, 991.3RS etc - they are all launched as a cover for the muted engines now required. Different topic...
Had a 991 Turbo last year, and found it very dull by comparison (engine mainly)
Other £80k car I thought about - Ferrari 550, but different proposition and more risky!
Interesting review thank you. Do you know what seat option is in yours and did you try the other seats? Didn’t know anything about the GPF thing. I was looking at 16/17 plate plus. Seem to be some reviews about odd suspension on the pre 66plate cars being bouncy over bumps Didn't buy for same reasons as you - wanted something that was interesting but useable, to put miles on this summer in Europe, and maybe leave it in the odd airport carpark! Ideal to have something that goes like a supercar, looks cool but not too attention seeking, and works with Apple CarPlay! (If 2017 onwards)
FWIW, I've owned a Gallardo before, and IMO there is zero point buying a 10-12 year old Gallardo at same money, unless for badge. (maybe Mk1 Superleggera would be the exception). Having said that, if you just want your first supercar to be a Lamborghini, instead of an Audi, that makes sense too!
However, new R8 is much better, easier and cheaper to run, and the engine is obviously mega. The Spyder party trick is dropping the rear window with hood still up, so you get full sound effects.
The latest, latest R8s all suffer from the GPF sound deadening, so I think the ones currently around £80k will hold value well, when people realise they are really the last of the screaming V10s. (same thing applies to F8 Tributo, Huracan Evo, 991.3RS etc - they are all launched as a cover for the muted engines now required. Different topic...
Had a 991 Turbo last year, and found it very dull by comparison (engine mainly)
Other £80k car I thought about - Ferrari 550, but different proposition and more risky!
Edited by footsoldier on Friday 17th January 18:01
footsoldier said:
I just bought a 2017 R8 Spyder, not plus, for £80k. 2 years warranty and the next service and MOT done 3 months early. the 2 years deal wa available before 31/12 on all Audis from dealers. Even now, you will still get the next 12 service done and 12 months warranty from a dealer rather than a specialist, which is worth remembering (transferable Audi warranty including breakdown recovery)
Didn't buy for same reasons as you - wanted something that was interesting but useable, to put miles on this summer in Europe, and maybe leave it in the odd airport carpark! Ideal to have something that goes like a supercar, looks cool but not too attention seeking, and works with Apple CarPlay! (If 2017 onwards)
FWIW, I've owned a Gallardo before, and IMO there is zero point buying a 10-12 year old Gallardo at same money, unless for badge. (maybe Mk1 Superleggera would be the exception). Having said that, if you just want your first supercar to be a Lamborghini, instead of an Audi, that makes sense too!
However, new R8 is much better, easier and cheaper to run, and the engine is obviously mega. The Spyder party trick is dropping the rear window with hood still up, so you get full sound effects.
The latest, latest R8s all suffer from the GPF sound deadening, so I think the ones currently around £80k will hold value well, when people realise they are really the last of the screaming V10s. (same thing applies to F8 Tributo, Huracan Evo, 991.3RS etc - they are all launched as a cover for the muted engines now required. Different topic...
Had a 991 Turbo last year, and found it very dull by comparison (engine mainly)
Other £80k car I thought about - Ferrari 550, but different proposition and more risky!
I think footsoldier is somebody who can give an unbiased opinion given his car history(if I remember correctly anyway) Didn't buy for same reasons as you - wanted something that was interesting but useable, to put miles on this summer in Europe, and maybe leave it in the odd airport carpark! Ideal to have something that goes like a supercar, looks cool but not too attention seeking, and works with Apple CarPlay! (If 2017 onwards)
FWIW, I've owned a Gallardo before, and IMO there is zero point buying a 10-12 year old Gallardo at same money, unless for badge. (maybe Mk1 Superleggera would be the exception). Having said that, if you just want your first supercar to be a Lamborghini, instead of an Audi, that makes sense too!
However, new R8 is much better, easier and cheaper to run, and the engine is obviously mega. The Spyder party trick is dropping the rear window with hood still up, so you get full sound effects.
The latest, latest R8s all suffer from the GPF sound deadening, so I think the ones currently around £80k will hold value well, when people realise they are really the last of the screaming V10s. (same thing applies to F8 Tributo, Huracan Evo, 991.3RS etc - they are all launched as a cover for the muted engines now required. Different topic...
Had a 991 Turbo last year, and found it very dull by comparison (engine mainly)
Other £80k car I thought about - Ferrari 550, but different proposition and more risky!
Edited by footsoldier on Friday 17th January 18:01
I think the 550 is out due to manual not being an option
Amazing cars though without a doubt
As I promised some input on costs
My 355 needed among other things - 2 new manifolds, 2 new cats (straight piped it), alternator, engine out service, a couple of clutches (city driving), a host of other things which even at a UK independent with low hourly rates added up to 20k plus over 2.5 years and 20k miles (this was all 10 years ago in the UK)
My Scuderia so far needed windshield, exhaust back box, big service, 2 new manifolds, Brake pads twice (track use), geo (to set it to challenge specs) and a few other things for about 20-30k Euros overall for 18k km and 2 years (this is all germany last 2 years at official dealer)
My FF needed a few batteries, a few other little bits and bobs incl front brake pads - warranty was c 4K a year, first service discounted at c 1.1k (the first 7 were included). It did have 2 gearbox repairs on warranty though. The infotainment/Navi screen is now shot, so will need to pay to replace that. Overall c 60-65k km and 4.5 years
Maine_13 said:
I have noticed there is 2 different seat options in the R8 does anybody have any experience with each?
Remember reading an EVO long term review on the R8 Spyder..They were very critical of the seat option on that particular car and IIRC they said it would have been much better with the other seat option..Trouble is i don't remember which seat was the problem but i think it was something to do with the hood storage compartment behind the seat forcing it too upright.R8 Spyder of 2017 vintage tremendous VFM and a stunning looking car for £80K..
Well had a R8 (V8) for 3 years and a F430 for 8 years and now have a 991 Turbo
The Ferrari is an event , but always carry’s the thoughts of mileage , clutches .... ball joints etc.
I never once in 8 years of ownership used the Launch control, in fear of the clutch going up in smoke....... but I loved it , the noise, the attention, the smiles, the speed all made for a exciting driving experience. The R8 had the looks but no passion, but did turn heads. The 991 T does not have the Italian supercar shape , but I needed the change , it’s understated which is what I wanted, very very fast , planted, sharp, and is up to date,
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The Ferrari is an event , but always carry’s the thoughts of mileage , clutches .... ball joints etc.
I never once in 8 years of ownership used the Launch control, in fear of the clutch going up in smoke....... but I loved it , the noise, the attention, the smiles, the speed all made for a exciting driving experience. The R8 had the looks but no passion, but did turn heads. The 991 T does not have the Italian supercar shape , but I needed the change , it’s understated which is what I wanted, very very fast , planted, sharp, and is up to date,
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