Irrational decision: V10 AudiR8 or 1999 F355??????

[polar8]

I drive an amazing black V10 Audi R8. Its the most amazing thing to drive - I.ve driven most cars between100k and 200k and this is the best no question. But.... I don't go too far each day and I absolutely love 355's. Should I switch to a blue/black F355 and enjoy the Capristo sound and forget the shortcomings?

I love the R8V10 - it feels amazing to drive and the sound is the best side of a 355.

Would love your opinions
Thanks

[70proof]

you gotta go for the 355, if you have always had a soft spot for it.....

i love lambo's.... and am about to buy a gallardo...... but others around me have said why dont you buy a r8 or gtr etc etc...... more practical, cheaper to run, more reliable etc.... but i know its the lambo that will put the biggest smile on my face every morning, even though it will sit in the garage most days....

[JasonSF]

R8 is a hairdresser's car. 355 is a totally different thing altogether. There are no shortcomings.

[UH-Matt]

Seems like an odd comparison, surely you should be up at 360/430 when comparing with a V10 R8, or even gallardo

[anonymous-user]

JasonSF said:

R8 is a hairdresser's car

Why?

[SpeedYellow]

Well there is a simple answer to this, buy the 355 (not sure why a 1999 model as buy any aqe purely on the condition you want now as they are all old), run it around for a month or two to see if you enjoy it and it these shortcomings you think are there bug you too much, if not stick with it, if not buy the R8.

The reason for this, 355 prices are very static and a couple of k miles extra isn't going to effect resale in any real way. If you do it with an R8 and want out in a month or two you are going to get stung in a much much bigger way as they are still dropping month on month.

I own a 355 and a gallardo, 355 is the light feel some toy and the gallado is a bit of a sledge hammer... both fun in different way. Not driven a V10 R8 but it's 80% the same car!

[jackal]

polar8 said:

I drive an amazing black V10 Audi R8. Its the most amazing thing to drive - I.ve driven most cars between100k and 200k and this is the best no question.

Interesting experience and I guess auotbiographical to a certain extent.. Have you driven a scud, an RS 3.8 or even a regular 430 ? It all depend what you are looking for in a car but I guess that's why I find the post odd because 355 and R8 are so very different.

Edited by jackal on Saturday 4th June 12:13

[JasonSF]

garyhun said:

JasonSF said:

R8 is a hairdresser's car

Why?

I don't really know why, it's just how I feel about them. I guess I have subconsciously stereotyped Audi drivers, and see R8-drivers as TT-drivers with a bit more money. It's nothing personal, but most of the bad driving by anyone under 60yrs, seem to be driving Audi or BMW. One of my good friends has a lovely black V10 R8 together with a 430 spider. There is no comparison really, except in used vales at the moment. I don't think many people even notice when an R8 drives by them. This is only my own opinion, I am not trying to be arumentative in any way. Each to their own. Most of my friends love 360 Modenas, however, I find them ugly.

[anonymous-user]

JasonSF said:

I don't really know why, it's just how I feel about them. I guess I have subconsciously stereotyped Audi drivers, and see R8-drivers as TT-drivers with a bit more money. It's nothing personal, but most of the bad driving by anyone under 60yrs, seem to be driving Audi or BMW. One of my good friends has a lovely black V10 R8 together with a 430 spider. There is no comparison really, except in used vales at the moment. I don't think many people even notice when an R8 drives by them. This is only my own opinion, I am not trying to be arumentative in any way. Each to their own. Most of my friends love 360 Modenas, however, I find them ugly.

Having owned an R8 I cannot believe how wide of the mark you are factually. Buy hey, each to their own.

[zip929]

R8 V10 would be on my wish list if the funds permitted.
They certainly make my head turn when I see one. Every bit a supercar.

[Alf Essex]

JasonSF said:

I don't really know why, it's just how I feel about them. I guess I have subconsciously stereotyped Audi drivers, and see R8-drivers as TT-drivers with a bit more money. It's nothing personal, but most of the bad driving by anyone under 60yrs, seem to be driving Audi or BMW. One of my good friends has a lovely black V10 R8 together with a 430 spider. There is no comparison really, except in used vales at the moment. I don't think many people even notice when an R8 drives by them. This is only my own opinion, I am not trying to be arumentative in any way. Each to their own. Most of my friends love 360 Modenas, however, I find them ugly.

lol as you say each to their own, everyone will have a different view on that they want from a motor. As for me, if people have seen an earlier post by me, ive just purchased my new V10 R8 (had 10 days now) and ive run it up to highlands and back and everywhere i run around i get thumbs up, people taking pics, cars slowing down beside me to view the car & just stopped for some gas and had a crowd around the car...so in my experience R8s very much get noticed and in running from south all way up to scotland i didnt see one R8. i could have gone for a lambo or ferrari (which i have driven) but i preferred the daily use of the R8 and its just as quick if want to take on the track. I will be at silverstone tomorrow with supercar club so say hello

[JasonSF]

I do not want to offend any R8 drivers or indeed anyone. I was just giving my opinion. The R8 is no doubt a superb piece of engineering and must be the ultimate machine if you like Audi. I just don't. I would personally rather have a fiat 500. Lol

[anonymous-user]

Jason, it's not about offending us it's more that it's sad that your evocative comments are based on ignorance.

You my not like the R8 but, really, a hairdressers car and one you would choose a Fiat over?

[ferdi p]

I dont wish to offend anyone but someone who would choose a Fiat 500 over an R8 V10 is clearly a pillock

[anonymous-user]

ferdi p said:

I dont wish to offend anyone but someone who would choose a Fiat 500 over an R8 V10 is clearly a pillock

I'm obviously too mellow and polite today!

[JasonSF]

I could buy an r8 tomorrow. I have nothing against the r8. Other than it's an Audi. I average about 20k miles per year and have gotten sick of being flashed. Almost swerved into. Goaded to race. Cut up on roundabouts. And the majority if these people are chavs in audis. Never in r8s or indeed anything nice. Generally base a3s with stripes and halfords accessories. And whilst I agreebthe r8 and rs4 etc are fine cars. I have just come to not like the marque. Just a personal thing.

[SpeedYellow]

You need to take those stickers that say 'Audi drivers suck' then you might get left alone a little more!

[ferdi p]

I could buy a Ferrari scooter tomorrow. I have nothing against scooters. Other than it's a scooter. I average about 20k miles per year and have gotten sick of being goaded to race by the local dominoes delivery driver. Cut up on roundabouts. And the majority if these people are chavs on scooters. Never in Ferrari scooters or indeed anything nice. Generally base scooters with stripes and halfords accessories. And whilst I agree that Ferrari scooters etc are fine scooters. I have just come to not like scooters. Just a personal thing.
No Offence...

[JasonSF]

Lmao. V funny. Look it would not do for us all to be the same. The thread asked for preferences over a 355 or an r8. I have simply given my opinion. Lighten up.

[ferdi p]

Trust me I have kept it light, I'm sure your a nice fella but saying that an R8 is a hairdressers motor & that you'd rather have a 500 is a bit ridiculous (ok, the hairdresser bit is fair enough tbh)
I'm sure if you heard someone saying "all Ferrari owners are flash wa$$$ers, as a petrolhead, surely you'd defend yourself ???
Anyway, I'm genuinely just having a laugh & I'm sure you are too...