The definitive review will be on TV here in the next few weeks..top gear have it on in the next few weeks.BUt Clarkson already adores it and the Stig want to buy one..so I reckon it is a forgone conclusion as to what they will say.
(hint ..Clarkson in the Times said the only reason he gives it 5 stars out of 5 is because he cant give it 6)
I have not run the car in yet so any write up I do would be premature.
Yes, bottom line is most of us HAVE NOT driven this R8 yet.
When I looked for my e39 M5 replacement, I wanted the best performing car I could find for the money. I looked at every single car I was aware of, regardless of manufacturer. And that led me to the Ford GT. I am glad that I was able to not let my judgment be completely controlled by prior expectations of the brand.
I suggest the same here. You could hate Audi cars in general and still appreciate or respect the R8. The only complaint I have so far is the engine bay, it looks like a toy - but it was pointed out that the engine bay may have changed from the photo I took - and it was early in the game, so perhaps that was a developmental car I saw at the Cars and Coffee that day.
Anyway, I just want to say, keep an open mind and you may be surprised...
I still and most likely always will like BMW's, but it doesn't mean they are the only company capable of making world class vehicles...I've not yet owned an Audi, so I am certainly not trying to defend them. Just trying to remain open to them.
I'm excited that Audi chose to develop a car of this apparent caliber.
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2006 Dinan Mini Cooper S, Dinan Valved Koni Shocks, Eibach Springs, Dinan 3 Piece Forged Wheels, Dinan 15% reduction Supercharger pulley Kit, Dinan CAI, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Stage V Software, Alta Intercooler, LSD, Sport Package
2001 M5, Carbon Black Metallic, LOTS of mods, gone but fondly remembered
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For me, I don't like the way Audi cars perform near the limit, but for daily or spirited driving, they are quite good. I liked the new Audi TT that I test drove extensively (for my girlfriend).
No offense in any way to the thread creator, but it really is slightly silly to ask people's opinions on a new car purchase; on a forum, or in any other way. Who cares what other people think? It isn't going to be their car, it is going to be yours!
+1
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Yes, bottom line is most of us HAVE NOT driven this R8 yet.
When I looked for my e39 M5 replacement, I wanted the best performing car I could find for the money. I looked at every single car I was aware of, regardless of manufacturer. And that led me to the Ford GT. I am glad that I was able to not let my judgment be completely controlled by prior expectations of the brand.
I suggest the same here. You could hate Audi cars in general and still appreciate or respect the R8. The only complaint I have so far is the engine bay, it looks like a toy - but it was pointed out that the engine bay may have changed from the photo I took - and it was early in the game, so perhaps that was a developmental car I saw at the Cars and Coffee that day.
Anyway, I just want to say, keep an open mind and you may be surprised...
I still and most likely always will like BMW's, but it doesn't mean they are the only company capable of making world class vehicles...I've not yet owned an Audi, so I am certainly not trying to defend them. Just trying to remain open to them.
I'm excited that Audi chose to develop a car of this apparent caliber.
+1
I think an M3 would be a nice daily alternative to the R8 too but really- I think the R8 is a special statement from Audi and I think if you like it, get it.
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JC is hilarious to watch, and I think he is best taken not seriously...
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2008 BMW X5, 4.8i Sport (Our Family Hauler)
2006 Ford GT, Heffner Pulley, Heffner Tune, Accufab Exhaust, Ford Racing SSK, Halon Fire Suppression, Crow 6 Point Harnesses, Setrab Transaxle Cooler
2006 Dinan Mini Cooper S, Dinan Valved Koni Shocks, Eibach Springs, Dinan 3 Piece Forged Wheels, Dinan 15% reduction Supercharger pulley Kit, Dinan CAI, Dinan Exhaust, Dinan Stage V Software, Alta Intercooler, LSD, Sport Package
2001 M5, Carbon Black Metallic, LOTS of mods, gone but fondly remembered
Dyno 395.5 rwhp
2004 BMW K12S, Nurburgring Test Ride Event, 1 of 4 USA Test Riders selected
BMWs Sold: 1987 535is, 1997 M3 Sedan, 2000 K1200RS, 2000 R1200C, 1997 328i Sedan, 2004 R1100S BMW Boxer Cup Replika #3/300, 01 M5
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