2007 AUDI R8 V8 - 19,935 MILES

KEY FACTS

• This Audi R8 is a very well presented first generation example of the acclaimed mid-engine supercar with a desirable gated manual gearbox.
• Under the bonnet is the 4.2-litre V8 FSI engine, which sends 414bhp to all four wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox and Quattro all-wheel drive.
• The first keeper of this R8 had it for only six days, and the second owner kept the car from 2007 through to 2020, before the third and current keeper acquired it.
• The only alteration made to the car is an aftermarket switchable exhaust system, and it benefits from a comprehensive service history.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Finished in Daytona Grey with contrasting silver ‘side blades,’ this R8 features Pale Grey leather trimmed seats and door cards, with a black dashboard. Air-conditioning, heated seats and front and rear parking sensors are also fitted, along with Audi Navigation Plus.
• The original 19-inch ten-spoke alloy wheels remain in place.
• The current owner has installed a Topgear F1 cat-back exhaust system, which features switchable valves that can be opened or closed via remote control. The original factory exhaust is also included in the sale.
• The vehicle is accompanied by the service history booklet, and all original handbooks.

CONDITION

• The bodywork of this R8 has no known prior damage.
• The seller is not aware of any previous paintwork, and the Daytona Grey finish is in excellent condition, benefiting from a full ceramic coating.
• The offside front alloy wheel has some light kerb damage so would benefit from refurbishment; but the other three wheels are in very good order.
• Inside, the Pale Grey leather seats and the carpets are in original condition with minimal wear; the steering wheel is in superb order, and the interior switchgear is pristine and all functioning as it should.
• No mechanical or electrical faults are known, and there are no warning lights on the dashboard.
• The car passed its most recent MOT at the first attempt on 25 January 2021 at 18,282 miles, with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Last serviced in June 2020 at 16,242 miles, this service included replacement spark plugs, an oil change and a replacement starter motor.
• Previous services were in November 2018 at 15,386 miles, for an oil change and brake fluid renewal, and an inspection service was completed in February 2017 at 14,196 miles.
• The car’s air-conditioning pressure switch was replaced in March 2021 at 18,889 miles, along with a re-gas of the system.
• An S7 tracker was fitted to the car in October 2020 by the current owner.

Dates and mileage:

• Service - 10/12/09 - 5,303 miles - Audi
• Service - 07/12/11 - 8,280 miles - Audi
• Service - 27/11/13 - 10,486 miles - Audi
• Service - 11/11/15 - 12,796 miles - Independent
• Service - 23/02/17 - 14,196 miles - Independent
• Service - 13/11/18 - 15,386 miles - Independent
• Service - 26/06/20 - 16,242 miles - Independent

SUMMARY

The first-generation Audi R8 V8 is already a sought-after modern classic performance car, particularly with the desirable gated manual gearbox. This example is original and very well-cared for, and has an appealing specification, so it would make a great car to drive regularly or a strong addition to any collection.

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