Lightly Exercised R8 V10 Lives in a New York (State) of Mind
With just 7,000 miles on the 5.2-liter V10, Ice Silver R8 V10 chills the roads of the Empire State with its Teutonic presence.
The Audi R8 V10 proved to be the better formula for Ingolstadt’s halo car. So much so that when one goes to shop for either the R8 coupe or convertible today, the only engine available is the 5.2-liter V10 FSI; the V8 and manual transmission were both left behind with the debut of the Type 4S R8 in 2015.
Recently, we found a wonderful example of the Type 42 R8 V10 on Bring a Trailer, currently living in a New York (state) of mind. But it may not for long, depending on who snatches this beauty up.
This 2011 R8 V10 in Ice Silver originally called Washington state its home before moving to Upstate New York somewhere along the way. Through the rainy evergreen forests or the snow-covered trees, this silver bullet blends in well with the colder climes (having quattro helps conquer those chilly roads, too).
Delivering the power to all corners, of course, is the famed 5.2-liter FSI V10 (which also powered the Lamborghini Gallardo, among other Lambos). Packing 525 horses and 391 lb-ft of torque, the big V10 moved this R8 V10 to 60 mph in just under four seconds. Managing the power is not the six-speed manual, but a six-speed R-Tronic dual-clutch, with the silver 19-inch forged wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zeroes planting the power firmly upon the road. Only 7,000 miles have been logged by the V10 since new; thus, it practically still is new.
Inside the R8 V10, heated adjustable black leather seats provide plenty of warmth against winter’s chill. A Bang & Olufsen sound system carries any musical accompaniment to the occupants. Meanwhile, Audi’s MMI infotainment system delivers all the latest along the way to the next coffee and cars meetup.
Though over a decade old today, this R8 V10 looks as timeless as ever. The sound of the V10 no doubt draws all the attention upon this Teutonic silver bullet as it freezes the road behind it. Whomever takes it home will have one of the best machines to ever leave Ingolstadt.
Photos: Bring a Trailer
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