Looking for v10 spyder

Models: V10 plus, GT, GT Spyder, V8 Limited Edition, Exclusive Selection Edition, China Edition and LMX
4.2 V8 32v Naturally Aspirated - 414 bhp (2007-2011) - 424 bhp (2012-2014)
5.2 V10 40v Naturally Aspirated - 518 bhp (2012-2014) - 542 bhp (Plus 2012-2014) - 562 bhp (LMX 2012-2014)
5.2 V10 40v Naturally Aspirated - 533 bhp (2015-)
5.2 V10 40v Naturally Aspirated - 602 bhp (Plus 2015-)
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Looking for v10 spyder

Post by vroomvroom » Sat May 09, 2015 8:55 pm

Really tempted by a R8 Spyder...as a weekend toy.

I run a b8 RS4 as a daily (my second) so feel I would need a V10 otherwise step up in performance would not be enough, equally a S-tronic ....

So any must have options ?
Is the going rate £90k ? (Early used s tronic)
Not bothered by colour (although white would be my last choice)

Any good ones up for sale, spotted a grey one on PH as private sale, emailed the seller but no reply yet...

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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by vroomvroom » Mon May 11, 2015 8:01 pm

Suspicion that the grey one on PH is an ex "hire" car....

So search back on

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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by Ungjaevel » Mon May 25, 2015 9:08 am

I'll hijack your thread, if you don't mind!

I'm starting to look into an R8 V10 as well. Probable purchase winter-15/spring-16.

I've so far read that I should check the suspension for leaks (front shocks especially), tyre wear and service history/warranty.
Anything else I should be looking in specific at?

I read that spyder adds ~30Kg - I can live with that and it is desired from my side. Are there any negatives besides weight?
Hello from Sweden/Philippines. My IKEA geschwindigkeitwagen! (766 hp / 571 kW / 1051 Nm), MRC'd, 22" forged, 'ramix, Milltek, ILR carbon bits, MTM adjustable springs.

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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by Graeme4130 » Mon May 25, 2015 2:20 pm

Ungjaevel wrote:I'll hijack your thread, if you don't mind!

I'm starting to look into an R8 V10 as well. Probable purchase winter-15/spring-16.

I've so far read that I should check the suspension for leaks (front shocks especially), tyre wear and service history/warranty.
Anything else I should be looking in specific at?

I read that spyder adds ~30Kg - I can live with that and it is desired from my side. Are there any negatives besides weight?
I always thought the weight difference was nearer 100kg ?
Have a word with DK on here if you can as he's had quite a few of both over the years, so is very well placed to compare
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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by HYFR » Mon May 25, 2015 2:54 pm

LOL

The spyder adds 200KG !!

LOL 30kg !

They are epic cars, but you loose some of the outright pace of the V10 in the spyder due to 200kg. but the chassis still feels just as composed without much scuttle shake to speak off

The noise roof down and Capristo is to die for

All early V10's have stopped depreciating now. I sold a 2010/10 Spyder last Jan for £62k ... can't find one now for £66k now

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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by Ungjaevel » Tue May 26, 2015 10:34 am

Hola!

OK - had to consult THE MIGHTY ORACLE.... (wikipedia).

V8 is 1560 Kg, V10 is 1620 Kg and V10 Spyder is 1720 Kg..

So yeah that's a considerable weight difference... f*ck.

Would really like some feedback from DK if he's owned several and can compare....!
Hello from Sweden/Philippines. My IKEA geschwindigkeitwagen! (766 hp / 571 kW / 1051 Nm), MRC'd, 22" forged, 'ramix, Milltek, ILR carbon bits, MTM adjustable springs.

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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by classba » Tue May 26, 2015 11:30 am

Ungjaevel wrote:Hola!

OK - had to consult THE MIGHTY ORACLE.... (wikipedia).

V8 is 1560 Kg, V10 is 1620 Kg and V10 Spyder is 1720 Kg..

So yeah that's a considerable weight difference... f*ck.

Would really like some feedback from DK if he's owned several and can compare....!
Fred, buy a R8 GT coupe and be done. :bigblink:
Too much power is barely enough.

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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by b7rs4saloon » Sun Jun 07, 2015 11:02 pm

I doubt that you would be disappointed with a Spyder. Iv had a few R8's. I can tell the difference between a coupe and Spyder, however that very small compromise pails into insignificance for the roof down noise.

Don't mess about, just do it! Either buy a car now, or at the end of this year. Don't buy in the summer, you will pay a big premium.

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Re: Looking for v10 spyder

Post by Ungjaevel » Tue Jun 09, 2015 6:28 pm

Depending on life situation and future outlook it is a 50/50 chance I will buy one this autumn/winter/spring or next year.
Gathering all the info needed now to make a good purchase... thanks for the feedback!
Hello from Sweden/Philippines. My IKEA geschwindigkeitwagen! (766 hp / 571 kW / 1051 Nm), MRC'd, 22" forged, 'ramix, Milltek, ILR carbon bits, MTM adjustable springs.

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