Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

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    Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    I am new here and I need your advice, what are the common problem to be aware of. is there any different between 2008 or 2010
    thanks

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    the biggest problem is staying away from the car and having to work, eat, etc., it will become an addictive mistress....
    and then there is the accessorizing, it can truly be a money pit, but we get good at justifying, you will see....




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    Re: Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    Sagging seats, front wheels skip when on full lock.
    2008 and 2010, I'm not sure there's many changes but a general update happened between those two points - things like DIS went from red to white, updated RNS with better screen resolution, support for SDHC card and faster processors. I also believe the engine had a minor tweak too, a few additional bhp, but nothing much.

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    Re: Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    So should I buy it. it's 2010 V8 very clean black with black and orange inside. I did test drive it fast compare to my MB SL 550

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    The orange is worth at least 5 mph."


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    Re: Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    Quote Originally Posted by LAT View Post
    the biggest problem is staying away from the car and having to work, eat, etc., it will become an addictive mistress....
    and then there is the accessorizing, it can truly be a money pit, but we get good at justifying, you will see....




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    Lol you're cracking me up in this thread.

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    Re: Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    Guys give more encouragement I really like the car but I am worry about the maintenance issue since I have bad experience with my MB it gave too much problem with the engine, transmission and other issues.
    My plan to go to the dealer and pay for it tomorrow so push me to do it.

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    Re: Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    Here is the car
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    V8 2010 has 21,000 km it's about 13,000 mi
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    Re: Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    my V10 was pretty bombproof I tracked it, drove it really hard all the time then only thing that ever broke was the custom lip fitting a speed bump.

    Make sure you have audi care warranty with it and your fine
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    Toyota tundra V8 for sale or swap for ford F350 or bigger

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    Re: Looking to buy an R8 - what are the common problems

    No need to worry. Buy it, you'll like it.

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