I Got Scammed And Lost $80,000 Owning My Twin Turbo Audi R8. Seller Completely Lied!

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[@bronson2585]

Buying a $160k car and not flying out to test drive it or even look at it is insane 😂

[@angelcelis9090]

Did you miss the part he had a shop check it out and confirm him the car was perfect😂🫵

[@metatron5199]

⁠@@angelcelis9090 100% he fucked himself terribly, that’s why you never use a shop your unfamiliar with or you have someone you personally know and trust with cars who can vouch for the shop either way you need to be able to trust the shop to do a proper papi especially if your paying them 200-300$ for it. Bc they should have caught all those problems without question and its clear they either scammed him (the shop) for the 200-300$ or worse they collaborated with the R8 seller bc he could have paid them as well and he’d be none the wiser if the R8 seller had done so, either way he made such a rookie mistake buying this car and wy he’s now out 100k and no longer even has the car! Talk about taking a major L which all could have been avoided if he’d had gone and seen the car himself.

[@TheGen4online]

he sounds really stupid then he want more then a stock one when it is modded no way 120 he should be happy even that is to mutch when it is fucked up

[@NickTaylorRickPowers]

Irresponsible

[@G82Watts]

Nah its fine if it isn't tuned and modified. If it is u def have to test drive it and see how it feels.

[@thewolf61691]

It's so hard to buy a modified car because most people aren't dedicated to make them oem quality when it's finished.

[@y00h000]

This. So much this. This is exactly why I just draining my savings to buy a brand new car that I will modify slowly instead of picking up the used version and throwing the extra into the mods.

[@StillFlyingSoulo]

I have to strongly disagree with you. I’m in a fb group dedicated to selling built cars and there’s plenty of clean builds on the market. I’m building my own rn and this isn’t the easier path by any means 🤣

[@arnoldwilson3719]

thats why i plan on creating wiring diagrams etc for my car due to all the modifications. 😂😂😂

[@Unknown_Ooh]

- Didnt fly out to see a stupidly expensive exotic car with 65k+ miles. - Only did the vin check after receiving the car - Paid an unfamiliar shop only $2-$300 for a full teardown inspection on an exotic car - Paid and handed over his own vehicle along with everything else listed above. - Continues to drive a car with a bad transmission knowing parts have to be replaced then **surprised Pikachu face** when the transmission fully blows up. It's really hard to feel bad for this guy.

[@E_Static]

Dude finessed you and all the signs were there from the beginning. Never get so focused on something that you lose all objectivity.

[@rowandekker9228]

Ignoring red flags ..... you didn't get scammed you lost focus.

[@KandiMan]

No, he definitely got scammed, worthless PPI and horrible seller

[@StillFlyingSoulo]

That doesn’t make it less of a scam 🤣

[@angelcelis9090]

@@rowandekker9228 found a scammer

[@ladin425]

the real tragedy is you lost your F150!

[@ryanfreeman5987]

Dude needs to be called out to help others.

[@ProctorAutomotivePerformance]

All I'm hearing is that you listened to a bunch of parts changers who never once diagnosed the car. The AC was a big red flag for wiring. You can't simply listen to the code. It's just a reference point on where to start. When it blew the first fuse at the shop, the harness should have been inspected.

[@yeahman1756]

You didn't get scammed. It's your fault that you didn't do your homework thoroughly before handing your truck and the differences of cash over. I would never simply just swap shiet over with that much value without doing extensive checks on all of the shiet on that other car first. Even at equal value. We both go to reputable mutual agreement shop to check everything out first on both cars.

[@WholeSomeHomie]

He still got scammed.

[@confuse3671]

I got mildly ripped off on a truck once. The only way I buy is this. Negotiate the price, get a bank check, get the cheapest plane ticket. Go look at, touch etc. Do the final transaction at a bank. I'll drive it back or bring it to a delivery service (depending on how far). If the car doesn't pan out, a cheap plane ticket home.... My only problem is when the car is at a cool city, my wife wants to come along. Makes my $500 budget adventure turn into a $1500 long weekend.

[@peterobertson2086]

That's the great way. Same here.

[@YEUNGPERFORMANCE]

The problem was you were avoiding diagnostic cost. If you took it to a shop and have them diagnose the car, instead of asking questions over the phone with just codes, you can blame anyone but yourself. And Yes the seller did screwed you over.

[@ibobeko4309]

bruh, you pictures looks like you have no eyebrow at all, creepy asf.

[@divotf15]

I remember the previous r8 owner posting it for sale specifically calling out it had “good compression”. Definitely felt sketchy reading that post back then.

[@lassikinnunen]

Wouldnt good compression be only relevant if its not a runner or something. Akin to "it has spark" or "no glitter in the oilpan"

[@Liverys4th]

@@lassikinnunen I think he is saying, the fact only someone who had worries about compression would put that in the bio of selling a car. IF the car was in real perfect condition they wouldn't even mention a lick about compression

[@lassikinnunen]

@@Liverys4th yeah like saying you have no std's currently on grinder its a bit sus haha

[@barkbros123]

Bro no lie your pretty good at telling stories even tho this was pretty wack to see happen , thank god KZbin showed me your channel 💯💪

[@rico-outdoors970]

Having been a previous Audi owner, none of this surprises me at all.

[@ozracin81]

Damn.... Yea I thought that kit looked really weird, glad you traded it in.. Hope you have better luck with the BMW. Karma will catch this kid, I'm sure he blow the motor but played it off..

[@thunderroy24]

Don't get me wrong, you did get scammed but from a mechanic perspective you should've went after wiring or electrical systems first before you decide it's a mechanical problem, you come out cheaper In the long run cause it's not as or near as expensive to solve and fix an electrical issue versus trying to just throw money and parts and hope it solves the problem

[@Over-kill1]

I’m glad you made the mistake so nobody else would have to and more over. I’m glad you made a video on it. Detailing your pain and suffering. you’re a respectable man.

[@SmartfoolGB]

Dude you made sone mistakes with that car. You should have had a more thorough inspection with your own expert rather than relying on corruptible processes for assurance.

[@E_Static]

Right. R8 guy probably paid the shop to give a good report.

[@nateTrh]

You have to trust your gut when dealing with cars. If it seems sketch, it probably is. It doesn't help that most people only trade cars because they have issues and want something else.

[@key2shawn154]

@@E_Statiche should have brought an actual Audi expert professional to check it

[@dwaynemaxima]

As a technician for over thirty years they let you down. You are not supposed to guess what's wrong, you're supposed to properly diagnose the customer concern. Playing guessing games is what they did that cost you so much money. Whenever a fuse is blown you should check the wiring. Those shops are just as guilty as the person that sold you the car. If something seems fishy stay away from it especially with those large amounts of money.

[@thieltech1]

The wiring was the whole issue , wasted 40 grand on transmission work you never needed. And the fact you spent 30 grand on a transmission rebuild is a crime in itself

[@ferretkiller9454]

Transmission rebuild: 30k Diag the actual problem: priceless

[@angelcelis9090]

@@thieltech1 the issue was the seller lying about the car lol. This comment section is actually brain dead lol must be trump supporters.

[@mitchharper_rule62]

It takes stones to publicly acknowledge bad financial experiences. Brother, don't beat yourself up too hard. A lot of us have done that type of thing. We all live and learn. Yours was pretty expensive, though, but I'll share a couple that I lost $$$ on... * I picked up a 2012 C6 Grand Sport, 5,000 mi. in perfect condition, in 2015 for $45.5. I put over $60k into it, 900HP, E85 built motor, ran great. But when I went to sell it, obviously, I took a hell of a beating. I shouldn't have sold that car, it was perfect. * 2021 I bought a high performance boat during the crazy covid shit. When I sold it, I lost well over $30k. * I recently picked up a new 2023 Durango Hellcat for $89,500. It's depreciation is dropping Like a Rock I'm sure. The point is, if you are in the hobby, it is very, very expensive, no doubt. I personally have done good with the purchases, but when I sell them, I get beat to hell. I don't like the hassle with trying to get top dollar. I'm sure my Durango will be the same thing, but I do plan to keep it forever (LOL).

[@blue_lancer_es]

22:42 cars are not diagnosed via text email or Whatsapp. You needed to get a real diag. 30k for a wire.

[@1kontrabida]

The new R8 owner thanks u very much for fixing everything before got it.

[@mayne_waurer]

No I don’t the car is still messed up pretty bad

[@1kontrabida]

@@mayne_waurer damn, what seems to be the issue?

[@mayne_waurer]

@@1kontrabida the wiring repair is just two wires overlaid and just out in the open so bound to happen again, leaking oil, intercooler pump wasn’t plugged in. Then found the fuse and wiring for it all melted. There’s a boost leak. The list goes on and on. I got screwed to because the car was supposed to go to an exotic shop for inspection before purchase and Turned out it didn’t. I just got sent a bs multi report sheet

[@ZAKU-GD]

moral of the story, if its too good to be true, IT IS!!!! how does anyone not adhere to his, if u let it happen, YOU DESERVE IT

[@cawsticky1322]

In the UK modified cars are always worth less regardless of mods and money spent, once it's not standard, tuned it's trouble, period. Sorry for your loss.

[@MoneymanRome]

A Audi R8 V10 is my dream car too so I can definitely understand the pain and the journey trying to make it work. I’d definitely say blast the seller you got it from. He could’ve been honest with a few of the issues.

[@bobbyQQ]

Man hearing someone say a 65k mile Audi for $160,000 is a steal is just wild to me lol i dont know the market for them at all but it just sounds wild.

[@georgemcmurrayiii4633]

That's a complete nightmare. Thanks for sharing

[@FerociousPancake888]

Really tough when someone takes advantage of something you really want. The R8 used to be my absolute favorite car so I can understand. Good lessons to learn.

[@Thumper68]

PPI guy got paid double then you gave 😂

[@ramonbriones4487]

Actually just some beers. It was homeboy's friend

[@NickSaint305]

Goes to show. Even the shops with all the hype are clueless… it’s always better to build your self. If anything goes bad it’s your lesson and you’ll learn from it or quit trying. As soon as you saw a blown fuse, someone should have been trying to track down a short.

[@PapaG603]

U lost more than that once depreciation hits that BMW..Good story thanks for sharing.

[@sortedsupercars4431]

Billet half shaft??? Why did someone recommend this. This is not needed until your above 2k whp and doing dog racing.

[@LextasyNation]

I told the shop I may be doing drag racing so they said go ahead and do it

[@asimzafar7734]

Definitely necessary. The oem half shafts break around 1200whp

[@seriously6331]

Let this be a lesson to everyone. DO NOT purchase a modified car.

[@whitejodeci8926]

Don't buy a modified car from a sketchy shop.

[@gregblack8550]

Any mods I’m incapable of doing don’t get done . I figure it’s time to move up in a car . I’m sure there are guys you can trust but if something goes wrong I want to be the one that fixes it . Ive seen some terrible work from folks you would tell me are the best . One big tell if the mods look like the oem did it .

[@tedjohnson64]

The screen capture of the text message from the PPI said “zero issues that I could find”. That would make me question the thoroughness of his inspection, as every used car has issues. And him adding the plausible deniability phrase “that I could find” makes it that much more of a red flag.

[@LextasyNation]

Never thought about that honestly

[@kevculmstock1]

Dude, thanks for sharing the story. There is a lot to learn about troubleshooting from this story.

[@l67skidz18]

I'm pretty sure we've all been there I think, it's not all on you man there are people like JOHN everywhere, these people don't care because they get what they want..!

[@LeeVai666]

Giving up on your dream car after a year…. Bro my build isn’t even my dream car and it’s been acting up for 3 years now. Melting wiring harnesses, tires rubbing on intercooler piping, blowing fuel lines are just a few of my issues off the top of my head. It’s all part of the adventure!

[@Drgoldthumb]

Buys broken car Spends the money to fix car Doesn’t enjoy fixed car Sells car for a loss 🤦‍♂️

[@JokerSpadesMusic]

You spent 30k because you had bad diag! Immediately when all lights came on and the camera issue, I would've told you to tear the car down a bit and inspect the entire harness. When that fuse blew you definitely should've inspect the diagram to see what does the fuse protect. This could've been a $2k job at solo motorsports

[@deadstockflaco]

Sheepy ain’t it bro

[@davepaturno4290]

When I had my C5 Corvette, I recall seeing in the forum, a common issue with many in which the dash would light up with all kinds of warning lights. It turns out the wiring bundle that went from the door into the engine bad was getting pinched, resulting in insulation being rubbed down until bare wires shorted against each other. Bad design Then the EBCM would fail because of one component....insufficient duration testing by GM Then the rear-mounted smog pump check valve would fail every few years....insufficient duration testing by GM Early door lock module failures......same root cause I could go on and on, but I learned the hard way that if a stock vehicle has problems, modifications may make things worse. THAT'S why I never considered a newer Corvette. GM and electronics/electrical wiring don't mix. Audis are not known to be much better.

[@robsdeviceunknown]

Dang brother. This story just breaks my heart but I can relate. I never lost THAT much but what I did lose broke me. Still recovering from a bad buy (fraudulant title). So I'm sure you learned from that mistake and glad it didnt have any major repercussions.

[@Josh-hr5mc]

I've always been a built not bought kinda guy. I like to do all of my own work unless it's something that involves specialty tools. It's a sense of accomplishment I guess.

[@AMGTT]

Man bought a hack job R8 no AC in 160k car is disgraceful

[@spcneary]

This is painful to watch, we have all been there, but not after spending that kinda money😮

[@corysexton3970]

Tell you're a cool guy and that should have never happened to you❤

[@demonslayer6163]

As soon as it blew the fuse you should have known it was an electrical issue. I would be blaming whoever did the pre inspection on it and whoever diagnosed the transmission issue.

[@i_run_far1132]

Bah you broke even on the R8 but lost $80k on the F-150.

[@ikeeiie78]

Life lessons it’s how we learn. You won’t do that again. That’s how I’d look at it you won’t get had again. Good video, why is it anytime I hear sheep’s name it’s always attached to something negative lol

[@andreyt1436]

This is like the 5th content creator to have a issue tied to sheepy…….😐

[@emanueljasivkovich3688]

We live and we learn. Glad to see you back on KZbin broski

[@LextasyNation]

Thanks man

[@StreetDrivenDaily]

thanks for throwing a warning out there ' and warn people. that electrical wiring probably threw bunch of gremlins out. So, Sad man. So much money. Wish you kept the r35 GT-R.

[@LextasyNation]

I agree brother

[@peterobertson2086]

Modified cars are generally not worth as much as original cars. A good way to flush money down the toilet, modifying cars.

[@steezhy5864]

sorry about your lost bro. Shouldve gotten an m5

[@ducaduke]

I’m sorry for your troubles. But this is the type of “DIAG “ I hate. You’re changing parts when you don’t even know if that’s the issue. I’ve refused so much work because I’ll have a client come to me and say “hey can you change this or that “ I ask why they go ahead and tell me they’ve narrowed it down to this sensor or whatever. I tell them if I can’t confirm and get paid for confirming I won’t do the work.

[@hamilton04201]

I'm ready to see you back on KZbin. Enjoy your videos.

[@LextasyNation]

Thank you brother, I’m going back to a regular upload schedule

[@Poseoptional01]

Thank you for sharing 💯

[@getoutyourfeelings2613]

He scam you and you block out his instagram 😂

[@davvehallberg]

Your mind went to a faulty transmission because someone said that the car might have had issues on 3rd gear before, so you probably asked is this a transmission fault looking for that confirmation. This is why its good to get fresh eyes on the car from someone who don't have that bias, and on the phone doesn't count!!

[@GlassWolfLH]

Sue the seller for hiding pertinent information, and sue the garage for the false PPI.

[@alexstealth27]

Don’t worry. Karma will get them twice as bad.

[@visiblegiraffe812]

He got his karma in blowing up your old truck. Expensive learning lesson, I bet you won't make this mistake again.

[@vultureguy33]

-This dealership owner screwed me -also I'm going to protect his anonymity - but don't buy from him, whoever he is

[@davidcoombs1874]

You should have gone after the PPI. The shop failed to disclose things about the car. You were well within your rights to demand your truck back because it was sold under false pretense. You should have sued him or the company that performed the PPI if he refused to refund the vehicle. You got hosed.

[@thatGRprick]

I think the title should say my smooth brain cost me 80,000 instead.

[@THEMADSOUTHAFRICAN]

I bought a golf r and a similar thing has happened to me. Owner was dishonest, car also passed Dekra testing and was quote on quote perfect. It’s now leaking oil and I’m having to put like 3k in to fixing it. People like this should be jailed and charged with a crime.

[@LextasyNation]

Sorry to hear that man

[@alexsaam2696]

Thats what you call having more money than sense. Some people should not own supercars. Me including

[@civicgsr19]

My buddy had a 2010 R8 V10 with a UGR 1400 kit on it, he fried ecu #1 two times, UGR took it, looked at it couldn't find a problem, long story short it ended up being a ground wire rubbing the firewall and shorting out a $4800 ecu with a 8 week lead Time...TWICE I think those cars are just too tight for these kits.

[@executiveinvestments]

And no way those motors dont handle 1500whp. Its recommended to stay below 1100whp. Go to boost it forwards channel. He was told this on his huracan but pushed it to almost 1200whp. The motor needed a rebuild after one season.

[@streetdevilz1454]

$160k is a lot to wager on if folks is not being truthful with you

[@deadstockflaco]

PPI guy definitely got paid under the table

[@RichardWentzel-m2g]

Yeah that sounds like a total nightmare. I can relate though wait till you hear this. I found an 06 Lincoln Town Car Signature Limited for sale here in AL. They wanted 14k for it and so I was thinking they either have a super nice car or they have lost there minds right. So I drove the four hours to go see the car and when I get there none of the actuators in the dash worked at all. It would blow cold air out the feet part of the dash but no where else. And the back vents were stuck on cold no heat in the back and this was at the end of winter time. The car had 70k miles on it and the rest of it was perfect so I offered 11k and they settled at 11700 bucks. It's dark cherry metallic which is an awesome color. It's kinda purple or dark red or maroon depending on the light and angle you look at but I love the thing. Everyone I know loves the thing and it's not just a regular old town car there's something special about it. There's about five of them in this town I live in but mine is the only V code eighth digit car with the rims I have. All the others are Y cars and have regular town car rims. Most of them are white but none the same color I got. Anyway about 2000 bucks has fixed the dash it had to come out, got some cat back exhaust it's super loud for a car with cats but it sounds really good. Everyone always says why are your exhaust tips not ran out the back? Well cuz I like em out the side behind the back tire. Oh and I just got a new master cylinder stopping was getting real sketchy there for a minute. I love my car man like nobody's business I paid to much but I don't even care. It was owned by an old dude who took really good care of it. There wasn't a speck of dust behind the dash. All the inspection marks are still there it's like it just rolled out brand new and I'm about to roll over the 75k mark.

[@prakbis]

Total spent is north of 240K + headaches + time + excuses and finger pointing > new MSRP + dealership because I can charge. Great lesson on car buying 101. Bottom line is test drive yourself before buying.

[@JTmovingweight99]

Clean charger build

[@stevegonzales527]

i have 0 clue how people hand over their money so quick just because someone sounds trusting if anything thats the biggest red flag.

[@MrSmokin04]

Crappy people everywhere. You paid for a very expensive tuition to life college.

[@AmericaFirstFLL]

I bought a 2015 R8 V10 Competition model off the dealer floor. It was a wonderful car. In 2020 I had the money to put a twin turbo kit on the car. I contacted Henessey and they informed me they were no longer doing the upgrades. It’s probably a good thing. It only had 5500 miles on it when I was forced to sell it in divorce for only $84k. The dealer got a great deal.

[@LextasyNation]

Sorry to hear that, Henessey is not worth it. I would go to UGR or AMS.

[@USDOTATF]

@@LextasyNation Another bites the dust.. Henessey and Sheepy are on the lower end of the spectrum but still recognizable companies. UGR is simply worth the extra cash because you’ll know they’ll do a premium job as channel owner recommended.

[@KandiMan]

$160k for a 2017 R8 V10+ with 65k miles is crazy, $130k absolute max even with the turbo kit, you only got $125k because you traded it for a depreciating 5-Series that you probably paid a bit too much for let's be honest

[@JohnnyLightningV10]

Way to many miles

[@jmm5346]

Man that story made me sick to my stomach, bro. A 1dy return plane ticket would’ve been expensive but not $80k expensive. Buying a car like that and not test driving it or taking it to a trusted shop is insanity. Also, buying a heavily modified car for going price of stock car is both no-no and a red flag that they know the car has issues and are just baiting you that you can get this modded car for stock car price lol.

[@jb2445]

never buy a salt water flood car lol

[@richardtaylor2449]

I'm so glad dude it didn't go up in flames with those electrics ⚡🔥 👀

[@jb2445]

never buy a used Audi . never buy a used modded Audi lol

[@24chataway]

that was a hectic story at 1.25 speed. I'm exhausted

[@uptownsamcv]

dam what a big hit. never buy a car without personally checking it out. I wonder what idiot half assed the wiring, SMH

[@barkbros123]

Damn 🤦‍♂️

[@jianbinchen2881]

when u buy a used Audi u know what happen.

[@costasgeorgiou5015]

Hey my guy a dream car is something you dreamed about for more then a few years like from when you were a kid.

[@Max_ripley]

Weird assumption for a car guy to think the car shutting off mid pull has anything to do with the transmission. I’d understand if it went into limp mode or neutraled out. But when the car worked after that first major malfunction you should’ve known it wasn’t a transmission issue and most definitely shouldn’t have driven it again until you figured out the actual problem.

[@hughjanus5518]

When you have more money than sense.

[@RantzCore]

I foresee you sending future issues to Car Wizard for a go through. It's worth the savings of unnecessary costs.

[@LextasyNation]

agreed!

[@321Misfits]

Oh this is the car that everyone can “enter to win” on eighty what ever

[@LextasyNation]

Not that I know of

[@iissac22]

This has been happening alot, since more people are buying used vehicles. Vin numbers being swapped, shotty work on transmissions and engine, and other damages hidden.

[@jeremy31326]

I don’t care! Never buy/trade anything without personally checking it out for yourself. I don’t care what the circumstances are.

[@LuckyDineroTv]

I bet that was the guy who drag race t pains car and crashed it only cuz he had one lol and he missed up all his cars lol

[@d_car_king8726]

Karma we’ll catch him

[@OhmmZ33]

Sorry to hear about the car. Do you remember what area the 30 amp fuse was that kept blowing? I’m actually dealing with a similar situation. Bought Huracan at auction; rear camera doesn’t work, rear harness was rubbing up against wheel. They gutted the heat shields when they did aftermarket exhaust and the main pyrofuse randomly blew one day and left me stranded. Trying to figure out why that happened. I’m gonna be checking harnesses now in the rear after watching your video.

[@LextasyNation]

Passenger side fuse box. I think it was for TCU1 or TCU2

[@OhmmZ33]

@@LextasyNation thanks for replying. I appreciate that greatly

[@whitejodeci8926]

Theres a reason why so many sheepy builds are listed.

[@mgod_evo]

A bitter story man but I love the content

[@gsppuffer]

You are mad you spent 30k instead of doing a little troubleshooting hmmm in the trade we call yall parts changers and to be a parts changer is expensive when actually troubleshooting would be cheap

[@jackalay23]

Welcome to the reality of enthusiast cars being high cost of ownership depreciating assets.