The AUDI R8 V10 / V10 PLUS BUYERS GUIDE | All common problems explained

A review of ALL the common problems with the Audi R8 V10 / V10 plus to make sure YOU buy the best car possible.
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[@royclarke8455]

Brilliant guide and with the r8 v10 plus going to be my next car it’s good to know what to look out for,really this guide has put me at ease as these faults are common across the audi range,with fixings these faults through the years on cars I’ve own my self and I’m no mechanic I’m a joiner a3,s4 and currently c7 rs6 I have learned quite a lot by fixings them,so now I’m even more excited to one day own an r8,👍

[@urelite]

did you get it?

[@tesseractharpy6138]

This is a really good video, other channels are either hyping them up or straight demonizing over small details, this is a good insight to what we can expect owning a car. Cant wait for you to review 488gtb :)

[@johnbruce4534]

Stunning car. 😍

[@laurenmckenzie4666]

What a car 🥰💓

[@smittys19daytona]

Love the color, hope to have one soon

[@CraigToddOfficial]

Great color agreed, hope you get one mate... I'm going to get one just after Christmas.

[@Scotracer1987]

I'm looking at an RWS with fixed dampers. The plus I'm sure is the proper full experience, but I honestly think the base car looks significantly better and the cost difference is too much for me to justify.

[@aftabmohammed1272]

Excellent guide thanks

[@ScottishCarClan]

Very welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain]

A excellent review as always mate.

[@ScottishCarClan]

Thanks for watching mate 😁

[@17rossb]

What a great video 👍

[@kevinkeelan354]

Was thinking of buying one as a long term keeper. Gearbox is a bit scary

[@paytreeitboosehvn]

Thank you for this 🙌🏼

[@tomgransinger2018]

Does your common problem list cover any particular generation? Thank you!

[@stupot6230]

Is this the actual R8 currently on Dreamcar giveaways?

[@elle8062]

Love Scotch Whisky

[@machorandysavageoooyeah780]

I'm hoping to buy this car June

[@urelite]

did you get it?

[@wheelsandwatches]

Are mag ride not standard on the plus?

[@RobBarter]

Is there anyone who does pre-purchase inspections in Scotland (near Edinburgh) for Gen 1 R8?

[@ScottishCarClan]

Try Top Gear specialist cars in Bathgate. They are amongst some of the best in Scotland. Let them know Grant sent you - Good luck!

[@sigaieu]

Loved the video. Can you do Audi RS6 2018 and 2020 versions?

[@ScottishCarClan]

Hey! Yes there is one coming soon.

[@robertmenghini.Lambomad]

I think the Gen 1 looks way better!

[@jkvsu]

I just got a 2020 audi R8, should I be concerned

[@austinmurtha9603]

How did you open the engine bay without the car on?

[@matiassanchez7458]

Do you need to pull out the engine to change the belts on the 2017 v10 models?

[@ScottishCarClan]

No thankfully not. It was believed that you have to take the engine out for the a/c compressor but it’s possible to do it with it in place.

[@matiassanchez7458]

@@ScottishCarClan thank you! 🙏🏻

[@mattzcp]

This video is right on. I have a V10 plus and those are some known issues.

[@lifeinsuranceguys]

Is there any major problem with this R8, i am thinking to get one but afraid of maintenance, what year is best for used one, 2018, 2019? Can you please help me understand? Thanks

[@ScottishCarClan]

Hey! This video will tell you everything you need to know. Overall they are very very reliable. As for which year is best... there are no large changes. Best advice is just to buy the newest, lowest mileage example possible. Good luck!

[@lifeinsuranceguys]

@@ScottishCarClan appreciate for your reply, i will subscribe your channel and hope to see more tips, video from you

[@marcellobertucci2620]

R8 v10 plus🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@spartan4153]

Would you recommend gen1 or gen 2 r8?

[@ScottishCarClan]

A hard question! Gen 1 is a much more laid back, relaxed car. Gen 2 is more frantic and is definitely a worse influence. Budget allowing and willing to overlook having a gated manual… Gen 2 for me.

[@aftabmohammed1272]

Any chance you can do a review on a G80 BMW M3?

[@ScottishCarClan]

Yes 🙌🏼 incoming soon!

[@lvhansel]

What's that spec?

[@nicholasfearn4138]

I'm not sure how much truth is in the gearbox complete failure? The odd one maybe (and from what i have gathered they are the ones that have been launched alot or ex track day etc) gives a whine or a syncho noise. It's not a new gearbox either, a few places will recondition them inc REPerformance - I really wouldnt let this put anyone off whos watching this video, I have one, did a lot of research before I bought one and spoke to a few 'experts' about it. They are pretty bombproof in general. Also the video states most non plus have magride, they don't, most don't have it, magride was an option.

[@pierrev17]

Sorry but youve made a bad comparison, the red is the drivers choice and you've just pointed out aesthetic differences

[@TheGnarTube]

Short answer: if uve gotta ask any of these questions, u cant afford an R8.

[@rogeryenf9371]

If Only, not in this life!

[@ScottishCarClan]

Think big ( and via finance ) Roger 😁 thanks for watching.

[@siliconvalley9347]

I used to think the same when I was homeless now I’m looking for one and im paying cash

[@rogeryenf9371]

@@siliconvalley9347 Good for you, I am glad you made it, but without the sound of violins playing in the background for me it was a pipe dream then and a pipe dream now, good luck to you, mind how you go!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@findtomdotcom]

Great cars. But what you really want is a Mk1 V10+...

[@ScottishCarClan]

Oh yeah Tom? What makes you say that. For the manual option?

[@findtomdotcom]

@@ScottishCarClan It's a fair question. The option of a manual is one reason. I have the dual clutch on mine and the later version (not the previous clunky r-tronic) is a real peach of an engine/gearbox combo. I think the Mk1 looks more like a concept car than the later mk2 and it doesn't have PPFs so it sounds better out of the box. But my main reason is actually the steering. The Mk2 had (if optioned and it nearly always was), variable steering. Drive a car without it and you'll never look at a Mk2 the same again. The Mk1 is very very analog and frankly better for it. Just add a good Apple Car Play unit and it makes the ownership experience a truly great one. The Mk2 is an amazing car, but for my money, Mk1 V10+ (manual or dual clutch) just pips it for actual driving experience.

[@pomanprod]

@@findtomdotcom I rented a Gen2 v10 DCT then a Gen1 V10 DCT to test. Even though the Gen1 had more miles it was much more rewarding to drive, great feedback with steering and it felt faster like it was 2-300 lbs lighter.

[@johnnysocko4302]

The Australian car reviewer at ReDriven echoed that sentiment. Also had good things to say about the reliability (despite the various issues).

[@IaintTheHerb]

Man, sounds like there's more potentially serious problems with the second generation than the first. Gearboxes blowing out? WTF? And leather has got to be the worst possible material for a dash board - ever!

[@phillyd1453]

I feel like these cars are made to spend time in the workshop more than the road

[@LAFNGAS33]

They're very reliable cars.

[@coreygash3957]

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[@24bellers20]

Put a warranty on it. Glad I did. The damned engine seems to need to come out for everything.🫣

[@ScottishCarClan]

Sorry to hear that ! Could you share a little on what problems you had ?

[@blademanx]

😂...sounds about right. Who'd buy a German out of warranty

[@keithjackson4985]

Seriously?

[@siliconvalley9347]

How much is the warranty im buying one soon

[@24bellers20]

@@siliconvalley9347 I think it was around £1200 for the year. The convertible roof wasn’t covered though.