The AUDI R8 V10 BUYERS GUIDE | All Common Problems Explained

ALL the common issues you need to know if you're looking to buy a gen 1 v10 audi r8. From magride problems to cracked frames we cover it all, from fron to back.
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[@bb57365]

Have a 2011 V10 manual spyder. I replaced the shocks early on, and the AC compressor needs to be done. And I did the brakes. Car is built like a tank. I absolutely love the car.

[@tmass1]

what did you replace them with? passive??

[@bb57365]

KW passive coil overs. Lowered a bit. Incredible handling.

[@DIYProjectX]

Great guide, nice camera work 👍

[@jamesx7408]

excellent video for future buyers

[@angrydwarf6563]

Really useful content. Thanks for posting.

[@zipperhunter9355]

NICE, back to the R8 where everything started. i'm also ready to get myself a R8 near future, really like your videos, VERY HELPFUL GREAT CONTENTS!

[@ScottishCarClan]

Thanks man! Great to have you along as a subscriber. All the best with finding your dream r8!

[@MrStef44]

Brilliant video! Car looks awesome although I may be biased 😅

[@jamesh2515]

Very well done. Excellent.

[@stevey-nwas1230]

Thank you for this video !!!

[@aftabmohammed1272]

Excellent video very informative I’m hoping that you will be at the Bo’ness Car Show and bring your RS6?

[@Angels_Armory]

Great video I've been thinking of getting a R8 or AMG GTS or LC500 thank you for the video 👍

[@ScottishCarClan]

No problem, heres the buyers guide for the AMG GTS kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWSnemZ7pMl0rcU

[@ajdfgnksdf]

Super useful video

[@E30TouringDE]

Great pointers. All things we took into consideration on our gated v10 spyder as well. with only 8k miles a couple of these things still needed to be addressed.

[@ScottishCarClan]

Thanks for the comment. Great cars but those prices sure can add up!

[@crouchingmole]

great vid

[@frenchysseur]

Hi mate. Good video. Is a R tronic less good than a manual?

[@liamegan4303]

Hi Scotty. I love your channel. The Audi R8 is a nice car. There is just not my cup of tea, lol wicked video. 😅🇨🇮👋👋👋

[@brunoventura4070]

What do you think about gen 2 r8? Gavin gen 1 GT spyder and a gen 2 v10plus coupe… both in Suzuka gray.. I’m thinking if stay with both for collective reasons or let go the gen 2…!

[@zhypontanar4055]

Audi is my fav since i was 17 now im 22 and i still want it

[@jerseycars2076]

I heard they also have electrical issues. I really am considering buying one and I want to make sure I’m not messing up.

[@macaroana01]

Nice

[@jkvsu]

Is this also for a 2020 or 2023 audi r8?

[@martincday007]

What is it about the Audi R8 Mag-ride shocks that makes them unreliable? There doesn't seem to be anything obvious about the mag-ride system that would affect the seals any more than any other shock. Other Audi models have the mag-rides and they don't seem to be such a problem or as expensive to replace. Is it a case that all shocks can leak, and it is the R8's replacement cost that make them a concern? For example, do passive shocks need replacing just as often, but are then cheaper to replace?

[@FatHead1979]

Aren't the V8 and V10s in the R8 direct injection i.e. suffer from the valves coking up over time?

[@ScottishCarClan]

It's a great point, any direct injection engine will suffer with it to some extent. These V10's (and late produced V8's) were a good deal better than the early V8's as they changed the EGR calibration. Early V8's really coated the back of the valves in oil vapor which the soot stuck to like glue. Still a consideration? Yes... but not as bad.

[@STRlKEZONE]

👍😊

[@iCozzh]

PLEASE do more GTR content!!!

[@ScottishCarClan]

You got it... coming soon. I better see a comment on it when it does drop! :-D cheers

[@iCozzh]

@@ScottishCarClan Cant wait!

[@AnythingEvil78]

All things considered, they are relatively minor issues if you are looking at a 'Supercar'. Even less if you live in a drier climate than Scotland.

[@karlhunter354]

I love Scotland trying to get my Mrs to move there, she says it rains to much. Nonsense!😊

[@edelbrock97]

I’m assuming this video is filmed in the UK my question is are those problems for the ones in the US?

[@ScottishCarClan]

Yes. The very same! Thanks for watching

[@miguelpalma2081]

Same issues as my 08 civic

[@Stormf0rce999]

Just starting to look at getting an R8, great video, whats the road tax for these in the UK?

[@geoffwatches]

£695 - top group

[@as9211]

👏👏👏

[@nathangregory_]

What is the more significant advantage besides the BHP of a V10 over a V8?

[@ScottishCarClan]

Heritage maybe? The v10 is closely related to the LP 560 Lamborghini engine. Also less prone to engine coking as mentioned in the video.

[@nathangregory_]

@@ScottishCarClan I fully understand when you talk heritage. I will say this, though: it's GREAT to see someone purchase the manual over the auto and use the damn paddle shifter thinking that they have a manual shifting car. Myself IF I had the money, I think I might go with the V8, but don't quote me on that. 🙂

[@sherparoyale]

Is he Russell Crowe’s stunt double in Gladiator?

[@iancampbell8913]

Prefer r tronic as steering wheel controls for me.and the manual is more like a tractor set up.and that noise 😮when changing gear.r tronic if Tc m update done is fine.just my opinion.

[@number36420]

I thought these V10s were robust . Why so many oil leak issues with them ?

[@ScottishCarClan]

Mainly age. 10-15 years on protective coatings are starting to come undone exposing ferrous metal components.

[@michaellukar2201]

Ok That AC switch that’s under the R8 . £500 😂got the same switch from Amazon for £30 this switch is generic and also fits on Jags . 👍👍