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The hand-built 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder will see a limited production run of just 333 units, however, only 50 will make it to the United States. Each model will come with a uniquely distinguished with an individual vehicle number displayed on the gear shift and a starting price tag of 211,200 (including $1,200 Destination and Delivery […]

Key Competitors: Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet, Mercedes SL63 AMG, Ferrari 458 Spider. Power: 5.2l V-10 560 hp. Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. Performance: 0-60 in 3.8 seconds, 197 mph top speed. Pricing: $210,000. Availability: 333 in total, 50 to the US. Ingolstadt’s famous, or Audi, has just unveiled its latest iteration of their superb R8 for […]

When Audi unveiled the new 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder, production of which will be capped at 333 units, it said that only 90 units would come to the United States. Well, it seems like Audi has changed its mind. Days before the Audi R8 GT Spyder’s debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, Audi […]

At this year’s White Tie and Tiara Ball, which takes place at the home of Sir Elton John and his partner David Furnish, Audi donated two special-edition R8 Spyder models featuring a mirror-like chrome finish to attract the highest possible bids to raise money for the Elton John Aids Foundation (EJAF). “Sir Elton John’s fundraising […]

Audi has just dropped a promotional video for the new 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder, which will go on sale in the United States later this year. Prices of the 2012 R8 GT Spyder will be announced closer to launch. For now, go enjoy the video after the jump. Check out our original post on […]

After all the sketches and spy shots, Audi has finally unveiled the new 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder. Power for the 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder comes from 5.2 liter FSI V10 that produces 560 horsepower and a peak torque of 398 lb-ft. That means each unit of horsepower has(6.46 lb). Mated to a 6-speed […]

When the Audi R8 originally made its debut, we thought it was the perfect car from the brand to feature a lot of special-edition models like Porsche’s 911. Well, Audi is doing just that. Following the debut of the Audi R8 GT, the company has now confirmed plans to launch a lightweight GT version of […]

ABT is at it again this year at the Geneva Motor Show with a new Audi Spyder ABT R8 GT S. Being shown in a nice red chrome tone, the model is based on the Audi R8 Spyder but gets a new sport exhaust system and crazy carbon fiber body kit. The Audi Spyder ABT […]

At the 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas last month, Audi attended with a R8 Customer Spyder by STaSIS Engineering. The R8 Custom Spyder is powered by a supercharged 5.2 FSI V10 making 710-hp… yes, you read that right 710-hp. How does 710-hp feel down with the top down? We can’t comment on that since […]

Tuning companies often put out sports packages for moderately fast cars; even sports cars like the Porsche 911 Turbo can see design teams try to upgrade the package. Truly rare, however, is the package for a full-on supercar to receive an extensive tuning and design pack. One such pack has come from Sport Wheels, a […]