Hells Gift MB it’s just got lovely curves and lines which have been edged off on the new car to make it look more aggressive. But I definitely am in preference of the sleek original design. It’s ageless it could have came out last week and it would fit in like a brand new car.
I think the R8 looked very very good when it was released and they made it even better over the years. To the point when I was disappointed to see the 2nd gen R8 next to the stunning looking R8 V10 plus or the R8 GT. These cars in the right colour just give you eyegasms...
hmmm difficult. Chris would steal off most of Vicki`s "driving skills". Why not Randy Pobst? Hes also a better driver than Vicky, but would fit in as a sweet, chilled out veteran- character.
@@trihardcx6743 R8, practical? I heard of Corvette or Viper owners who can daily their sports car with almost no problems, but the R8 barely has any place for luggage over the Gallardo/Huracan.
The original R8 was the first car that I ever fell in love with when it came out in 2006 and whenever some ask me my three-car garage it is still always my number one. It is hard to improve perfection.
Kurt Phillips they’re attainable. Save up. You’ll need very minimum 10% down to meet most loan requirements (exotic cars typically fall under slightly different loan tables), and everything after that is pretty peachy. Just plan for a PPI and BE PATIENT. Took me about a year to find mine, but I’m very glad I waited. Good luck on whatever car you want to get!
@@a.edw.160 thank you for your positive and motivating message. I would like to say I would try to get a car I would love in that price range, but a lot of things in life isn't going well for me at the moment. I appreciate the advice though if things ever turn around.
Kurt Phillips I was there once too, and not too terribly long ago. I’m hoping things turn around for you soon. Best of luck, and prayers went your way.
Both cars look great, but for me, I'd take the original. The new one still looks great, but the original looks more 'timeless' to me, and I think it will age better. Having said that, I wouldn't say no to either! Great video, very well produced!
If I was going to pick one car as a daily car that also must be a sports car, this would be it. The R8 is an amazing car that doesn't ever seem to disappoint the journalist that reviews it. Personally knowing that I could get an older one with a manual that's where I will be looking first now. Thank you for sharing this info about these cars.
Abderrahmane Bouhjar Um.... check your facts first... Google is your friend and so is TH-cam for that matter. Plenty of videos showing V10 Manual R8s. Also I just checked Auto Trader - in Canada - and there is at least 4 for sale when I checked. So yep, they exist...
This was an absolutely fantastic video. Two of my favourite presenters! Hands down. I love the fact that despite working with cars for years, Vicki genuinely seems intrigued and surprised. That is very refreshing indeed.
Great cars, great presenters, great cinematography - this is my go to channel. Thank you another epic upload! Very happy to see Vicki on the team; hope she'll be a regular on the show.
I have revisited this video multiple times during quarantine and I must say the two of you together going on about he gated shifter brings a smile to my face. Cheers!
Great review Henry, you need Vicki on the channel more, she is great. Always nice to see you reviewing some of the more affordable secondhand cars that us common folk can aspire to buy in our retirement. Keep it coming!! Would love to see some more old vs new comparisons!!
I don’t know what it is about the first gen V8 R8... but it just gives me such a good feeling when I look at it I remember seeing them when I was younger when they were new... ish was one of my dream cars even today I still love them
The biggest mistake Audi did was ditch the manual. When I first drove the R8, I fell in love with it solely because of the gated manual transmission. Been my dream car ever sense!
I would absolutely love it if this became a series, where Henry and Vicki drive the new and old versions of iconic cars
Same! Delighted to see Vicki in this vid, one of my favourite presenters; wicked sense of humour and a true petrolhead
I definitely second that!
DO. IT.
yes, and Vicki is the, 'older' model!
GREAT IDEA!
The original still looks much more beautiful and elegant in my eyes.
Elegant is a very good way of putting it 👍
Hells Gift MB it’s just got lovely curves and lines which have been edged off on the new car to make it look more aggressive. But I definitely am in preference of the sleek original design. It’s ageless it could have came out last week and it would fit in like a brand new car.
Dylan Smith it looks like a fine form fitting dress.
much more contemporary i think. but still i love the look of the new one as well
Hilbertus agreed mate for sure. Still a beautiful car
Loved hearing that mechanical "clunk" as she was rowing the gears
I LOVE that gated shifter
Definitely!
@@oliviercoppens6246 that's no way of talking about a woman like V.B.H, understood..?! Allright. As you where.. ;-)
Music to the ears 😁
me too
The old one was so perfect. Will forever be one of the most iconic cars of all time.
I agree with your statement. (:
I think the R8 looked very very good when it was released and they made it even better over the years. To the point when I was disappointed to see the 2nd gen R8 next to the stunning looking R8 V10 plus or the R8 GT. These cars in the right colour just give you eyegasms...
I believe that is the same Audi R8 that Clarkson drove on Top Gear against Hammonds 911. Same number plate..
it is the same car
good eye Sir!
But how??? 😂😂
I think it's a press car. At least it was when Jeremy drove it.
@@haristotic3749 it has the same number plate
Seeing these side by side makes me realize how much prettier the older one is...
Disagreed.
JohnnyZenith I disagree with u
Both are beautiful in their own way guys, let’s keep the peace lol. They are in many ways quite different design-wise... which is a good thing.
Are we talking about the cars, or the presenters?
@@shadmunn Yeah. We're disagreeing.
The 1st gen R8 doesn't look like a 13yr old car, it's so damn beautiful!
yea it looks more 2011/2012 than 2007 ( launched during 2006)!
The 2nd generation looks extremely nice too.
@@ryanexplorer Same with First gen Audi S5 2007 (made in 2006), looks easily 2011-2012 car.
Yes! Exacly for 13 yo childs with no taste
@@henrickhansel Why you vw beetle as profile pic?
@@DuBstep115 You are not even worth my time....
Bye
0:53 : classic Vicki! The drift, the head position, the hair... And that smile :D !
Ambergris yes!!!!!!!!
Reminds me of the good old Fifth Gear Days
Absolutely iconic!
Thinking the same...
VBH!? Absolute legend! Hope she's a permanent addition to the team?
I can't believe how much I missed seeing Vicki having fun
That would be amazing, she's a champion.
yeah, this was a really pleasant surprise. What a legend!
Vicki is literally a national treasure 😭 love her
Vicki Butler Henderson!!
Good addition Carfection!
Vicki's a real sports car girl - such a pleasure. I'm with her on the original R8; it has all the right components for a truly great car.
Quite a surprise to see her pop up here.
Yes!!
the sound of the gear shifter is amazing!!!
Like shifting at your favorite arcade racing game!!! Love it!
@@mrblackbond Oh yes! That is actually really similar!
Two of my favourite car reviewers, can't say no to that.
Carfection: "THISSS...."
Doug Demuro: :"Wait, that's illegal"
DeMuro's the reason the internetS must be "regulated."
Vicky is such a good match to review with Henry! Amazing. Great vid
The round lines of the original R8 will always have a place in my heart, really an iconic and timeless design.
the old one is just so classically beautiful, looks good regardless
The 00' is maybe the best decade for cars, gorgeous stilling, nice engines and modern confort and reliability.
And the R8?
She sure is.
The old 1s look better but the new 1s are given the performance that you paid for
@@aeiouxs Nicely done lol
I love the old R8, I‘m still saving up for one but for now I got myself a lovely TTRS with a manual transmission 😁
Those are pretty sweet too
Ttrs are pretty as well
How much did you pay bro?
How much did you pay bro?
Nehal Gohel 32.000€ in germany
We love Vicki ! Please keep her forever Carfection !!
Definitely, she's awesome, still love these videos th-cam.com/video/5PmB4WPZo3o/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/nYNXDwTZ8y0/w-d-xo.html
She literally doesn’t age, always loved her!
Exactly!! The fifth gear presenters must have drank from the fountain of youth the same with Tiff! 😅
And what a driver!
fall in love with old v8 r8 when it was a prototype called 'audi le mans quattro', the final boss car 'darius' on nfs carbon
Same 👍
Oh yes good memories
You picked that comment straight out of my early gaming days, the head lights on the Le Mans (concept) where so much cool tho.
Lol I remember this
Izzy K we need it in NFS Heat🔥
The original R8 will go down as a classic, such a beautiful design and even though it’s only the V8, it is one howler of a V8
I just went thru the roof when I saw Vicki!!! missed so much
Lucas Franca me too!
Then i'd suggest opting for the Spider version.
So good to see Vicki on the channel. Let's have her back again. Cheers
More Vicki on Carfection! Great addition
Vicki's here!! That's brilliant news I always really enjoyed her reviews on fifth gear, more vids with her in please!!
Wow!!! Vicki on Carfection? That is amazing!
Would still fire one into her!
Old one is such a clean and pure design, timeless really, looks stunning on the road, especially the rear three quarter view.
I definitely agree
Vicki and Henry have great on camera chemistry. Keep thus partnership up! Add in Chris Harris!
hmmm difficult. Chris would steal off most of Vicki`s "driving skills". Why not Randy Pobst? Hes also a better driver than Vicky, but would fit in as a sweet, chilled out veteran- character.
OK Carfection....break the news to us officially! Is Vicki joining the team? ....Because that’s just AWESOME!
When I first saw the Audi R8 back in 2008, I instantly fell in love with it
It’s like an anti Ferrari
Anti-Ferrari? In a straight line and after a tune maybe.
@@Corvolet5 I think he meant in the sense that it was a supercar but still practical and easy to live with.
@@trihardcx6743 R8, practical? I heard of Corvette or Viper owners who can daily their sports car with almost no problems, but the R8 barely has any place for luggage over the Gallardo/Huracan.
@Naught Guile How to make a statement with a poorman's Huracan?
@@Corvolet5 That it doesn't look like a kit car, break down every few miles and cost 6k to service
So glad I didn't read the description before watching. Seeing Vicki in the V8 R8 was an awesome surprise!
Good to see vicky after long time.
Please stay in the youtube range don't go for TV episodes
Vicki Butler Henderson !! Omg this was like the best ever !
VBH is brilliant, more of her please Carfection 👍🏻
Love Henry. Love BH. Love V8s, v10s and manual boxes. What a video. Can’t stop smiling. Thank you
The original R8 was the first car that I ever fell in love with when it came out in 2006 and whenever some ask me my three-car garage it is still always my number one. It is hard to improve perfection.
It released in 2007
Vicky is the queen! I had a great time watching this video, Thanks!
The old R8 is perfect. The new one looks like a edgy teenager.
And my heart stopped when I saw Vicki. Lol
They’re the ones to get. It’s what I did. V8 manual
@@a.edw.160 congrats! Must say I am quite jealous.
Kurt Phillips they’re attainable. Save up. You’ll need very minimum 10% down to meet most loan requirements (exotic cars typically fall under slightly different loan tables), and everything after that is pretty peachy. Just plan for a PPI and BE PATIENT. Took me about a year to find mine, but I’m very glad I waited. Good luck on whatever car you want to get!
@@a.edw.160 thank you for your positive and motivating message. I would like to say I would try to get a car I would love in that price range, but a lot of things in life isn't going well for me at the moment. I appreciate the advice though if things ever turn around.
Kurt Phillips I was there once too, and not too terribly long ago. I’m hoping things turn around for you soon. Best of luck, and prayers went your way.
Vicki and Henry are awesome together, and in such an awesome format of old vs. new. We need more!!
Vicki is an absolute legend! Love to see her on the channel.
Yes please for more Vicki in Carfection! Was never the biggest fifth gear fan but she always made it worth watching.
I always enjoy it when Vicki is driving. For the love of cars.
Both cars look great, but for me, I'd take the original. The new one still looks great, but the original looks more 'timeless' to me, and I think it will age better. Having said that, I wouldn't say no to either! Great video, very well produced!
The old one has more character in regards to the looks. The new ones face has way too many angles. Also old has a proper trans. Old wins.
I don't mind either way with the gearbox, but I'm with you that the old one is much prettier.
I personally prefer the angular more aggressive appearance of the new one.
@@Dev-Austin Because you dont know nothing about style and design....
@@henrickhansel style is subjective, let everyone have their own views
@@sawmill6358 Agree, to a point tho.
If I was going to pick one car as a daily car that also must be a sports car, this would be it. The R8 is an amazing car that doesn't ever seem to disappoint the journalist that reviews it. Personally knowing that I could get an older one with a manual that's where I will be looking first now. Thank you for sharing this info about these cars.
2:13 when you ride passenger with your friends mom and she asks what you doing later today ? 😂😂😂
Doing her.
Did someone say something about a blonde milf in an R8...
@@DigitalDissident yuppp
There is nowt wrong with some nice MILF
Thanks for the lovely video guys. Enjoyed every second of it!
Tell me Vickers and Henry will be a team moving forward....!
yeah pleaseeee
I agree with you about this statement. (:
Great to see Vicki on the channel, more please
I must be getting old..... but Vicki's looking alright :P Pretty awesome seeing her on carfection. Wicked video guys, thanks!!!
“Be gentle”
“ESP OFF”
VICKY BROADBEAN HARVESTER....great addition 😂
lol wasn't that what Clarkson called her years ago.
made me smile when I read this :)
Bet they banged
Yay Vicky! Love Vicky; So authentic & sincere. So blatantly loves her job. Infectious enthusiasm. Just Great.
Huge celebrations when Vicki appeared! A great presenting combo
That was one of the best car review videos I have seen.
Howbout a 1st Gen v10 manual? Perfect sweet spot?
I know somebody who has one from new and I've driven it a few times. It's wonderful
Yes please.
Agree totally with a 1st Gen V10 Manual, in Black please
The manual Gearbox was only available with the first original gen "V8"
Abderrahmane Bouhjar Um.... check your facts first... Google is your friend and so is TH-cam for that matter. Plenty of videos showing V10 Manual R8s. Also I just checked Auto Trader - in Canada - and there is at least 4 for sale when I checked. So yep, they exist...
Very nice throwback Henry to have a blast with Vicki and the OG R8.
Lovely pair, more of these two please! Carfection continues to be the best car TH-cam channel.
This was an absolutely fantastic video. Two of my favourite presenters! Hands down. I love the fact that despite working with cars for years, Vicki genuinely seems intrigued and surprised. That is very refreshing indeed.
Vicky still smoking HOT 🔥🔥🔥
She can play with my gear stick any day!
You lot probably havent ever touched a boobie.
Every time I can meet Vicki watching another video with her makes my day!
Vicki's 458 Spider review remains one of my all time faves!
Great cars, great presenters, great cinematography - this is my go to channel. Thank you another epic upload! Very happy to see Vicki on the team; hope she'll be a regular on the show.
vicki's back! she's awesome
I own both, love both.
2012 white R8 V8 manual
2021 yellow R8 V10 performance
"Ferrari was still winning F1 titles" LMAOOOOOOOO
More Vicki please.....she's excellent
Fantastic comparison. Also loved the chemistry between the two of you.
How refreshing and lovely to see VBH again. Bravo!
VBH pulling a blinder, as always. Nice work guys!
Love the passion that Vicki puts into her driving.
My favourite TV presenter and my favourite Car journalist.....Perfection!
Carfection even...
Good to see you having fun with Vicki, always a joy ...
"Both stages?"
"Both stages."
*wide eyes*
This was really entertaining!
These two have great chemistry and it was really engaging to watch!
More of this please!
What can I say... 2 of my favourite car reviewers! Just so happen I’m in the market for an old R8!
I have revisited this video multiple times during quarantine and I must say the two of you together going on about he gated shifter brings a smile to my face. Cheers!
Always loved the R8, and always had a thing for VBH 😍
Vicki has and will always be class in every way!
More VBH please! Awesome presenter (like Mr Catchpole, of course). Her review of the 458 Spyder is still one of my favourite car reviews!
Eddie Jack mine too, along with the one where she takes her mum out to drive a Lamborghini
Great to see Vicky and Catchpoole in the same video. I much prefer the older manual R8 over the automatic new one. Thanks.
VBH and Henry in one video?! I couldn't not click "like" fast enough! Please do more of these!
Vicki is amazing! What a fun video!!
Great review Henry, you need Vicki on the channel more, she is great. Always nice to see you reviewing some of the more affordable secondhand cars that us common folk can aspire to buy in our retirement. Keep it coming!! Would love to see some more old vs new comparisons!!
I don’t know what it is about the first gen V8 R8... but it just gives me such a good feeling when I look at it I remember seeing them when I was younger when they were new... ish was one of my dream cars even today I still love them
I love her, I own my car because of her review!
what car is that?
@@FenderUsa 350z Track Edition, old fifth gear review.
Vicki's appearance was absolutely delightful and a welcome change!!
Love to see more such videos!!
My 1st Gen R8 4.2L w/ 6MT is still my favorite car that I've owned and the one I most regret selling.
At what age did you buy it ?
@@joed9499 At 35 I believe.
@@brakesforsnakes757 thnk you♥️
Yes! Hours and Hours of this duo! Lovely to see Vicky!
Vbh!!!! She’s part of carfection now!!!!
The gen 1 is so obviously going to appreciate. Easily identifiable as a future classic.
R8 v8 Manual for me team - great review, what about a series like this comparing originals with the latest,
Gtr35, Merc gtr, Porsche gt4 etc...
Seeing Vicki blew my mind. I remember when she put nitrous on a TDI
Great to see VB on the channel with Henry!
The biggest mistake Audi did was ditch the manual. When I first drove the R8, I fell in love with it solely because of the gated manual transmission. Been my dream car ever sense!
this was a badass film man. You two have great chemistry
Two of my most favorite people in the world, Vicky and Henry. Please do more videos together
Sweet spot is the revised suspension R8 (has wave brakes) v10 manual
If I could get an R8 v10 in a manual I’d sell all my assets and my body until I had enough to rent one for a week
One day i will aquire a 1st gen facelift V10 plus with the manual
How wonderful to see Vicki in the video! Thank you for another wonderful video.