Audi R8 Long Term Maintenance & Ownership Costs
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- I love my Audi R8, and many people want to know before they purchase a used supercar is to understand the ownership and maintenance costs associated with a car of this caliber. I run down all the major costs, maintenance items and ownership costs of my Audi R8
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Love the genius engineers who designed the a/c compressor replacement that requires an engine out service. 🤦🏻♂️
It's called German engineering. Italians are no better. Ferrari 355 required US$10,000 from the owner to remove the engine to change the timing belt.
cl Those type of cars are the modern version of commiting suicide on long/short terms.....
Gotta make sure they have post-purchase revenue stream. 😂
Jeffrey B stick to Camrys.
How can you expect toyota like reliability in a bloody german supercar man
Like your channel alot as we have a 2014 V10 R8 which is considered a supercar however the R8 2008 is a Sportscar and NOT a supercar! In your lind maybe but NOT in the industry and car meets etc.
Excellent video. The compressor definitely a worry I've read £4.5k to fix over here. I wouldn't buy one with magnaride personally due to issues. Need a practical daily though so M2 for me next. R8 still the dream
The M2 is such a beautiful car. My buddy has an m235i and he loves it
Like your channel dude,
You did forget fuel
Bladder though, another
Engine out job.
Cheaper when you use replacement parts of a VW Polo.
Hahahaha
Lots of mental gymnastics to justify the repair cost lol. No offense, I get it. Been there. 😂
Do these cars depreciate substantially ? & why aren't these cars collectable like Lambo's or Ferrari ?
They have bottomed out in depreciation you can expect the Generation 1 Audi R8 to soon-to-be collectible in 3 to 4 years
@@carswithsonduren I've been an Audi Fanatic for a while now & it's really uplifting to know their vehicles will be sought after by collectors. I hope to purchase an R8 very soon. Do you ever suppose Audi will be more particular about who buys their R8 vehicles in the future or initiate a waiting list to insure your a real enthusiast ? Like other high end brands.
Doubt it but maybe who knows. Ford did it haha
Anything different for other years for R8??
Small changes over the first generation from 08 to 10 and a refresh at 10. Now Gen 2
Oh I meant like problems. Any idea if the problems have been fixed for 2010+ models?
Unfortunately all the same problems affect even the 2010 + refresh models. Specifically their air conditioning compressor, magnetic ride suspension & intake carbon cleaning requirement to name a few. They made some adjustments to the frame as well in the 2010 + but it hasn't completely solved some of the frame problems
Ok gotcha! thanks so much! I'm in Burlington so when I do see you on the road will say hi
Other things to watch:
1. Rear Differential (Part of gearbox. Audi want £15K+)
2. Front Differential (Audi want £5K)
3. Clutch (Gearbox needs to be removed. Audi would charge £5K)
For any of the above, best to find a good specialised independent, who is used to performing the work.
I had a rear diff problem, and Audi refuses to repair/replace individual parts. They only supply a new box.
An independent will remove, and repair using parts from Lamborghini, who DO supply individual parts. The drivetrain is same as a Gallardo.
I speak from experience. 08 V8 R8.
@jamielondres - Damn, watching this, and reading the comments from owners like you has actually talked me out of wanting one of these. Like 'Canadian Rider', I'm also in Canada (Vancouver). In the same price range here, I am looking at a 2017 Grand Sport Corvette, '11 to '13 GTR, or a '14 BMW i8.
For stuff like that you get warranty bro, i just wanted to know the basic like oil change, brakes pad cost.
@@markcastillo1934 You really won't have a warranty on a car this old. Typically warranties only go as high as 10 years / 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. So this information is important. Whatever you pay for average family car, just triple the maintenance cost for what you are asking.
@@ronnie_5150 the generation after that fixed all these problems
Sure, but they're a lot more money. All the cars I mentioned I'm looking at are in the 80K CDN price range. @@agreatd
"If you're getting this car" ... lol... no bro. I'm poor.
Well I hope you continue to strive for success and one day get the car of your dreams as well. I grew up poor as well so I know what you mean
KenniTheKid poor is a mindset, broke is temporary
@@PML180 what is wealthy?
Audi styling has been killing it for decades.
IncognitoTorpedo actually its just one decade .... since the r8 was released they started really designing amazing vehicles . So a decade and two years
@@kikomano96 Audi's been setting trends for a lot longer than that. For example, the Audi 5000's clean, smooth curves were copied by multiple manufacturers.
Early 2000s and late 90s Audi’s were great looking too tho
This makes sense considering that it's still an Audi. Hearing about your cost of ownership is empowering for me. I am also interested in buying a manual V8 model in the near future. Thank you for the content. (:
Thank you for joining the channel :) it is a wonderful car
Supercar owner are getting screwed. Always.
Gotta milk that fat cow 😁
I just love the R8... it's way less show-offy than a lambo or ferrari and it just looks so subtle and understated (for a supercar, of corse^^)
Agreed man like a classy black suit
It's show off just like the ferr and lambo.
I'd say a little less flashy but I agree with you
sneakprev1984 bruh that car cost like 70k still for 2008 one so yea still show off but if you worked for fuck it show it off who cares. Ik I would do it😂
@@able5119 alot of brand new suvs and trucks cost 70k plus and there are alot of them on the road ALOT
This is the exact car I want to move to when my Aston Martin Vantage sells. Good to know you're, as you said, a "normal guy" that manages to own one of these on a budget.
Thanks Faall and welcome to the channel! Sell that Vantage baby
highest insurance cost my ass. Someone needs to get a car in Michigan especially Detroit
Boston or just Massachusetts
I have an R8 V10 and I live 40 minutes out of Detroit, I pay $58 a month for full coverage $500 deductible and uninsured motorist coverage. It's cheaper than the insurance on my pickup truck.
@@Pernection tell me about it...lol. Louisiana is outrageous too!
@@MechowTube Detroit will yeet that to $158 a month Lol.
Depends on your record too
After owning an Audi A8L, the R8 sounds like a Camry maintinence wise haha. Might have to actually look at buying one now that I know its pretty cheap to maintain
Doing your research definitely pays off! Good advice, thank you :)
No thank you and welcome to the channel :-)
I have a 15 yo 911tt. Owned it 4 years. Done oil changes. That’s it.
I’ve been close to getting a r8 so many times...
Good to hear it’s been fairly reliable
Beautiful what color is it? A lot of people end up considering the 911 or the R8 but something about the R8 just took my heart, probably the breakthrough styling back in 2008
Nice video! Can’t beat the R8 either first gen or second gen
Thank You for this very Good video. This Car has been one of Our Dreams. I believe it sounds beautiful 😍
Glad you enjoyed the video and welcome to the channel :)
I have a black 09, almost the same as yours (minus the carbon side blade) extremely cheap to own. That "new car" feel just doesn't go away! Great video man!
Zach Mckinnis great to hear that you had the exact same experience Zach! How many kilometers are on your beauty?
61155 At the moment! She's running strong. What's your opinion on the future appreciation of these first generation R8's? Canadian Rider
With Audi discontinuing the R8 this is definitely going to be a classic that will begin appreciating very soon. These cars represent the first foray for Audi in the supercar segment. Truly a unique car that revolutionized the coming generations of Audi products for nearly a decade later.
Canadian Rider I totally agree with you. I do have the R tronic transmission. At this point I wish I would've looked for a manual a little harder. Do you think the Manual transmission will appreciate far greater than that of the R tronic transmission? I know there's a heavy following behind manuals but I just love those paddle shifters!
They will both appreciate for sure but I expect the manuals to always outpace the r tronic by 10 percent. Not major but something
ANOTHER high quality video. I'm really enjoying your content and always learn something new. Your car is one of the best out there, so it's a real kick to see your R8 in action. (Mike in Ohio)
Thanks again Mike. It's the detailer in me that's so anal to make sure it's in showroom condition :)
What about the chain service? The 4.2 is known for chain slap and high wear.
I beleive the chain problems are only in the s4/a4 versions. rs4 and r8 use metal parts instead of plastic that solves the chain issues.
This man has the answer
Might pick one up soon because all the dealers around me are dropping price on these cars because of corona virus 😂
First! Thanks for the useful video 👍🏼
Why are you trying to validate how well the car is made if your always saying that some things fail within the 20k to 40k and how expensive they are to replace correctly, also you are replacing with aftermarket parts not OEM, I know because of cost but if our going to own this "super" car do it justice. Crazy to think that you are filling this car with aftermarket parts during your ownership and when you sell the car you ask top dollar for it as if it was stock. But its not is it!! Im doing research about an R8 because i'm interested in purchasing one soon but now I can watch out on things people cheap out on and I can negotiate the TRUE cost of the car. Thank you for making this video.
In Russia you pay 100$ a year for insurance. God bless Putin.
God bless Putin
God bless putin
World hates your Killing Dictator. Ever wonder why so many who can choose to leave? Just go drink your Vodka.
Do the v10 r8s from this generation also suffer the same issues with carbon buildup in the v8s?
Yes the V10s have carbon buildups in the V8
You'll see in the next 6-7 months. Everytime you start the car hopefully no light will pop on the dashboard :)
Pray to the Lord
Awesome video! Great performance and style for the money!
Don't rely on a computer to tell you when you low on oil, u should be checking yourself regularly!
100% I do check it monthly but it's nice to have both options an electronic and dip stick
My 2003 Mercedes has a Oil leak on valve cover it tells me to add 1 quart sometimes Lol I fixed the valve cover though
I have a 4.2 V8 Q7 same engine and it is very reliable nice video
Glad to hear :) a very special engine by Audi
The 4 liter is so boring. 5.2 is way to go. I do not regret it
Dr Dwg this is the biggest engine in canada we get for the q7 but for the r8 I agree 5.2 is the way to go
Just remind people not to go cheap on tyres, the Michelin’s are ADAC German tester as the best and they should be kept in good condition, if too low on mm of rubber then you’re playing with your life.
Conti winter contact is what I have on my winters. You can go down a size with winter alloys. Again the manual confirms it.
A 10 year old car, wisely needs new suspension again its a safety thing. Check that your bushes are fine. I changed mine to Powerflex. These last the lifetime.
In the uk servicing at an Indy is £650. It’s TTRS territory. It certainly was supercar. It’s not hypercar, the new cars are getting crazy faster like the new ttrs.
Switzerland insurance is far more, as well as our road tax and fuel prices.
Don’t forget to reseal your under chassis. There’s a great article by a German old timers group that tested the best products to use.
Happy safe driving!
This is the only video someone said its practicaly an RS4. The other 10 or so said similar but only as far as a Brick is a Brick.
Maintenance is cheap if you do the work yourself 👍
Ok Tony Stark 🙄
My Audi TT's monthly full comprehensive insurance is about $300.
what a scam, engineers design a car so you have to remove the engine first to make repairs. The key important thing here is not to buy this car. The best daily supercar is a car that does 0-60 in 2.3 sec, needs service yearly, no oil change, no clutch to wear out, no break dust on the rims.
That would be the new Tesla Roadster. 0-60 1.9 seconds.
You have the same on every car bmw f30 320d timing chain on 90k the engine goes out to change the chain.
Probably the most affordable supercar out there? Is there something else out there?! Let me know your thoughts gang! #coiloverssoon?
Canadian Rider about time dude where have you been✊✊✊
Popping out videos weekly ain't even brah hahaha ?! I'm trying I'm trying 🔥👌
Corvette
Is the Corvette a supercar? Zr1 ? I agree actually for the ZR1 for sure.
The Jaguar F-Type maybe? Not necessarily a supercar but it's my dream car :D
Great video *thumbs up*
so after buy it get ready for 50k more??
Fellow Ontarian here, 27 years old and looking to buy a gated r8. Your videos are great and informative, cheers
Thanks and welcome to the channel man. Tons of R8 content for you to absorb and congratulations on the journey on picking up this masterpiece. You won’t regret it.
Most European Cars are bottomless pits of spent cash to keep them running.
Have an 07 S4, same fuel and oil consumption, I have the active suspension so it’s different. So far, 1 1/2 yrs, just maintenance because where I bought it lied about the pre and post checks. Thanks Honda Roseville for the unexpected 5k spent on tires, breaks, filters, plugs, wires. Have the Trip-tronic which is slipping so glad I bought the drivetrain warranty although I got it because of the timing chain issues.
Uh, one of us is confused because the rs4 never came with a tiptronic.... Unless you mean your clutch is slipping
Matt W Thanks not sure how the R got in there.
Really informative! Thank you
Thanks my man hope it was informative and enjoyable
Which is better gtr or r8? I looked at the prices they are about the same for the same years..
Performance-wise? Heads down the GTR. Nostalgia and beauty? Exterior and interior? everything else? Audi R8 NO DOUBT
Great evaluation.👍
Audi says that is normal to burn oil, but it is not. They have a poor design and material of the pistons. Same issue on most audis from 2008-2012. For mine, I had to rebuild the engine and now it does not burn any oil.
You're right a lot of their cars in those years had the same problem. But Audi is not fessing up to it. Using castor oil actually help reduce the oil burner and I have heard
Thanks for the tip about the ac. I'll be sure to check that when i get mine
Anytime brother. Definitely and again remember you can fix the AC for much cheaper without engine out repair at an indi shop.
I enjoy your videos
I enjoy your support ♥️👍
Thanks you for the video, I'm really thinking about finding a good R8 in the next year...
Thank you for this video this was very helpful 🙌🏾
I’m 18 making 5000 a month after taxes , I’m looking to buy a 09 Audi R8 r tronic transmission , my question is at 5000$ a month do you think I could afford this? and secondly with the r tronic do they out or is there any thing you have to replace with the automatic?
Hey brother welcome to the channel. Everyone's financial picture is so completely different it is hard to say. I would suggest you need to feel comfortable to the point where you have lots of extra free cash flow. I have made many videos of the R8 you should watch there are some major maintenance items that require a fair bit of cash but it's actually not that bad. Compared to a supercar it is very cheap. you will need to look at your running costs including insurance to determine if you can comfortably afford it. My last piece of advice while I always need to make grounded financial decisions, you only live once and life can be very short so all the best in your journey to get your dream car :-)
dude...that music is annoying AF!!!
Overpriced overengineered junk-John in Texas
Great info video. I've had a Ferrari 360 for 5 years which I feel a change coming on. I want a 458 but know it is out of reach so I fancy either an Aston Martin Vantage or R8. I may push to a V10 but the V8 is also a consideration.
V10 would be my first choice if possible
@@carswithsonduren Thankyou.
Every repair cost as much as a used car
Thank you for this review. Any thoughts on how long the manual clutch lasts? How many kilometers?
60-70k on average from what I hear. I’m at 60km now and all is still good. Some last 100km supposedly.
You do not pay the most. My r8 insurance is $216 per month USD. 2011 5.2 liter. Your insurance cheap as fuk
Yeah I got pretty lucky with a very cheap insurance quote. I'm 28 and have a spotless record so I guess that helps
Car noob here.. Is there any differences or note worthy items with the Audi r8 Spyder 2011 gated manual?
Nope just the drop top
nice video. in the market for r8 so info is helpful
Glad to know I can help :-) What year are you looking at and which engine ?
So you run pennzoil or liqui moly oil? Nice video 🙌🏽👍💪🏾! Can I order a dip stick for my 2016 Q5 ?
Liqui moly for the R8 :)
Probably yeap
@@carswithsonduren 💪🏾👍
Bruh 1.32 litre? Wtf .. its like 0.3$ here lol
That's Canada for you
@@carswithsonduren .3$ is kuwait for ya 😂
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Can you do a beard styling video
Step 1: don't groom. Step 2: spray with cologne daily. Step 3: Profit
Penzoil ??? LOLLOLO WUT??
What's wrong with Pennzoil Platinum?
I know this guy has no idea what he's talking about. Pennzoil consistently ranks as one of the highest quality synthetic oils
Man thanks for the info... glad I brought my C7Z51 over this.
Exactly. Used 2016 Corvette Z06 average at Carmax is $67k, 2016 Audi R8 about $100k. Expected repair costs $0 for the Corvette.
what tool compares a Corvette to the r8? Not for the same class of driver
Ron Dail in the video this is a 2009 R8 and those go for about 56-60k
Thank you for all the info 👍🏾 great to know
Anytime Kevin 🔥👍
Pouring upside down...believe me.
4.2 liter v8? thats the same engine in my 2010 audi s5
Yes it is :) some other upgrades like a dry pump oil system etc.
Find a better oil brand. That will turn your engine to chalk. I was an auto body tech trust me when I say go Shell or GT
Really ? Any insight ? I am pretty informed and thought Pennzoil was a leader in synthetic oil
"Synthetic OIl" doesn't mean full synthetic...only if its mentioned "100 % Synthetic Oil" mandate by the US Authority of Transport. So "Pennzoil" 100 % Synthetic is the real deal.
Exactly
Bruh I came here thinking it was the v8, disappointing
It is the V8
Hey, what about that carbon engine cleaning. Why is it so important. What's the difference with a V6 for example. I don't carbon clean my V6 audi.?
Vancouver would like a word with you about car insurance.
If you keep the car in the garage bcuz of fuel cost,how can you say for sure it's a good daily driver car when you're not driving it everyday???
So the best thing to do is stay out the dealership owning a Audi!!!✊🏾thanks 👍nice car 💯
Nice information and a very cool car. I have thought about an earlier R8 until I recently saw this video about a flaw in the front supports. Are you aware of this and has your car had the Audi reinforcement modification? Wondering how much of a problem this really is. Here is where the video starts showing what happened to a car this guy bought. th-cam.com/video/QOlvG1QbCDU/w-d-xo.html . He also did the coil over shock conversion you mentioned. Curt
Yeah I had mine checks with a full 300-point PPI was all goooood
@@carswithsonduren Awesome, any idea when or what years they recommend the Audi proactive fix on?
2008 to 2012
Thanks for the video. What year is the R8?
2008
Lol 130 a month for insurance? Bloody cheap go to BC Canada ull pay so much more
im so close to pulling the trigger on this car.....
Do it do it do it
Prefer your Lexus is
Wow insurance is so cheap on it. I pay 350 usd just on my range rover sport
What shop do you use for the maintenance?
Garage Autosports in Newmarket!
You wait till you get a low-oil indicator to add oil?
It helps but I usually check every month anyway
Great information ,I’m in the process of buying one.
Thanks !
Glad I could help Tom Cat! What are the specs of the R8 you're looking at getting?
Canadian Rider
V10. 2011. Auto trans
A few questions:
1. For owners with the dual clutch transmission, do the clutches wear fast?
2. How much does clutch replacement cost on a DC-equipped R8?
3. Is the car difficult to get a jack under? Does it have good jack points for oil changes at home, or for repair of the AC (at home)?
4. Is a 2006-2008 Porsche Carrera 4S a good equivalent car to a 2006-2008 R8? It seems that the Porsches in that range have less maintenance issues (IMS is the biggest issue by far for the Porsches; it seems you won't have to worry about recurring failures of parts with the Porsches like the R8 does with the AC).
1. Not that I am aware of
2. $8k with labor roughly but each shop is different
3. It has Jack points with an adapter but doing an oil change at home under jack stands is going to be really difficult because there are so many things you have to remove etc
Is it a manual?
If I buy this can in America will it be on miles per hour
The more I see your car the more motivated I become to get my own R8
It’s nice to hear that it’s a reliable supercar
Let's build this motivation to success my brother
That's where the more expensive part comes into play. Where did you do your clutch job? Audi or a Indy shop ?
@o-m-d wait what? Im considering the R8 V10 vs lambo gallardo and the gallardo clutch job is $5k
How much for an oil change ??
179.99
Canadian Rider thank you 🙌🏼
nice job, thanks for vid, but all mid engine cars are hi manit. and high cost---------------------junk
david fulginiti oh ya what do drive David?
1991 Honda Civic
Canadian Rider 🤣🤣🤣yassss prolly!!
I live in Mississauga, what shop do you use? Just good to know a reliable Audi expert / 3rd party shop. Thanks, great vid. Looking at a '14 R8 w/6MT right now!
I am using garage auto sports they are in Newmarket
Like a lot of luxury cars, not cheap.
BC coilovers on an Audi R8? Wow, I wouldn't put them on my Mazda. Get some kw, bilsteins or ohlins. Jezuz
The BC Racing ones are actually extremely highly recommend on the Audi forums and noone has said anything bad about them
Hey man how’s the car been so far? I’m in the market for GTR, Mkv Supra or an older R8.
Loving it still my man have a lot more videos on the car you can explore but it's been Rock solid and I love it
You should’ve just bought M3
I had a E46 M3 2 years ago manual in carbon black was a beautiful car
Haha a R8 is 10 times the car
Really good video - thank you 👍
I am getting a R8 manual soon. I will make sure to check these points on the car.
psst.... light in front of you , not behind you.
Seriously fantastic video. Especially on the suspension tips, it's why I'm not a big fan of these trick suspensions. A lot of them go bad. Would rather have a proper non-adjustable suspension.
Thanks Jeremy and welcome to the channel!
Is it common to do your own maintenance in Canada? Here in the US the service center get so busy you have to schedule an appointment.
Not necessarily. Just like doing my own maintenance since I know my way around a wrench