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SkillanNaylor Car Company are very pleased to offer this stunning 2009 Audi R8 5.2 FSI V10 Quattro Coupe seen in Phantom Black Pearl with Lava Grey Side Blades and Extended Fine Black Nappa Leather.

There are certain cars that mark the end of an era. Cars engineered before filters, before downsized turbocharged engines and before digital driving experiences became the norm. The first generation Audi R8 5.2 FSI V10 Quattro Coupe sits firmly in that category and today has become one of the most sought after modern classics on the market. A genuine analogue supercar dinosaur that delivers one of the purest driving experiences ever offered by Audi.

At the heart of this R8 lies the legendary naturally aspirated 5.2 litre FSI V10 engine, producing an intoxicating soundtrack and razor sharp throttle response that simply cannot be replicated in the modern era. Closely related to the engine found in the Lamborghini Gallardo, the V10 transforms the R8 from an already capable sports car into something truly special. Fire it into life and the optional Milltek exhaust system immediately announces its presence with a deep metallic growl that builds into a spine-tingling crescendo as the revs rise. It is theatrical, mechanical and utterly addictive.

What elevates this particular example even further is the incredibly rare and highly desirable 6-speed gated manual gearbox. In an age where virtually every performance car is automatic, the open metal gate delivers a level of interaction and occasion that enthusiasts crave. Every shift feels mechanical, deliberate and rewarding. Combined with the naturally aspirated V10, it creates an experience that modern dual-clutch gearboxes simply cannot imitate. This is a car you drive with both hands, both feet and a huge smile on your face.

Audi’s legendary Quattro four-wheel drive system gives the R8 enormous real-world capability and confidence, allowing you to enjoy the car in all conditions while still delivering the balance and precision expected from a true supercar. The steering remains beautifully weighted, visibility is surprisingly good and the chassis offers a level of usability that made the R8 such a revolutionary car when launched. It was a supercar you could genuinely use every day, yet still capable of delivering a driving experience special enough to rival the exotic elite.

This example has also benefitted from extensive service and maintenance work carried out by RE Performance, internationally recognised Audi R8 specialists with an outstanding reputation within the R8 community. Their expertise and attention to detail provide huge reassurance and demonstrate the level of care this car has received throughout its life.

The design remains timeless. Low, wide and unmistakably Audi, the original R8 has aged with incredible grace and now carries the presence of a true modern icon. It represents a golden era of performance cars — naturally aspirated power, manual gearbox interaction and understated supercar styling all combined into one incredibly usable package.

Cars like this are no longer being built and almost certainly never will be again. A naturally aspirated V10, gated manual gearbox and analogue driving character wrapped in one of the most usable supercars ever produced. The result is not just a fantastic car to own, but an appreciating modern classic with genuine collector appeal.

The features & options of this car include:

• Extended Fine Nappa Leather
• Xenon Headlights
• Audi Parking System Advanced
• Front & Rear Parking Sensors
• 20" Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
• Reversing Assist Camera
• Miltek Sports Exhaust
• Lava Grey Side Blades
• Electric Seat Adjustment
• Elec Fold Ext Door Mirrors
• Auto Lights & Wipers
• Multi-Function Sports Steering Wheel
• Deployable Side Steps
• MagRide Adjustable Suspension
• Heated Seats
• Air-Con
• 6" Infotainment Screen
• Sat-Nav
• Bluetooth Phone prep
• Voice Control
• Radio/CD
• Cruise Control

For more information and to arrange a test drive please contact SkillanNaylor Car Company.