Comments on: 2008 Audi R8 Long Term Test http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/ The Truth About Cars is dedicated to providing candid, unbiased automobile reviews and the latest in auto industry news. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:35:12 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 By: nappyrash http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-766332 nappyrash Sat, 13 Sep 2008 19:16:40 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-766332 These are still selling for 20% over retail price in the UK, amazing! These are still selling for 20% over retail price in the UK, amazing!

]]> By: hondagirl http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-604471 hondagirl Thu, 17 Jul 2008 08:11:09 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-604471 Nice review. It's a shame about those sun visors. That'd definitely keep me from buying one. http://www.buyingadvice.com/ Nice review. It’s a shame about those sun visors. That’d definitely keep me from buying one.

http://www.buyingadvice.com/

]]> By: Robert Farago http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-580621 Robert Farago Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:46:12 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-580621 Exception that proves the rule. Exception that proves the rule.

]]> By: Steve_S http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-580591 Steve_S Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:42:45 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-580591 Beautiful car Jay, I'm sure many here including myself envy your means to experience such wonderful cars. Question for RF> Does this mean reviewing a car you own or have owned is now OK on TTAC? Beautiful car Jay, I’m sure many here including myself envy your means to experience such wonderful cars.

Question for RF> Does this mean reviewing a car you own or have owned is now OK on TTAC?

]]> By: pfingst http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-578242 pfingst Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:57:03 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-578242 I saw one of these driving down the road where I work, and later parked in the lot of the building next door. It was glossy black and about the coolest thing you're ever likely to see. "Presence" is right - the only thing that comes close in my personal experience is a black Lamborghini Diablo (in a Best Buy parking lot, of all places). The license plate said "HEART DR". To afford one, I guess you'd have to be. I saw one of these driving down the road where I work, and later parked in the lot of the building next door. It was glossy black and about the coolest thing you’re ever likely to see. “Presence” is right – the only thing that comes close in my personal experience is a black Lamborghini Diablo (in a Best Buy parking lot, of all places).

The license plate said “HEART DR”. To afford one, I guess you’d have to be.

]]> By: JJ http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-575992 JJ Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:48:51 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-575992 @DrBiggly: I'm sure it's still nice to drive, designed by Ayrton Senna and all and I'm sure technically it's still up-to-date with that Honda tech. Still...particularly as for looks, I say no. @DrBiggly:

I’m sure it’s still nice to drive, designed by Ayrton Senna and all and I’m sure technically it’s still up-to-date with that Honda tech.

Still…particularly as for looks, I say no.

]]> By: Matthew Danda http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-575882 Matthew Danda Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:30:54 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-575882 I'd like to know the true cost of ownership of such a vehicle. Does it cost $1,000+ for an oil change? Does it burn through tires every 4K miles? Will it fall apart at 40,000 miles like certain other supercars? I’d like to know the true cost of ownership of such a vehicle. Does it cost $1,000+ for an oil change? Does it burn through tires every 4K miles? Will it fall apart at 40,000 miles like certain other supercars?

]]> By: drifter http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-575751 drifter Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:50:18 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-575751 Those LEDs eyelashes under the headlight look as classy as a lead painted chineese replicas. Those LEDs eyelashes under the headlight look as classy as a lead painted chineese replicas.

]]> By: DrBiggly http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-575741 DrBiggly Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:39:35 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-575741 JJ, Does the original NSX still look good? I'd place this in the same sort of category as to what it will look like in 5, 10, etc years. :) JJ,
Does the original NSX still look good? I’d place this in the same sort of category as to what it will look like in 5, 10, etc years. :)

]]> By: JJ http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-575681 JJ Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:46:38 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-575681 Neckarsulm is also the place they used to make Porsche 944s and NSU Ro80s (with rotary engines). I don't know about the R8...It definitely has some appeal but to me it doesn't quite cut it. In the long run I'm pretty sure I would still prefer a 911 or an Aston Martin V8, that are both about the same price (practically) as the R8 or when used as a weekend sportscar shell out some extra dosh and go for the real thing (ie, Lamborghini Gallardo or Ferrari F430). To me the big question with the R8 is will it age well? How will we look at this car in 5 years, 10 years, 20 years, 40 years. With the 911 or V8 Vantage you can buy the car today and just keep it forever (which I think is great), because you know (apart from the energy debate), it will still be cool decades later. The R8 might lack the pedigree and sense of history to do the same (think BMW Z8). On another note, I don't like the TT that much but you can buy it with a diesel...In Europe it's available with the box standard 2.0 TDI in the TT TDI. I think they sell that engine in the US too in the Jetta TDI. So, for the commenter above that really wanted one, just maybe you can take Euro-delivery on one and then have it shipped to the US (providing you're not in NY or California or whatever states ban diesels nowadays), if the bureaucracy allows for it, seeing as though both engine and car are already sold there (with side-markers), albeit not in combination with one-another. Neckarsulm is also the place they used to make Porsche 944s and NSU Ro80s (with rotary engines).

I don’t know about the R8…It definitely has some appeal but to me it doesn’t quite cut it. In the long run I’m pretty sure I would still prefer a 911 or an Aston Martin V8, that are both about the same price (practically) as the R8 or when used as a weekend sportscar shell out some extra dosh and go for the real thing (ie, Lamborghini Gallardo or Ferrari F430).

To me the big question with the R8 is will it age well? How will we look at this car in 5 years, 10 years, 20 years, 40 years. With the 911 or V8 Vantage you can buy the car today and just keep it forever (which I think is great), because you know (apart from the energy debate), it will still be cool decades later. The R8 might lack the pedigree and sense of history to do the same (think BMW Z8).

On another note, I don’t like the TT that much but you can buy it with a diesel…In Europe it’s available with the box standard 2.0 TDI in the TT TDI. I think they sell that engine in the US too in the Jetta TDI. So, for the commenter above that really wanted one, just maybe you can take Euro-delivery on one and then have it shipped to the US (providing you’re not in NY or California or whatever states ban diesels nowadays), if the bureaucracy allows for it, seeing as though both engine and car are already sold there (with side-markers), albeit not in combination with one-another.

]]> By: Mirko Reinhardt http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-575632 Mirko Reinhardt Mon, 07 Jul 2008 08:58:06 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-575632 @Jay <i>awaiting craftsmen in red overalls to return from their various <strike>beer</strike> breaks</i> Don't they have actual beear breaks in Neckarsulm? Because in Ingolstadt Audi has actual beer vending machines for the staff inside the factory. Neckarsulm is Baden-Württemberg, not Bavaria, so the rules could be different there. @Jay
awaiting craftsmen in red overalls to return from their various beer breaks

Don’t they have actual beear breaks in Neckarsulm? Because in Ingolstadt Audi has actual beer vending machines for the staff inside the factory.
Neckarsulm is Baden-Württemberg, not Bavaria, so the rules could be different there.

]]> By: doctorv8 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-575361 doctorv8 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 02:03:42 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-575361 Great article as usual, Jay, but I have to take exception with this one statement: <i>The ride quality is superb. At speed, the R8 glides where Corvettes fear to tread.</i> Actually, the R8 borrowed heavily from the lowly Corvette parts bin to achieve such a ride. Delphi's magnetorheological shocks, while new to Audi and Ferrari, have been a little known option on the Corvette for the past 6 years....and revised on the upcoming ZR1 model. Any Corvette so equipped is anything but rough riding. While I have yet to try out the R8, it's unlikely that it rides significantly better than a Corvette with the F55 Magnetic ride option. Great article as usual, Jay, but I have to take exception with this one statement:

The ride quality is superb. At speed, the R8 glides where Corvettes fear to tread.

Actually, the R8 borrowed heavily from the lowly Corvette parts bin to achieve such a ride. Delphi’s magnetorheological shocks, while new to Audi and Ferrari, have been a little known option on the Corvette for the past 6 years….and revised on the upcoming ZR1 model.

Any Corvette so equipped is anything but rough riding. While I have yet to try out the R8, it’s unlikely that it rides significantly better than a Corvette with the F55 Magnetic ride option.

]]> By: Dr. No http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-574671 Dr. No Sun, 06 Jul 2008 20:10:16 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-574671 This car's exclusivity is more appealing than its looks. Using the carbon fiber on the side to conceal its size is a notable design failure, at least on aesthetic terms. Overall, I think it's a worthy effort for Audi. I'm just not cranked up about it up close and personal. Lambos and Ferraris have tons more sex appeal if we're talking supercars. And who needs memory for the seats? People with Alzheimers are too old for this car. This car’s exclusivity is more appealing than its looks. Using the carbon fiber on the side to conceal its size is a notable design failure, at least on aesthetic terms. Overall, I think it’s a worthy effort for Audi. I’m just not cranked up about it up close and personal. Lambos and Ferraris have tons more sex appeal if we’re talking supercars.

And who needs memory for the seats? People with Alzheimers are too old for this car.

]]> By: beetlebug http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573931 beetlebug Sun, 06 Jul 2008 01:16:02 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573931 <em> Caude Dickson: "I would be envious if you had purchased the Audi TTS"</em> I actually agree. Of course I have the envy of the wealthy by the non-wealthy, but for the car itself the envy factor is low. Now days I find myself pining for the cars that combine value, economy, and great performance in some manner or vintage cars that offer none of the above. Often those come in at a fraction of the R8s cost. My first impression of the R8 in pictures didn't do anything for me viscerally. There are cars that sing to me on first sight and those that leave me "meh". I'm in LA right now and I finally saw an R8 in person. Still no heart palpitations. It's not a bad looking car, but it is also a sterile design like many German designs. However, I'm sure driving it is a joy. Caude Dickson:
“I would be envious if you had purchased the Audi TTS”

I actually agree. Of course I have the envy of the wealthy by the non-wealthy, but for the car itself the envy factor is low. Now days I find myself pining for the cars that combine value, economy, and great performance in some manner or vintage cars that offer none of the above. Often those come in at a fraction of the R8s cost. My first impression of the R8 in pictures didn’t do anything for me viscerally. There are cars that sing to me on first sight and those that leave me “meh”. I’m in LA right now and I finally saw an R8 in person. Still no heart palpitations. It’s not a bad looking car, but it is also a sterile design like many German designs. However, I’m sure driving it is a joy.

]]> By: Matthew Potena http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573811 Matthew Potena Sat, 05 Jul 2008 23:27:22 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573811 I am driving an R8 on July 19th with World Class Driving (review to follow). As a former Porsche owner, I am interested so see Audi's take on an everyday exotic. I am driving an R8 on July 19th with World Class Driving (review to follow). As a former Porsche owner, I am interested so see Audi’s take on an everyday exotic.

]]> By: alanp http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573681 alanp Sat, 05 Jul 2008 21:33:13 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573681 While I must admit that Audi makes some cars that seems to be very desirable, I'll NEVER be able to buy one due to an unfortunate saleslime at a local dealer. I went in looking to see about an A4 about 15 years ago, and the moron who greeted me challenged me that if I was "man enough to own an Audi" I wouldn't be just looking. Needless to say, I left and have not gone back - which IS a bit childish - but he soured me for the Audi experience. While I must admit that Audi makes some cars that seems to be very desirable, I’ll NEVER be able to buy one due to an unfortunate saleslime at a local dealer. I went in looking to see about an A4 about 15 years ago, and the moron who greeted me challenged me that if I was “man enough to own an Audi” I wouldn’t be just looking. Needless to say, I left and have not gone back – which IS a bit childish – but he soured me for the Audi experience.

]]> By: Ingvar http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573622 Ingvar Sat, 05 Jul 2008 20:53:17 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573622 <strong>"... for a guy that makes a fine Pinot Noir."</strong> Well, that was a nice understatemant. And I didn't know that TTAC had a bio-section. You learn something every day... But it must be a nice job. “… for a guy that makes a fine Pinot Noir.”

Well, that was a nice understatemant. And I didn’t know that TTAC had a bio-section. You learn something every day… But it must be a nice job.

]]> By: olde_fortran http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573542 olde_fortran Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:55:59 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573542 @Ingvar Jay's the chief executive for a guy that makes a fine Pinot Noir. <a href="http://ttac.tidalpm.com/about/" rel="nofollow"> TTAC bio </a> and <a href="http://www.winebusiness.com/specialsection/2005/Top30Wineries.cfm?winery=19" rel="nofollow"> Wine Business Monthly Profile </a> @Ingvar

Jay’s the chief executive for a guy that makes a fine Pinot Noir.

TTAC bio and Wine Business Monthly Profile

]]> By: Ingvar http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573241 Ingvar Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:41:29 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573241 Oh, I'm envious. But I'm happy for you. I don't know the expression in english, as this is not my first language. But there's a difference between being envious on someone or something, while at the same time allowing them the happiness of enyoing whatever ther is they are enjoying. I mean, I don't want to take your pleasure away. It's fun that some people just happen to make it in life, and make it big. And it is good, for some. But tell me, because I'm curious. How rich can you be, to buy an R8 on a whim? I mean, even with a million bucks on the bank, it is an expense. So, what is your fortune? It has to be in the tens of millions of dollars to make an R8 not make a difference. And how did you do it? I'm sorry if this is personal, but you asked for it, so to speak... Oh, I’m envious. But I’m happy for you. I don’t know the expression in english, as this is not my first language. But there’s a difference between being envious on someone or something, while at the same time allowing them the happiness of enyoing whatever ther is they are enjoying. I mean, I don’t want to take your pleasure away. It’s fun that some people just happen to make it in life, and make it big. And it is good, for some. But tell me, because I’m curious. How rich can you be, to buy an R8 on a whim? I mean, even with a million bucks on the bank, it is an expense. So, what is your fortune? It has to be in the tens of millions of dollars to make an R8 not make a difference. And how did you do it? I’m sorry if this is personal, but you asked for it, so to speak…

]]> By: chuckgoolsbee http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573122 chuckgoolsbee Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:52:22 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573122 Thanks for the review. My only experience with an Audi was my parents "Fox" back in the 1970s. For those who have forgotten, or are too young to have seen them, a Fox was an <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi_80" rel="nofollow">Audi 80</a> for the US market. 1.5L I-4. Sort of a precursor to the VW Jetta, as they were very similar to the Mk1 Jetta which arrived a few years later. Ours was a red 4-door. I thought is was <strong>so</strong> cool... All my friends' parents drove dull Fords and whatnot. My folks had an Audi! If I recall correctly it only lasted about 3 years. Oh well. One of these days I'll probably buy an Audi. I really like the TT, and if it were available with a TDI I'd have already bought one by now. By the way Jay, my 1965 E-type Jaguar does not even have sun visors! Just get some good sunglasses. ;) --chuck http://chuck.goolsbee.org Thanks for the review. My only experience with an Audi was my parents “Fox” back in the 1970s. For those who have forgotten, or are too young to have seen them, a Fox was an Audi 80 for the US market. 1.5L I-4. Sort of a precursor to the VW Jetta, as they were very similar to the Mk1 Jetta which arrived a few years later. Ours was a red 4-door. I thought is was so cool… All my friends’ parents drove dull Fords and whatnot. My folks had an Audi!

If I recall correctly it only lasted about 3 years. Oh well.

One of these days I’ll probably buy an Audi. I really like the TT, and if it were available with a TDI I’d have already bought one by now.

By the way Jay, my 1965 E-type Jaguar does not even have sun visors! Just get some good sunglasses. ;)

–chuck
http://chuck.goolsbee.org

]]> By: lizthevw http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573112 lizthevw Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:49:49 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573112 "While I'm no fan of manual transmissions..." What hope do I have that I will always be able to buy a manual when even dedicated car webzines make statements like this? Between the ubiquitous automatic and the soulless flappy paddle gearboxes, I'm just glad that some sports cars still have a manual, but for how long? I would have a deposit down for a GTR, if only I could get it with a clutch pedal... “While I’m no fan of manual transmissions…”

What hope do I have that I will always be able to buy a manual when even dedicated car webzines make statements like this? Between the ubiquitous automatic and the soulless flappy paddle gearboxes, I’m just glad that some sports cars still have a manual, but for how long? I would have a deposit down for a GTR, if only I could get it with a clutch pedal…

]]> By: Steven Lang http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-573042 Steven Lang Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:13:00 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-573042 Yep, I have to agree with Jay on this one. The R8 is a brilliant work of machinery and.... yes... the German's still have a propensity to miss the small user-friendly features. The first Audi I ever fell in love with was a silver 1997 Audi A8. A subdued but well proportioned aluminum body, AWD, 300 horsepower, and an amazing ability to inhale large amounts of pavement in a very short period of time. All for only $7k back in 2006. I could routinely go 90 to 100 mph and with a well chosen radar detector, I was more or less home free. One other unique item on it was that, to my recollection, it only needed 15" tires. I still believe that 95+% of buyers would be far happier over the long run without the $$$$ of what really are oversized tires that serve little to no real world purpose. I hope manufacturers take the hint that is the current economic situation. But then again, maybe not. Yep, I have to agree with Jay on this one. The R8 is a brilliant work of machinery and…. yes… the German’s still have a propensity to miss the small user-friendly features.

The first Audi I ever fell in love with was a silver 1997 Audi A8. A subdued but well proportioned aluminum body, AWD, 300 horsepower, and an amazing ability to inhale large amounts of pavement in a very short period of time. All for only $7k back in 2006. I could routinely go 90 to 100 mph and with a well chosen radar detector, I was more or less home free.

One other unique item on it was that, to my recollection, it only needed 15″ tires. I still believe that 95+% of buyers would be far happier over the long run without the $$$$ of what really are oversized tires that serve little to no real world purpose. I hope manufacturers take the hint that is the current economic situation. But then again, maybe not.

]]> By: RGS920 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-572972 RGS920 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 15:32:24 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-572972 I had a chance to see one of these crusing down 684 on the morning commute. For those of you not familiar with 684, it is the main artery into NYC from the suburbs and you get a chance to see a ton of very expensive cars. The silver R8 had a <strong>presence</strong> that the hordes of 911's, Merc AMGs, M5, and M6 couldn't hope to match. Grats Jay on a great choice! I had a chance to see one of these crusing down 684 on the morning commute. For those of you not familiar with 684, it is the main artery into NYC from the suburbs and you get a chance to see a ton of very expensive cars. The silver R8 had a presence that the hordes of 911’s, Merc AMGs, M5, and M6 couldn’t hope to match.

Grats Jay on a great choice!

]]> By: Claude Dickson http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-572832 Claude Dickson Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:27:01 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-572832 This may sound a bit strange, but I would be envious if you had purchased the Audi TTS. Using supercars in most of the US is like being dressed in a tux where all the events are casual. I mean, where in the US (outside of a track) would being "limited" to 140 mph really matter??? The TTS is more than fast enough 99% of the time, gets very decent gas mileage for such a car, has more versatility with the hatch, and costs FAR less than the R8, though I still think the TTS costs too much. This may sound a bit strange, but I would be envious if you had purchased the Audi TTS. Using supercars in most of the US is like being dressed in a tux where all the events are casual. I mean, where in the US (outside of a track) would being “limited” to 140 mph really matter??? The TTS is more than fast enough 99% of the time, gets very decent gas mileage for such a car, has more versatility with the hatch, and costs FAR less than the R8, though I still think the TTS costs too much.

]]> By: beeb375 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/comment-page-1/#comment-572811 beeb375 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:10:51 +0000 http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/audi-r8-long-term-test-i-am-ironman/#comment-572811 Damn that Stevie Ray Vaughan! Nice report, Jay, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't <strike>murderously</strike> a teensy bit envious. Damn that Stevie Ray Vaughan! Nice report, Jay, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t murderously a teensy bit envious.

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