Subtle and stylish in silver, this example of Audi’s R8 supercar, recently consigned for our 22nd September sale at Bolesworth Castle, is one of the limited edition Le Mans models, of which just 100 were built. Presented in ‘flawless’ Ice Silver Metallic bodywork with black Nappa leather interior with Crimson accents, ‘WV61 UAE’ is powered by Audi’s 4.2-litre V8, and is further marked out as a rare model by being one of only 40 to be fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox.
Equipped with Titanium finish 19-inch ‘5-arm double-spoke Y design’ alloy wheels inspired by the R8 GT Coupé, the desirable optional Carbon Package and red brake callipers outside, and a classic open gate for the gear stick inside, the R8 Le Mans edition looks every inch a bona fide supercar.
The vendor is only the fourth keeper in the Audi’s almost 13 years since rolling off the production line. The car has covered an indicated 33,000 miles since new and benefits from the Limited Edition specification over and above the standard R8 V8 Coupé specification, including Audi magnetic ride, satellite navigation, Audi Music Interface (AMI), interior light package, Bang and Olufsen sound system and Bluetooth mobile phone preparation with integrated seat-belt microphones. ‘WV61 UAE’ is considered in superb condition by its present owner, rated as being ‘excellent’ across all aspects of the R8, including engine, transmission, electrics, bodywork, paint and interior.
Sold with a full service history – with nine dealer stamps and two from specialist workshops – ‘WV61 UAE’ also comes with the dealer brochure and paperwork including past invoices.
Estimate: £50,000-£60,000
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