Absolutely. Fully agree. My dream car from the moment I first saw one in 2007. The original first Gen is the best. Not the new one with fake vents... the original! Beautiful. 😍
the V8 has 420hp, Raiti. I own a Gen 1 V10 with a gated manual + all the carbon bits and its an experience like no other. The V8 is more than enough car for anyone to have fun in. It has aged so much more gracefully compared its distant cousin, the Gallardo for sure. Future classic!!! These are the last of the supercars with proper manual.
First generation r8 was an amazing super car and had amazing performance for its year. It's also awesome we got a manual too! I wish the current generation r8 we can get a manual as an option :(
I have been in love with the design of the Gen1 R8 since it was released. 3 days ago I picked up one myself, at 52 years I feel like a 8 year old boy at Christmas.
This car has a few visual mods worth noting. The Audi badge is removed from the hood, the R8 logo added to the calipers and the 19-inch OEM wheels, which came from the factory silver with bright chrome on the spokes, are powder-coated black. The 4.2 motor produces 420hp, not 480 as mentioned, and a 0-60 time of 4.4 sec versus the 4.0 mentioned. I believe it was also mentioned that the 6MT is only available with the 4.2. It is actually available with the 5.2 as well. I've driven my 2009 6MT since 2016 as a daily and loved every mile. Most impressive about the car is it has (knock on wood) given me very few mechanical issues, all of them minor. It's a well-made car.
This is my favorite Audi, due to being introduced to this car from many racing games, such as Need For Speed and Forza. The design is simple and beautiful that has aged very well.
The first generation has retained its value unexpectedly well. The signature rumble of the FSI DOHC V8, the gated manual and the timeless design tingle all my senses. It's sad that there will never be a car like this again. Forever R8.
The R8 V8 is my favorite car of all time. I've always loved the looks, sounds and everything. I can't wait to finally own an R8 one day. Can't wait man. Awesome review, I was waiting for you to review one, I'm glad you liked it, and it was a manual. I would most definitely get the R8 V8 for a first supercar.
Old is Gold for this 2009 Audi R8 with that roar rumble from the V8 engine. Love it's performance on road and the the design is sleek. Thanks 🙏🙏 *Joe* for rejuvenating it to the mass.
Let’s keep in mind, HP doesn’t necessarily win laps, it’s how deep you can go into corners and consistently maintain an average speed on the track. Handling is everything. HP will reel you in on the straights but handling is what will make or break your lap times.
i love my 2008 gated R8. The 2 best modifications I did was converting it to rear wheel drive and adding a titanium straight piped exhaust. sounds amazing.
You do know it was pretty much rear wheel drive from factory right! The power distribution pretty much made a RWD the front wheels only hooked when necessary
I loved this car ❤️ I would still want this car 10 yrs from now. It will never get outdated to me. The V10 would have been better. A nice novice driver car for weekend fun
Hey Joe I’m not sure you remember me but I received a response from you almost 2 weeks ago about purchasing a GT350 HE and I made her mine Joe I just wanted to thank you for being the man and doing the job you do giving us what we need when we are looking for our dream cars and I just got one of mine thanks again Joe you’re definitely a big part of this dream!!
Us commoners appreciate the hard work of team Raiti.. Getting a little Daddy Doug vibes from this one, cuz I've been watching you for almost 3 years now and i haven't really seen you review older cars yet
When this car was on the lot, I was selling them in San Diego. They're classy, as in...not a bunch of silly boy racer aero attachments, like absurd gaping intakes and wings. This model is instantly recognizable like a Bugatti. Power isn't neck breaking, but more than you'll ever use off the track. Those MPGs are a definite liability for a used car buyer, hoping to save money.
@@RaitisRides Lotus or Porsche for me. Lotus for the mind melting handling, or Porsche for the all around teutonic sensibility in totally unsensible driving.
Omg! This is the first Gen R8 and I was completely stricken with its looks back when it was launched. There was nothing like that car in the market that I had EVER imagined. Look at how the air inlets (that are usually positioned below in the bumper) and the headlight forms a one single unit. The design was (and still is) so unprecedented. Even the subsequent R8s couldn’t beat the aesthetics appeal of the original. And there’s that quintessential silver colour the established R8’s trademark colour. I can go on and on and on about this car. How old was I? 20
The R8 is (and forever will be) one of my favorite beasts for the track. I'd still want this car once it depreciates soon. Regardless if it's a V8 or V10, I'd want one with twin turbos for added power.
They only sold around 1100 V8 models and ~1000 V10 models with a gated manual(coupes + spyders) in the US, so there won't be much depreciation unless you buy a salvage title or rebuilt one. The pre-facelift Gen 1 with the less desirable R-tronic transmission will still depreciate though. There are already shops developing a manual conversion, so your best bet would be buy an R-tronic on the cheap and do the manual swap. 👍🏽
6 speed manual will be the more desirable to collectors in a few years for this car over a dct. Plus nothing is better than driving stick especially in a car like this
I never liked the R8 back when it came out (I preferred the RS4 at the time) but now I really can appreciate how awesome the R8 is. It's aged so well and for a good while it was an affordable super car with probably one of the best manual transmissions around.
@@RaitisRides You're welcome Joe I'd like for you to talk about the main Apostles of the Luxury car segment as a podcast for today and here's my ranking: #1. Audi #2. BMW #3. Porsche #4. Mercedes-benz #5. Aston Martin #6. Lexus #7. Lamborghini #. Rolls Royce #9. Bentley #10. Cadillac #11. Tesla Before I give you the last Luxury brand, you should talk with Apostle Lori about each brand in full detail. This video will be called "THE 12 Apostles of the Luxury Car Segment. Now onto the last Apostle of the Luxury car segment! #12. Genesis. Plz talk about this with Lory the Apostle of Photography and this is an idea for Friday's podcast.
R8 over a lambo and ferrai without question. Underrated supercar that is just way more practical if chosen to be a daily. Plus its a 🚀 and comfortable asf
Once I become a M.D... I'm saving for this one! 100% an affordable dream supercar. Shout out to Need for Speed Carbon for lighting the flame for me on loving this car thanks to the Darius R8 "Stacked Deck" wrap on it in the game. XD
Love my 2015 F-type R, but the R8 gated is next level for fun. The only Zonk for both is media is very dated, but just use a phone, done. Just for the R8, the mag ride must be replaced in most cases, always leaks/fails.
I've noticed that Joe never seems to signal before making a left or right turn. Mom's, don't let Joe teach your teenagers to drive. The tester will Zonk them.
@@RaitisRides Porsche is developing Efuels. Please do look into that. They allow us to run V8's with even harming the environment. I pray that efuel technology gets commercialized. i will never drive an EV. With efuels our cars can sound loud without even harming the eniroment.
thats why iconic ICE powered cars like these will only appreciate in value. EVs are the future, but there is a large demographic of ppl who want/crave the sound of an ICE.
These gated R8s are going to def hold their value if not appreciate in the next few years as they stopped making them and nostalgia seems to be driving vehicle values.
The reason the R8 never performed to expectations is public confusion between torque and HP. Only torque drives acceleration. Torque is what moves the needle, HP only reads the needle and any car can EVENTUALLY achieve any HP, redline permitting. It’s all about the RATE the car accelerates to BUILD power and that is torque and torque alone. R8 torque is way too low. That is, displacement (which includes boost) is way too small. Torque is displacement.
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Best looking car ever made, in my opinion. Not even the new R8 can match the timelessness of the first gen's design.
I think you just hit the nail on the head.
Absolutely. Fully agree. My dream car from the moment I first saw one in 2007. The original first Gen is the best. Not the new one with fake vents... the original! Beautiful. 😍
Agreed; it's a beauty!
I agree! I love my Gen 2 R8 but I think the 1st Gen R8 is timeless.
its a testament to the designers they were able to really capture the concept car idea to reality it is so identical which rarely happens
the V8 has 420hp, Raiti. I own a Gen 1 V10 with a gated manual + all the carbon bits and its an experience like no other. The V8 is more than enough car for anyone to have fun in. It has aged so much more gracefully compared its distant cousin, the Gallardo for sure. Future classic!!! These are the last of the supercars with proper manual.
Love the subtle comedy like the word “ZONC” and talking about what fits in the door panel slots, like “two burritos and a guac” goated commentary
Thanks for letting me share the cars and the laughs with you!
Classic Raitti line's! The new edge Mach 1 review and the 2 tacos in the door slots is my fave 😆🌮🌮👍🏽
First generation r8 was an amazing super car and had amazing performance for its year. It's also awesome we got a manual too! I wish the current generation r8 we can get a manual as an option :(
Tell me about it Matt!
Matt what's your birthday on
@@leotorres7400 why do you want to know my birthday? I won’t share that info with a stranger like yourself
I have been in love with the design of the Gen1 R8 since it was released. 3 days ago I picked up one myself, at 52 years I feel like a 8 year old boy at Christmas.
what did you pay for it?
@@r4m_beastkmc744 about USD50k
I got one and it took years off my life lol 😂 have fun but not to much unless you got a radar detector lol 😂
This car has a few visual mods worth noting. The Audi badge is removed from the hood, the R8 logo added to the calipers and the 19-inch OEM wheels, which came from the factory silver with bright chrome on the spokes, are powder-coated black. The 4.2 motor produces 420hp, not 480 as mentioned, and a 0-60 time of 4.4 sec versus the 4.0 mentioned. I believe it was also mentioned that the 6MT is only available with the 4.2. It is actually available with the 5.2 as well.
I've driven my 2009 6MT since 2016 as a daily and loved every mile. Most impressive about the car is it has (knock on wood) given me very few mechanical issues, all of them minor. It's a well-made car.
This is my favorite Audi, due to being introduced to this car from many racing games, such as Need For Speed and Forza. The design is simple and beautiful that has aged very well.
That is so cool and you are so right!
The first generation has retained its value unexpectedly well. The signature rumble of the FSI DOHC V8, the gated manual and the timeless design tingle all my senses. It's sad that there will never be a car like this again. Forever R8.
The R8 V8 is my favorite car of all time. I've always loved the looks, sounds and everything. I can't wait to finally own an R8 one day. Can't wait man. Awesome review, I was waiting for you to review one, I'm glad you liked it, and it was a manual. I would most definitely get the R8 V8 for a first supercar.
Old is Gold for this 2009 Audi R8 with that roar rumble from the V8 engine. Love it's performance on road and the the design is sleek. Thanks 🙏🙏 *Joe* for rejuvenating it to the mass.
Let’s keep in mind, HP doesn’t necessarily win laps, it’s how deep you can go into corners and consistently maintain an average speed on the track. Handling is everything. HP will reel you in on the straights but handling is what will make or break your lap times.
Absolutely timeless design and a bargain buy used. One of my all time favorite cars for that understated design with power for days!
You better believe it.
Love how how that gearbox "clics". Such a nice car, still looks modern and drives great.
You have great taste Omar!
Omar what's your birthday on
@@leotorres7400 November 22th
Beautiful car, that’s V8 view on the back makes it sexier. Thanks joy!
So very true!
I do remember it from magazines, OMG tnx for tanking about this legend, People sometimes forget this legend
This is my favorite supercar from Audi.
Great review and POV test driving Joe.
I am so glad that you could take a ride with me!
i love my 2008 gated R8. The 2 best modifications I did was converting it to rear wheel drive and adding a titanium straight piped exhaust. sounds amazing.
Hw does it handle , after rear conversion?
You do know it was pretty much rear wheel drive from factory right!
The power distribution pretty much made a RWD the front wheels only hooked when necessary
Original NSX and this R8.
Two of the very best!
You better believe it!
I loved this car ❤️ I would still want this car 10 yrs from now. It will never get outdated to me. The V10 would have been better. A nice novice driver car for weekend fun
Tony Stark called, he wants his car back for Iron Man.. Great video Joe, such a nice car still :)
He would have to fight for this one! LOL
@@RaitisRides Joe you might put up a good fight!
@@harisqureshi7469 you’re freaking awesome!
The design of this Audi is really timeless! 😍😍 I like more than the new models
Hey Joe I’m not sure you remember me but I received a response from you almost 2 weeks ago about purchasing a GT350 HE and I made her mine Joe I just wanted to thank you for being the man and doing the job you do giving us what we need when we are looking for our dream cars and I just got one of mine thanks again Joe you’re definitely a big part of this dream!!
I totally remember Daniel! Congrats man!
Daniel what's your birthday on
7/26/80
Sound is phenomenal! Such an iconic car
The og R8.6 speed 4 .2 v8,great car.
Heck yeah man!
One of most iconic and sexy super cars ever made. The gated Manual makes this extra special. Put an aftermarket exhaust on this and it's perfect 😎
Love the first generation R8.
Oh heck yeah
I love this 1st gen r8. I don’t need the fastest car. This car is the one for me.
You reviewed my all time favorite car!
You have very good taste!
This car aged BEAUTIFULLY.
Yes the review I've been waiting for
I’m so glad that I can bring it to you!
It's awesome to see you reviewing something older! What a great car. The manual makes it 10x better 😍
I couldn’t pass it up for sure!
awesome video, definitely my next vehicle. Always wanted an R8... still haven't sat in one but I am SOLD after this video. Thanks Raiti!
Us commoners appreciate the hard work of team Raiti..
Getting a little Daddy Doug vibes from this one, cuz I've been watching you for almost 3 years now and i haven't really seen you review older cars yet
Thanks brother man!
@@RaitisRides no no no, we thank you
When this car was on the lot, I was selling them in San Diego. They're classy, as in...not a bunch of silly boy racer aero attachments, like absurd gaping intakes and wings.
This model is instantly recognizable like a Bugatti. Power isn't neck breaking, but more than you'll ever use off the track. Those MPGs are a definite liability for a used car buyer, hoping to save money.
You are so very right about that!
@@RaitisRides Lotus or Porsche for me. Lotus for the mind melting handling, or Porsche for the all around teutonic sensibility in totally unsensible driving.
The
Nothing like a gated manual.
Oh heck yeah
Speaking of motor week. I watch you more. Keep it up Joe.
I remember seeing "I, Robot" at the movie theaters back in the day and seeing the R8 concept. Such a nice car.
I totally remember that! There was also a beautiful MV Augusta
Zonk squad stand down, no zonks here.
There you go! You are freaking hilarious!
@@RaitisRides zonk squad reassemble.. Joe didnt show us the raised spoiler 😩
I really appreciate how clean the rear bumper is.
Another great review. These Audis are so cool.
You have great taste!
Man I will always want one. I absolutely love these.
Great review brotha! In my opinion, this Audi reminds me of a Bugatti.
So very true about that Justin.
Justin what's your birthday on
Gated manual is the only way to go on a car like this.
You know it David! Good choice!
David what's your birthday on
this car checks off all of Scotty's money pit list
You know it! Oh well!
You'd be much better off buying a used Toyota.......
Omg! This is the first Gen R8 and I was completely stricken with its looks back when it was launched. There was nothing like that car in the market that I had EVER imagined. Look at how the air inlets (that are usually positioned below in the bumper) and the headlight forms a one single unit. The design was (and still is) so unprecedented. Even the subsequent R8s couldn’t beat the aesthetics appeal of the original. And there’s that quintessential silver colour the established R8’s trademark colour. I can go on and on and on about this car. How old was I? 20
Still looks sooooo good!
The Audi TT from that year had some things the r8 did not have like fog lights moving head lights both r lots of fun 🤩
The R8 is (and forever will be) one of my favorite beasts for the track. I'd still want this car once it depreciates soon. Regardless if it's a V8 or V10, I'd want one with twin turbos for added power.
Sounds like a plan Brian!
@@RaitisRides Agreed it does!
They only sold around 1100 V8 models and ~1000 V10 models with a gated manual(coupes + spyders) in the US, so there won't be much depreciation unless you buy a salvage title or rebuilt one. The pre-facelift Gen 1 with the less desirable R-tronic transmission will still depreciate though. There are already shops developing a manual conversion, so your best bet would be buy an R-tronic on the cheap and do the manual swap. 👍🏽
10:40 my parents actually told me to knock before coming in when i was young lolllllllllll
That’s very smart of them!
Love the breakdown of the R8. Not sure if it is best one to buy, but it has to be up on that list.
You are so right about that!
6 speed manual will be the more desirable to collectors in a few years for this car over a dct. Plus nothing is better than driving stick especially in a car like this
@@vincentcastagliola1891 it is a better driving experience for sure.
Great stuff Joe. Love the 6 speed! Thanks for bringing it to us
Great review like always. I'm positive You can make a rock rolling down a hill review interesting. 😂. 👍
I love the review, it was fun to watch :)
That trunk review gets a ZONK! I need to know how many twinkies I can get in there Joe wth man!
I never liked the R8 back when it came out (I preferred the RS4 at the time) but now I really can appreciate how awesome the R8 is. It's aged so well and for a good while it was an affordable super car with probably one of the best manual transmissions around.
This car is far cooler than any RS anything in my book, albeit they aren’t objectively great. They are too badass for me to care though.
For pure enjoyment, an aftermarket exhaust would be cheery on top
I would totally agree with you!
That’s honestly not a lot of depreciation. It’s legendary 🔥
Wow Joe, I love this Audi R8 I think that Audi competes with the other Apostles of the Supercars.
Thanks for letting me share it with you Luis!
@@RaitisRides You're welcome Joe I'd like for you to talk about the main Apostles of the Luxury car segment as a podcast for today and here's my ranking:
#1. Audi
#2. BMW
#3. Porsche
#4. Mercedes-benz
#5. Aston Martin
#6. Lexus
#7. Lamborghini
#. Rolls Royce
#9. Bentley
#10. Cadillac
#11. Tesla
Before I give you the last Luxury brand, you should talk with Apostle Lori about each brand in full detail. This video will be called "THE 12 Apostles of the Luxury Car Segment. Now onto the last Apostle of the Luxury car segment!
#12. Genesis.
Plz talk about this with Lory the Apostle of Photography and this is an idea for Friday's podcast.
Luis what's your birthday on
@@leotorres7400 Zeptember 21
The style hasn't aged a day, its stll my favorite supercar and likely always will be!
Love the first gen with the V8 and manual transmission!
Trust me so do I!
First gen could be had with V10 and manual too. Bring back gated manuals!
@@thesvenssons I'm aware. I just prefer the V8 version.
“ On Throttle! “ 😂👊🏼👍🏼🤘🏽☝🏻✊
Heck yeah!
R8 over a lambo and ferrai without question. Underrated supercar that is just way more practical if chosen to be a daily. Plus its a 🚀 and comfortable asf
I wish its gated shifter sounded and felt like the shifter in the Gallardo. They dont seem to have that distinctive click- click every time you shift.
So pretty
But the nicest 1st gen IMO is the R8 V10 Spyder
That one has the minimalist chrome grille and that smoothe rear end
This is the one that I want!
I like the way you think!
Great review and car!
Thanks for taking the time to say that!
Glad to see how many part share with Audi TT. It’s like a baby R8. Love my tt
Jeez I miss this car. One of my friends owned one it was black with red accents the thing was so hot.
Oh I bet it was!
Surprised to see the Audi rings missing on hood. Thought the 4.2 V8 put out 420hp
First gen R8 still looks really good for how old it is getting.
Best review with R8. Thank you 😊
Once I become a M.D... I'm saving for this one! 100% an affordable dream supercar. Shout out to Need for Speed Carbon for lighting the flame for me on loving this car thanks to the Darius R8 "Stacked Deck" wrap on it in the game. XD
Love my 2015 F-type R, but the R8 gated is next level for fun. The only Zonk for both is media is very dated, but just use a phone, done. Just for the R8, the mag ride must be replaced in most cases, always leaks/fails.
19th like 33rd view!!! Raiti is the best! appreciate your style and video consistency so much!
I am so glad that I can share my car passion with you!
There’s nothing better in life than hearing Joe’s “On throttle YEEEEEAAAAAH”! 🤘😂
I love these used car reviews.
What up Joe? R8 TIME!!!
Heck yeah brother man!
@@RaitisRides ;D
Great job joe! Awesome car Definitely worth the money
Its going to be highly desirable. Highly recommended
This is so very true for sure!
Until the timing chain needs replacing and its engine out job
This is a huge bang, brrrtttt with flames for your buck 😎👍
I know these things have a lot of flaws but it’s one of the few cars I’d buy on cool factor alone
Wow that's awesome Thank God I will buy one for myself
Fingers crossed it will happen for you!
Hey Raiti's Rides Can You Make The 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring
That should happen soon!
@@RaitisRides Thank You Maybe One Day You Will Get One From Your Porsche Dealership
Always love these sports cars 🔥
You have good taste!
💪💪💪💪nice one joe
Thanks brother!
I've noticed that Joe never seems to signal before making a left or right turn.
Mom's, don't let Joe teach your teenagers to drive. The tester will Zonk them.
You are very observant. Sometimes when I’m talking and filming the little things get forgotten
@@RaitisRides Just don't let the constabulary eyeball you while doing a road test. I won't tell them you've been a bad boy.
Thats a really really great year. Class of 09 baby! Haha
I have always lived the Audi R8, its my favorite supercar of all time. I will be super interested in how the R8 EV does.
Great review !!!!
I was waiting for an interview with Iron Man after the review. Great job 🤜🏾🤛🏻
Ahhh man, the supercar that's within reach for some. Great review, we can all dream.
I find the V8 better than the V10 since they still make R8’s with the V10’s.
Good call
I remember seeing this car for the first time during the 2008 super bowl. The Godfather inspired commercial was epic.
I love the sound of the V8. Thats something that EV cars cannot do ..
You are so right about that!
@@RaitisRides Porsche is developing Efuels. Please do look into that. They allow us to run V8's with even harming the environment. I pray that efuel technology gets commercialized. i will never drive an EV. With efuels our cars can sound loud without even harming the eniroment.
@@simranjitsingh4804 will do.
thats why iconic ICE powered cars like these will only appreciate in value. EVs are the future, but there is a large demographic of ppl who want/crave the sound of an ICE.
I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the great work real true and I love the video lot real true 💯
I had a feeling you would like this one brother man!
These gated R8s are going to def hold their value if not appreciate in the next few years as they stopped making them and nostalgia seems to be driving vehicle values.
Beautiful car! I saw one last Sunday in a car meet
Dream car!!!!!!
Dream big Kevin!
I do! My situation is difficult. Heading into the Rubicon today!
Super cool car & presentation! Thank you. 👍🏻
One Note: there are V10 R8 with 6-speed manuals …
Nice looking car...!!!!
Very nice review...!!!
The reason the R8 never performed to expectations is public confusion between torque and HP. Only torque drives acceleration. Torque is what moves the needle, HP only reads the needle and any car can EVENTUALLY achieve any HP, redline permitting. It’s all about the RATE the car accelerates to BUILD power and that is torque and torque alone.
R8 torque is way too low. That is, displacement (which includes boost) is way too small. Torque is displacement.