2009 Audi R8 4.2 QUATTRO

Make

Audi

Model

R8 4.2 QUATTRO

Year

2009

Listed price

$54,800

Location

Lake Bluff, Illinois

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

80,970 miles

When Audi unveiled the R8 in 2006, it wasn't just another sports car; it was a defiant statement, a bold entry into a segment dominated by established Italian and German marques. Drawing heavily from the Le Mans-winning R8 prototype race car, it offered exotic mid-engine architecture and everyday usability, wrapped in a design that still turns heads today. The initial 4.2-liter V8, derived from the RS4, propelled the R8 with a distinctive high-revving character and a soundtrack to match, establishing it as a formidable yet approachable supercar and a significant milestone in Audi's performance lineage. This 2009 Audi R8 4.2 R-Tronic coupe, showing 80,970 miles, has been thoughtfully enhanced to amplify its inherent performance. Under previous ownership for seven years and meticulously maintained, it received a new clutch approximately 10,000 miles ago. Power is further optimized by VF Engineering ECU and TCU tunes, while a Rev9 Titanium Exhaust and Euro Boutique cold air intake liberate more of that sonorous V8 wail. Aesthetic and dynamic improvements include carbon fiber side blades, an RS front grille, and BC Racing BR coilovers, complemented by a DTE pedal box for sharper throttle response and brand new tires with less than 1,000 miles on them. This R8 presents a compelling opportunity to experience an iconic Audi supercar, elevated by discerning performance and cosmetic upgrades.