It’s been a while since we last saw an Audi R8 tuned by American aftermarket specialists STaSIS. This one is a boring white color and hasn’t got the facelift features. But perhaps we can make up for this with lots and lots of power, say 710 hp coming from a supercharged V10.
The tuner unveiled this package way back in 2010, at the SEMA Show. Still, the Aventador-like levels of power allows this car to reach the 62 mph (100km/h) mark in just 3.1 seconds.
"The astonishing 710 hp R8 V10 Challenge Extreme Edition is the ultimate representation of the no-compromise philosophy behind the STaSIS brand – a unique blend of cohesive powertrain and dynamic suspension and braking upgrades, which elevate the V10 R8’s performance onto a different plane," a company statement reads.
Here are the main features of the car:
• Engine - Eaton / Magnusson TVS 2300 supercharger running 7.5 psi of boost, independent charge cooler system to ensure consistent high power output, CNC billet alloy machined intake plenum for durability and strength, high performance STaSIS ECU remap – performance increases to 710 bhp and 523lb.ft of torque
• Exhaust - 3.0 inch TIG welded stainless steel, cross-flow exhaust system
• Brakes – Alcon 390mm front / 355mm rear with two piece floating discs
• Suspension – Lowering springs to improve handling and give a more aggressive appearance while retaining ride quality
• Wheels - 9.5 x 20 inch ultra-lightweight forged aluminium front, 12 x 20 inch forged aluminium rear with high performance low profile tyres
Mihnea's favorite cars have already been built, the so-called modern classics from the '80s and '90s. He also loves local car culture from all over the world, so don't be surprised to see him getting excited about weird Japanese imports, low-rider VWs out of Germany, replicas from Russia or LS swaps down in Florida. Full profile
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