Audi R8 Super Car

The Audi R8 was ranked among the top 10 exotic sports cars by the U.S News and World reports. With a price tag of MRSP $113,300 to $172,800 this super car does justice to its price tag and ranking among the exotic cars. With its new V10 engine, manual 6 speed transmission, 0-60 mph in just 3.6 seconds and top speed of 199 mph this is a very fun car to drive; it handles really well and is very responsive I am quite impressed with the engineering behind this automobile . says Andre Leite Alves owner and founder of Aware Bear Computers in Pittsford NY.

 I was really sick of the winter and all the snow however the 6 speed manual BMW X3 is also a great and safe car to drive around the winter months, however it does not compare to the Audi R8. The upgraded V10 525 horse power engine with a manual 6 speed transmission produces 391lb-ft torque, a major upgrade from the previous model. This particular R8 was a special order from California, no dealer in Western NY had this particular vehicle. Going to work at Aware Bear with the new Audi R8 is awesome. I really enjoy driving around downtown Pittsford NY in comfort and style, this vehicle is a real head turner, it is one of a kind plus it came straight from CA.

 I am very impressed with Audis craftsmanship, attention to detail, and how the dash is setup making it easy for me to access all the cars controllers. Another good feature of the Audi R8 is the leg room. In the past I have driven other sports cars that lacked space making the ride not as comfortable as the Audi R8. I remember some of the Ferraris and Porsches that could have used more leg space.

 The biggest problem about owning an exotic car in Upstate NY is servicing the vehicle. These cars require a specialized shop with special tools and parts in order to get them fixed. A simple oil change on a Lamborghini could run you $1000. If you drive a Ferrari for example in Western NY, the closest Ferrari dealer is in Toronto 2 hours away or New York City 5 hours away. This Audi can be serviced in Rochester, Buffalo or Syracuse New York.

 I have several pictures of the Audi R8 on my Flickr account, this Audi R8 is for sale in case you were wondering. The asking price is US$110,000 with a little room for negotiation. This is a rare car it has just under 7000 miles. The overall condition of this vehicle is superb. If you would like to see more pictures please visit my online photo gallery:

 The white and black exterior combined with the black leather seats with the premium sound, GPS navigation and 19 inch double spoke wheels with R8 calipers makes this a vehicle enthusiast. At first I was not very impressed with it I used to joke around saying it was a VW with leather seats until I had the chance to sit in the drivers seat that completely changed my mind about this vehicle.

 Andre Leite Alves is a successful entrepreneur, business owner. He has a passion for photography and helping the Rochester NY community by creating a free computer recycling program open to any resident in Monroe County. Andre Leite Alves is the owner and founder of Aware Bear Computers in Pittsford NY. He also shares a passion for high end vehicles not limited to Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Porsche, Lexus, McLaren, Lotus, Lamborghinis, Austin Martins and other exotic vehicles. Please visit my websites  

Ford Gt 2005 Car Review

When I approach an exotic car that can go 204 MPH with a roof line that is only as high as my belt, I have low ergonomic expectations. Ill probably get some bruising from the suspension and hopefully be distracted by the acceleration to forget how uncomfortable everything else is. I was only right about the acceleration.

 The Ford GT is the remake of the 1966 Le Mans champion car called the GT40. The original GT40 was a great looking car, but this new GT has a spectacular exterior design. Im normally quick to whine about a benign design concept, or a trunk line or the shape under the front bumper, or at least some little picky thing. But the more I looked around this car, the more admiration I have for this work of art. And the designers & engineers had to factor in stable aerodynamics at 200 MPH that would have flipped the original model on its top.

 The 5.4-liter engine fills the entire back half of the car, and the supercharged V-8 produces 550 horsepower. For the performance fans: the GTs 0-to-60 time is only 3.3 seconds, and it takes only 11.6 seconds to pass a -mile. The engine note is pretty plain; no NASCAR guttural tones or Formula-1 scream that I could tell; the glass partition between the interior cab and the engine deaden the sound. (From the inside you can turn your head to see a giant belt turning, to what I presume to be the superchargers).

 Under the front hood is plenty of storage room for a sports car; about enough for 6 tennis balls or a pair of flip-flops, but not both at the same time! Once inside the car, you realize that the only storage is in the front trunk. There is no glove box, no side-pocket, no cup holder, but I suppose I could slide a few envelopes under my seat. But this is exactly what I want in a true sports car all business at propelling me forward and nothing flying around the cockpit as I take big g-forces in the turns.

 The interior was much more comfortable than I expected, and the black and silver knobs and dash have an edgy look to them. It has the usual big red Start button that many expensive cars have made popular (again), and toggle switches like a space shuttle for the rear defroster and hazard lights. The tachometer is the big dial in front of the driver and that irrelevant speedometer is off to the right, nearly next to the passenger. Dont forget to set the temperature controls before you start moving because they are under your right elbow in the center console and awkward to reach while driving.

 When driving the car, the biggest surprise I had is how comfortable it takes the potholes and uneven surfaces. Ive ridden in sport BMW sedans that dont ride this smoothly. The GT is easy to launch and shift, with power delivered without a noticeable spike from the superchargers. I didnt get a chance to throw the car around many corners, but the low profile and wide stance would indicate an adeptness with lateral-speed.

 If you are trying to avoid attention, I cant think of a bigger mistake than being in this car. Everywhere I drove some people were staring and pointing, and at nearly every stop light, someone had a question about the car a lot more public attraction than any other unique production car Ive piloted. But for the GT most of its features are extremes, and I am very pleased that Ford has proven it can compete in the +$150,000 world market.