I have a neighbor with the R8 and it is a beauty. The price tag is comensurately high.
Having the engine positioned in the middle of the vehicle eats space.
For the price, I'm pleased with my M3 for its versatility & practicality & price.
R8 is in the top 5 as are the Porsche 911 turbo, Masarati 599 & others
Lexus LFA at $375K is not justifiable.

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94 530i sold (That was difficult for me)
01 530i >144,500+ miles SOLD
06 330XI winter's especially fun drive (SOLD)
10 M3 Sedan (sweet)
13 Nissan GT-R Black Edition
13 Porsche Cayenne Diesel

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