Our team presents a late-production 2023 Audi R8 V10 Spyder, representing one of the final naturally aspirated V10 mid-engine supercars offered by a mainstream manufacturer. Finished in optional Mythos Black Metallic over Black Fine Nappa Leather with Ara Blue contrast stitching, this rear-wheel-drive R8 Spyder captures the purist configuration that many enthusiasts favor: lighter, more playful, and more emotionally engaging than its Quattro counterpart. Showing just 186 miles from new and offered here with a clean one-owner history, this stealthy example is a modern classic in the making and represents a compelling opportunity to acquire one of the last open-top V10 Audis as the R8 nameplate exits the internal-combustion era.

The Audi R8 occupies a unique place in the modern supercar landscape. Introduced in the late 2000s as the Ingolstadt-based brand's mid-engine flagship, it combined a Lamborghini-derived V10 performance with Audi’s precision engineering and daily usability. The R8 evolved into a benchmark for accessible, naturally aspirated performance across two generations. But by 2023, the R8 V10 Performance Spyder, like the one seen here, had become a farewell statement as one of the last high-revving, non-hybrid mid-engined supercars offered by a major manufacturer.

In the more potent Performance specification, the R8 Spyder benefits from Audi’s most aggressive road-going calibration of its V10, putting out 562 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque. Paired with Rear Wheel Drive, a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, and a sport suspension setup, this RWD Spyder at 3,847 pounds is heavier than the RWD Performance Coupe due to structural reinforcements, but both are lighter than their respective Quattro counterparts. Acceleration is still brisk, with 60 mph taking just 3.7 seconds and top speed sitting at 203 mph. The Spyder configuration adds another layer of theater, allowing the V10’s character to be experienced unfiltered with the roof that can be lowered in just 20 seconds at speeds of up to 31 mph.

 

This particular example, showing just 186 miles at the time of documentation, benefits from single ownership, a clean CARFAX, and the ultra-low mileage, reinforcing its collector-grade condition. Subtle personalization includes 20-inch Vossen forged wheels that work well against the red brake calipers, the carbon fiber side blade, and engine cover, adding some visual impact while preserving the car’s otherwise under-the-radar Mythos Black Metallic over black roof presentation. Inside, the stealth theme continues with carbon fiber trim on the dash, center console, doors, and the contrasting Ara Blue stitching on the seats, serving as a highlight. Audi's tried and trusted virtual cockpit, fully digital instrument cluster, and a Bang & Olufsen sound system wrap up the tech.

 

As Audi's top-tier performance lineup transitions away from internal-combustion halo cars and toward electrification, as hinted by the 2025 Concept C, the R8 V10 Spyder has rapidly gained significance as a last-of-its-kind supercar. With its naturally aspirated engine, open-top configuration, and rear-drive layout, this 2023 example represents the closing chapter of a glorious era,  making it increasingly attractive to collectors seeking a modern exotic with long-term collectability and historical relevance.