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itisme
January 24th, 2008, 15:43
On Audi USA you get a teaser of somthing very intresting. Speculations say, that at the superbowl Audi will show us an Audi R8 Spider in a commercial! So far, the countdown is running..

http://www.audiusa.com/audi/us/en2.html

here you can sign, to get a teaser of the commercial on 3th of feb

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http://rs6.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=6102&stc=1&d=1201189465

From the Audi Press Release

AUDI PUTS OLD LUXURY ON NOTICE WITH SUPER BOWL AD


AUBURN HILLS, Mich., January 22, 2008 – Audi of America Inc. will boldly declare its intention to redefine luxury in the automotive segment with its first Super Bowl ad in nearly 20 years, the company said today. The 60-second ad, which was inspired by the Oscar-winning film “The Godfather,” is critical to connecting with luxury vehicle customers. In addition to the creative content associated with the epic film, the ad features prominent placement of the Audi R8, the brand’s first mid-engine sports car.

Audi’s return to the Super Bowl was preceded by a record year for sales in the United States. The automaker sold 93,506 vehicles in the US in 2007, a 3.8% increase over the previous year. Audi selected “The Godfather” as a thematic foundation for its Super Bowl ad because the film expresses the idea of a new power rising in an established hierarchy.

"With record sales in 2007 and the launch of a host of new products in 2008, the Audi brand is at the single most exciting point in its history,” said Scott Keogh, chief marketing officer, Audi of America. “We chose ‘The Godfather’ to anchor our Super Bowl ad because, at its core, the film is about a struggle between old and new power. In precisely that fashion, Audi represents the rise of a new force in luxury.”

Audi’s advertising agency, Venables Bell & Partners created the ad, which was shot on location at the Fleur de Lys house in Los Angeles. The 60-second spot will air only twice on television. The debut will come in the first quarter of the Super Bowl, while a 30-second version will air the following day.

Actor Alex Rocco, who portrayed the character of Moe Greene in the first “Godfather,” will be starring in the ad. Audi last advertised during the Super Bowl in 1991.

On the day of the game, Audi guests who have previously opted-in on www.audiusa.com will have the opportunity to view the spot early on a separate, dedicated web site. That web site will also host additional footage from the filming and production of the ad.

Audi will support their Super Bowl ad with an on-the-ground presence in the game’s host city of Phoenix, AZ. Audi is creating a temporary installation of the Audi Forum, which currently exists in many of the world’s major cities, including London, Tokyo, Singapore and New York. The Audi Forum Phoenix will be a haven for VIP and celebrity guests, incorporating tailored programming and experiences throughout the week.

About Audi of America

Audi of America, Inc. offers a line of luxury vehicles that include the Audi A3 sport compact; the sporty A4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the high performance S4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the high-revving RS 4 sports sedan and Cabriolet; the all new S5 Coupe with 354 hp; the design-leading A6 sedan and Avant; the V-10 powered high performance S6 sedan; the Audi Q7 performance SUV; the new all-aluminum Audi A8 and A8L; the new S8 with V10 power; the all-new 2008 TT Coupe and Roadster models; and the all-new, all-aluminum R8, one of the most exclusive mid-engine sports cars in the world. For more information, please visit www.audiusa.com

AndyBG
January 24th, 2008, 15:50
R8 Tdi ... !

itisme
January 24th, 2008, 15:56
R8 Tdi ... !


I think it's V10... a commercial about a car that takes minimum 1 year till production might be unnecessary, I think...
Spider would be great!

KresoF1
January 24th, 2008, 16:00
R8 V10 or R8 Roadster.... I know the answer...

Leadfoot
January 24th, 2008, 16:14
I was reading something interesting in Autocar today regarding the R8v10 and the diesel R8, firstly the R8v10 which according to them is a 5.2Lv10 (unsure it they believe it's based on the S6 unit) with an output of 520bhp and body styling which should be similar to the R8TDi Concept. Secondly the R8TDi, they are under the impression that the v12TDi won't be built (silly boys) as the concept's 1000Nm torque is to much for the soon to be launched DSG (yeah you heard right) and instead Audi will chose to use the 4.2TDi currently on offer in other Audis but with the power increased to 360hp and 760Nm, this engine combined with the DSG they feel will offer similar performance to the current R8.

So to summarize, the V10 will look like the V12TDi concept, the R8 range will soon be offered with DSG and the diesel might only have a 4.2TDi instead of the v12TDi.

KresoF1
January 24th, 2008, 16:22
Oh, it good to know that my info was accurate.

Just one hint-R8 V10 will be only marginally different in exterior then current version. Side blades a la R8 V12 TDI and side skirts...
http://www.evo.co.uk/images/front_picture_library_UK/dir_458/car_photo_229056_25.jpg

BTW, I saw this matte black R8 V10 in person... Nice sound also...

Leadfoot
January 24th, 2008, 16:57
Oh, it good to know that my info was accurate.

Just one hint-R8 V10 will be only marginally different in exterior then current version. Side blades a la R8 V12 TDI and side skirts...
BTW, I saw this matte black R8 V10 in person... Nice sound also...

It's nice to see that Audi are choosing to make the R8v10 look slightly different and not only the side blade.

Regarding the matte black finish, would you not be tempted. ;)

RXBG
January 24th, 2008, 17:03
i keep thinking it'll simply be the regular R8. if this is how they are going to introduce a new model they would have to dedicate time to explain to the audience what they are seeing. otherwise the debut would be unappreciated and be lost with the distraction of the rest of the commercial.

RXBG
January 24th, 2008, 17:04
It's nice to see that Audi are choosing to make the R8v10 look slightly different and not only the side blade.

Regarding the matte black finish, would you not be tempted. ;)

from what i've gathered around "town", the lambo matte finishes intro'd in detroit will soon be made available on the R8. perhaps with the debut of the V10 along with new standard spec full-on LED headlights.

Damienr8
January 24th, 2008, 17:20
i keep thinking it'll simply be the regular R8. if this is how they are going to introduce a new model they would have to dedicate time to explain to the audience what they are seeing. otherwise the debut would be unappreciated and be lost with the distraction of the rest of the commercial.

I get what you are saying here man. However I would love to see the R8V10. The V12TDI didnt do much for me, I don't know why... The V10 is what I always wanted to see....the V10 Spyder.

AndyBG
January 25th, 2008, 01:12
In text it says: ''witness the start of a new era..."

I don't think that V10 in ''super car'' isn't any thing new, but on the other hand TDI ...

chewym
January 25th, 2008, 03:07
It will be a regular R8. It is not about the R8, it is about Audi vs. other luxury brands.

KresoF1
January 25th, 2008, 21:27
Just some very expensive ad...
http://www.usatoday.com/money/advertising/2008-01-17-audi-super-bowl_N.htm