Is the Audi R8 V10 a good investment?

The thesis

The first-gen R8 V10 with six-speed gated manual is exceptionally rare—far less common than the R-Tronic. The 5.2L Lambo-derived V10 (525hp) is sonorous and characterful, and the manual gearbox elevates it into genuine enthusiast territory. UK pricing for V10 manuals ranges £45–85k depending on mileage and spec. The first-gen R8 is the last Audi supercar with a manual and naturally aspirated V10; Gen 2 R8s (2016+) dropped the manual entirely. Prices stable to firming, particularly for manuals. However, sits well below your budget floor, meaning you're not deploying capital into the highest-grade example your budget affords.