The ABT XGT - The ultimate R8 race car Super sports cars are an
exciting and highly emotional world of their own. Only racing cars
can give you even more goose bumps. The limited to 99 units ABT XGT
is a thoroughbred Audi R8 LMS GT2 vehicle that the DTM racing team
and renowned vehicle tuner created as the most exclusive vehicle
that has ever left the ABT factory in Kempten. With its 640 hp
5.2-liter-V10 and 7-speed-S-tronic with rear wheel drive and a curb
weight of 3086 lbs, the racing machine is aimed at sporty drivers
and motorsport enthusiasts. While in some European countries the
car was even homologated for road-use, the US at least can enjoy
the entertaining nature of the XGT on racetracks across the
country. Together with long-term ABT partner Chicago Performance
the XGT is available in the US for racetrack use, limited to ten
units for North America, focusing on all drivers that love a
rewarding and especially rare race car.As a traditional racing
team, ABT Sportsline has contested more than 300 races in the
German Touring Car Masters ('DTM') since the year 2000, achieved
dozens of individual victories and over 250 podium finishes and is
currently the most successful active DTM team. The best
prerequisites for an ambitious project like the XGT. But it is more
than just a project: 'It was the challenge itself that spurred us
on to work on this unique complete vehicle. The XGT is the
quintessence of our heritage,' explains Hans-J?rgen Abt with pride
in his voice. Now 99 rolling chassis will be hand-built into
one-offs according to customer specifications.Anyone who has always
dreamed of sitting behind the wheel of a real racing car will get
their money's worth in the ABT XGT. Literally, because the XGT is
steered with a unique wheel that offers real racing feel. For
everyday usability, the fuel system from the street car was
integrated, the instrument cluster was modified and the handbrake,
central locking and even a reversing camera and immobilizer were
added.The control panel was upgraded by ABT as well and offers
electrically adjustable exterior mirrors, air conditioning and
indicators, while the special exhaust system fulfils Germany's
strict emission specifications. Of course, the focus was also on
safety: a complete XGT vehicle was used in the demanding side and
frontal crash tests, and all German government specifications
regarding brakes and noise levels were met in extensive tests.The
ABT XGT offers a real race car scenario and has completed thousands
of miles on the N?rburgring Nordschleife, the Sachsenring and the
Hockenheimring to find the perfect setup. DTM driver Kelvin van der
Linde, DTM driver and Scherer brand ambassador Ricardo Feller, ABT
Motorsport Director and racing driver Martin Tomczyk and Scherer
brand ambassador Frank Stippler served as development drivers.
Thanks to the dual-adjustable suspension with modified springs,
ambitious drivers can find their own perfect setup for every
racetrack.Customers can choose from four different color concepts;
even individual solutions and variants are possible thanks to the
handcrafted implementation. The price of the ABT XGT in the United
States starts at 599,000 Euros. This includes the importation into
North America ex-Chicago Performance and Tuning Co. Applicable
sales tax and/or any additional transport needs are not
included.*The performance specifications of the engine comply with
the requirements of EEC/80/1269. The procedure and the test bench
manufacturer have been verified and approved by the vehicle
manufacturer. At RH MotorCars, we're enthusiasts first. We want you
to enjoy your new car from the minute it's delivered and the
trailer door drops. Before a car leaves our shop, it's gone through
comprehensively, both visually and mechanically. We do more than
just kick the tires, though: We road test (if the weather permits
us here in Cleveland!) and polish it inside and out.We're proud of
our inventory and do our best in describing each example as
accurately as possible. As with all classic cars, it can be
difficult to know the true miles and history. Further, what one
person sees is a gem, another person might not. So before making an
investment, we encourage you to hire the services of a private
inspector for a third party opinion. After all, we want you to be
happy with your car for years to come!No matter where you'd like
your car shipped to, let us make the arrangements. We've shipped
cars all over the world. Delivering your new ride in an enclosed
carrier is nothing new for us. We'd be honored to arrange all the
logistics for you! Every car we sell, from Sunday drivers through
the rarest exotics, is meant to be driven-get out there!If you have
any questions before, during or after the sale, do not hesitate to
contact us. It's what we're here for! Call us at (440) 914-0000,
write to us at
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at 32300 Aurora Rd, Solon OH 44139. We're only 26 miles from
Cleveland Hopkins Airport so getting to our shop is easy!We welcome
any prospective buyers, their buyer's agents or inspectors from
Monday through Friday during business hours, as well as evenings
and weekends by appointment. We're car people who love what we do,
and you'll feel it from the first time you contact us. Give the RH
crew the opportunity to serve you: Our passion and attention to
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