If money is not an issue for you, and you are absolutely desperate the get an Audi R8 here is your chance: Audi of America and Bergdorf Goodman will auction a customized AUDI R8 as a part of Bergdorf Goodman's 2007 Holiday catalogue. The customization of the auctioned Audi R8 will be made by the architect and interior designer Tony Chi. The proceeds above the $160,000 starting bid from the auction will be donated to the winner's charity of choice.
Scott Keogh, chief marketing officer, Audi of America, said: "Partnering with a like minded premium brand like Bergdorf Goodman was a natural choice for Audi,"; "The Audi R8 is proving to be one of the most sought after cars this year. We’re certain that this stunning car and charity it supports will make many people happy this holiday season."
The Audi R8 is powered by a 420 hp V8 4.2 liter FSI engine and rear-biased quattro all-wheel drive system. If you manage to win you will not only be one of the first Audi R8 owners in the United States - you will be an exclusively designed Tony Chi R8 owner.
Some of the work of Tony Chi includes the interiors of the Park Hyatt Shanghai (2008), Museum shop and Avus restaurant at Audi Forum Ingostadt, and Skylofts Las Vegas.
The sealed-bid auction will take place between November 16 and December 14 and the bidding starts at $160,000. The bidding is limited to one per person and the proceeds above the starting bid will be donated to winner’s charity of choice. Call 866-510-BGR8 or visit audiusa.com/r8 for complete details.
