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At the Essen Motor Show, Audi officially unveiled the new R8 LMS. It’s a GT3-spec motorsport racing car, aimed at privateer teams. The mid-mounted engine generates 500 bhps, and all power goes to the rear wheels via a six-speed gearbox. As you can see, the big carbon fiber front splitter, a gigantic rear wing, and a rear diffuser are all part of the transformation from road car to race machine. Customer deliveries begin in Autumn 2009, and the price is set at  €260,000 (plus VAT). - See the video after the break! -

Gallery: Audi R8 LMS

[Source: Autoblog]