2014 Audi GT3 R8 LMS Ultra

Year

2014

Make

Audi

Model

R8 LMS GT3 Ultra

VIN

AS42A0FGT3140519

Mileage

See Runtime Hours

Location

USA

Price

$190,000.00
Accepting Offers

Description

This Audi GT3 R8 LMS Ultra is the very last 2014 GT3 chassis sold by Audi Sport. After starting life as a Grand Am spec. R8 LMS GT3 the chassis was replaced by a team in California. Shortly after, it was purchased by Autometrics Motorsports in Summerville SC, where they rebuilt the transmission, it has only accumulated approximately 4,000 km since.

The Audi R8 LMS Ultra is a GT3 race car built for endurance events and customer teams, marking the last update to the first-generation R8 GT3 before the new model debuted in 2015.

Coming off the success of 115 race wins and 12 national and international titles over the course of three seasons of competition, Audi customer racing replaced the R8 LMS GT3 in 2012 with the launch of the much-improved R8 LMS Ultra.

The Audi R8 LMS Ultra was a dominant force in major events like the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, it was a two-time winner of the Spa 24 Hours plus class wins at Daytona and Petit Le Mans. It also competed successfully in various other series including the Blancpain Sprint Series, ADAC GT Masters and the 2014 Audi R8 LMS Cup running at Fuji Speedway, Sepang, and Shanghai.

It was the leading GT3 model from 2013 to 2015, prior to the introduction of the new 2015 model.

The development of the R8 LMS Ultra was largely driven by feedback received from the customer racing teams.

A new exhaust system was equipped with race catalytic converters. The mid mounted 5.2-liter V10 engine produced higher torque at lower engine speeds, delivering a power output of up to 570 hp, depending on BOP regulations.
Audi updated the transmission for endurance.

They enhanced its cooling package by incorporating a larger engine oil cooler and an upgraded transmission-fluid cooler. The hydraulic steering oil cooler was relocated from the front of the vehicle to the mid-section. Larger side air vents optimized airflow to the cooling system, while modifications also increased air supply to the front radiator and improved interior ventilation.

The R8 LMS Ultra also received several chassis improvements, such as enhanced front brake cooling, uniball joints in the transverse control arms, and Bilstein gas dampers.

It had new carbon fiber doors in combination with high-energy-absorbing crash foam both reducing the overall weight of the car and providing increased safety. The new PS1 safety seat developed by Audi became standard equipment.

Aerodynamic enhancements further support the updates introduced for 2012. The wider front hood featuring optional louvers, were subject to homologation regulations for specific racing series. The redesigned wider rear wing incorporating larger end plates. Extensive testing in the Audi wind tunnel resulted in a more effective wing position, maximizing downforce while reducing aerodynamic drag. Additionally, a newly engineered front plate with improved diffusion beneath the front end improved aerodynamic balance.

SERVICE HISTORY & MILEAGE:
Transmission: Approximately 3000 km runtime. rebuilt by AMS in December 2021
Engine: Approximately 12,000 km (10,000 km service was completed early at 9,000 km).
New engine mounts fitted
New power steering lines installed
New Pro Systems hats & Brembo brake rotors replaced December 2021
MCS Shocks fitted.
AP Master Cylinders replaced November 2021
Wheel Bearings replaced November 2021
Right Rear Upper & Lower Inner Monoballs replaced November 2022

SPARES:
1 Spare set of OZ wheels.
1 Set BBS Wheels.
Air Jack Wand.
Wheel Socket.

ACCESSORIES:
MoTec L120 Data Logger
MoTec GPS Antenna MGPS
Motorolla Digital Radio CM 300D
My Laps TR2 Transponder
Chillout Quantum Pro
AIM Smarty Cam 3 Sports ASC3
AIM Solo2 DLSolo 2
Yeti Drinks System
Gentex Rearview Camera System
Flagtronics FT200 System

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Engine:
5.2 liter 90-degree V10 dry sump, naturally aspirated, direct injection, DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder. Bosch Motronic MED 9.1.2 ECU
Power: 550 to 570 bhp Series BOP dependent with power adjustable via restrictors
Torque: Over 369 ft lbs.

Transmission:
6 speed sequential, rear wheel drive pneumatically actuated with driver operated steering wheel mounted shift-paddles. Racing clutch, limited slip locking differential, constant velocity joint driveshafts. Traction control.

Chassis:
Aluminum Audi space frame with bolted steel roll cage, carbon-fiber composite and aluminum bodywork.
Steering:
Servo-assisted rack and pinion
Suspension:
Independent front and rear double- wishbone, damper strut with Eibach coil spring and adjustable Bilstein dampers. Adjustable front and rear anti-roll bars

Brakes:
Dual circuit hydraulic. Front and Rear steel brake rotors. Race ABS.
Wheels:
O.Z. cast magnesium wheels, 11 x 18 inches front, 13 x 18 inches rear
Tires:
Michelin Front 27-65 R18. Rear 31-71 R18

Length: 4,475 mm
Width: 1,994 mm
Height: 1,195 mm
Dry weight: 1,250 kg (2,755 lbs.) approximately (excluding driver)
Tank capacity: 120 liters
Fire extinguisher: Audi Sport
Refueling system: Stäubli
Seat: Audi Sport customer racing PS-1

Performance Features:
12-position adjustable traction control (ASR)
Race ABS
Limited-slip differential
Enhanced aero package