Audi R8: To be shown at New York street parade

Wow, what a great idea to promote the new Audi R8 and the new Audi Forum in New York. The Audi R8 is going to be shown in a street parade through New York. A must see if you live close.

There’s been much speculation on just when the Audi R8 will hit American shores. For customers eagerly placing deposits, the wait will take almost 12 months before cars appear in stateside showrooms, though those looking for an earlier peek at the car will take great interest in Audi’s planned grand opening for the newly created Audi Forum New York City.

In less than a week, on Wednesday October, 11, a spectacle will happen in New York City that should grab the attention of any self-respecting Audiphile and virtually any other auto enthusiast. The day will begin with Audi executive cameos planned for several national morning news shows in New York, followed by a truly remarkable occurrence. At just after 10:00 AM EST, a procession of Audis will parade down Park Avenue under police escort, led by the new R8, flanked by the R10 TDI racecar and a 1938 Auto Union Type D Silver Arrow. The three will finally followed by several other Audi models.

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Source: Fourtitude

Audi R8: To be shown at New York street parade

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