Audi U.K. celebrates Le Mans win with special-edition R8 V8 Limited

Audi is giving its U.K. fans a chance to celebrate the brand's 10th win in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June with a special-edition R8, the R8 V8 Limited.

The price? The equivalent of $150,277, which includes a bunch of taxes. Production will be capped at 100 copies.

An Audi spokesman in the United States said there are no plans to offer the package here.

The Audi R8 V8 Limited package rolls with Audi's 4.2-liter V8, rated at 424 hp, mated to either a six-speed manual or the R-tronic dual-clutch transmission. Inside, there is a navigation system, magnetic ride suspension, the Audi Music Interface and a Bang & Olufsen sound system.

The exterior gets specific alloy wheels and red-painted brake calipers. Options include a titanium-look paint finish and a carbon trim package.

By Dale Jewett