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Old Feb 11, 2004 | 08:05 PM
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I think it looks amazing.
 
Old Feb 11, 2004 | 08:42 PM
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Is that an option? Or is that aftermarket?

That looks incredible!
 
Old Feb 11, 2004 | 08:59 PM
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It's an option. Costs $4030.00, I have the option/price list right here

Not going to get it on mine though. It may attract too many parking lot gawkers who insist on leaning all over the back of the car to see inside.

I could just imagine coming out of Best Buy to see some guy and his belt buckle/keys/cell phone rubbing up against the fenders of my shiny new Lambo to get a better look at that motor.
 
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simply amazing @_@
now i'm tempted to get that car...
 
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Is there any comment on if that car can be driven like a daily driver like the Turbo? What's the warranty?
Any reliability predictions?

Getting it over a Turbo if you plan on driving more than 2-3k miles per year just seems like an odd move. Now I could see getting it over a Ferrari since they are both delicate Italian jewelry (hehe had to throw in a jab).

Serioulsy, is it a good daily car? Or can it be? The warrranty will say a lot. What is it?
 
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24000 miles/2 years warranty I think...
 
Old Feb 11, 2004 | 10:30 PM
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24000 miles/2 years warranty I think...
This is correct.
Also I wish the engine was "prettier" to look at like the 360 engine, still looks great though.
 
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Not bad, but for the cost, it sounds like it is going to require Ferrari-like driving.
That's a shame. I wish they'd make one as durable as the 911 TT and then back it up.
 
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wow, that totally changes the car for me. an absolute MUST HAVE option in my opinion.

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Originally posted by NoMercy
It's an option. Costs $4030.00, I have the option/price list right here

Not going to get it on mine though. It may attract too many parking lot gawkers who insist on leaning all over the back of the car to see inside.

I could just imagine coming out of Best Buy to see some guy and his belt buckle/keys/cell phone rubbing up against the fenders of my shiny new Lambo to get a better look at that motor.
Funny you mention that...Two years ago there was a dark red Modena at the Best Buy here. I couldnt help but look at the engine. LOL
 
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I know a few people who albeit 'ordering' this option did not get it on their gallardos...it is/was still not available even though dealers had it in their order decks...
Also, anyone know how much the 'sport suspension' option is and if it is available yet??
 
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Also, anyone know how much the 'sport suspension' option is and if it is available yet??
It's not that much, I think around 2500-3000 USD.

It is about 15% stiffer Konis which makes a difference when racing/tracking the car.
 
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10 is still more than 8

 
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12 is more than 10...



But 16 is more than 12...

 

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I have done a ton of research on this car. I have found that this Lambo is "supposed" to be a true daily driver. The car has a very heavy Audi influence and the ultimate goal was to make this a reliable super car that can be driven every day. Most of the reviews I have read put the car right with the 996 TT as the two best/easiest daily driven supercars available.

Of course the 996 is proven and the Lambo is supposed to be ... we shall see.

The "Sport Package" is $1,995.00.
 
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