McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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By Tyler Rampersaud – May 31, 2022

Everything You Need To Know About The Lamborghini Aventador

With over a decade spent as Lamborghini’s flagship model, the Aventador built up quite the résumé. It’s in the process of taking its final bow, but thankfully the story of the Lamborghini Aventador has a happy ending. After more than a decade in production, the Lamborghini Aventador has been an object of desire and admiration for just about the entire car world. Its naturally aspirated V12 power, all-wheel drive, and stunning looks that have remained fresh, modern, and even futuristic to this day have made it a car that will live on in history as one of the greatest, most iconic supercars of its time. The Aventador had a long history, and in its time it had plenty of iterations and incredible special editions and one-offs, as well as rare cars that used the Aventador as a basis to build an entirely new model. Here, we’ll take a look at the entire history of the Aventador, from the original, all the way to the final Ultimae and the rare cars based off of the Aventador that give us a look at Lamborghini’s possible future. Lamborghini Aventador Production Variants Aventador The original Aventador sent shockwaves through the automotive world. Tasked with the responsibility of replacing the legendary Murcielago, the Aventador had to live up to the high expectations that the Murcielago left behind, and it surely lived up to them. The Aventador’s all-wheel drive and naturally aspirated V12 engine gave it the incredible performance to put it at the highest echelons of the supercar world, with an incredible 0-60 time that was under 3 seconds, and a quarter-mile time that rivals the greatest cars on the road. Along with that was the fact that the Aventador was one of the most comfortable and luxurious Lamborghinis yet, helping it not only carry the Lamborghini legacy but grow it. MSRP: $379,700HP: 690 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 2,593 Lamborghini Aventador Price, Specs, Photos & Review Aventador Roadster As we came to know with just about every Lamborghini roadster before it, the performance, luxury, and style of a Lamborghini go wonderfully with the wind in your hair. Featuring a removable two-piece carbon-fiber roof, the Aventador Roadster was easily able to let the sky in as you drove. Today, it remains one of the greatest open-topped cars to drive in the world, as even without the roof, it maintained the original Aventador’s incredible performance capability and prowess, as well as its composure on the road for varying driving situations. MSRP: $441,600HP: 690 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 1,075 Aventador Superveloce How do you get better than a mid-engined, V12-powered, all-wheel-drive supercar? You make it faster, of course. That’s what Lamborghini did to the Aventador when the Aventador Superveloce was introduced. It took the incredible DNA of the Aventador and squeezed even more performance potential out of it, by further improving the engine, and taking anything out of the interior and the car itself that wouldn’t contribute to incredible performance. While the luxurious Lamborghini quality remains, you can see the exposed carbon fiber monocoque of the car in various places, and the Lamborghini Aventador SV is just as fast as it looks. MSRP: $494,000HP: 740 horsepowerTORQUE: 507 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 141 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 600 Why You Should Buy A Lamborghini Aventador SV Aventador Superveloce Roadster Over 100 pounds lighter than the standard Aventador Roadster, the Superveloce Roadster blended the very best of both worlds of the Aventador when it was released, the unique experience of a roadster, and the laser-focused performance of the Superveloce. Even the engine, the beating heart and one of the most impressive components in the Aventador, wasn’t safe from being improved when given the SV treatment. It’s both lighter and more powerful, and in a roadster with no soundproofing and a carbon fiber monocoque, that’s an easy difference to feel. MSRP: $530,075HP: 740 horsepowerTORQUE: 507 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 500 Aventador S The Lamborghini Aventador, just like any Lamborghini, was never a car known to rest on its laurels, which is why the Aventador S was introduced in 2017, updating and evolving the Aventador to make it an even greater supercar than it already was. With the Aventador S, four-wheel steering was introduced to the model, along with LDVA suspension control, and a refreshed design inside and out, making for an Aventador that was more capable and configurable, and not to mention more powerful than ever. MSRP: $417,826HP: 730 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: ~ 2,000 Aventador S Roadster While the roadster variant of the Aventador S might not be as much of a performer as its coupe counterpart, there’s no way to deny that the formula of an open-top, mid-engined, V12 supercar that has mechanically identical improvements to the Aventador S is a winning one. The Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster is one of the greatest examples of Lamborghini’s ability to beautifully combine both performance and luxury to make some of the greatest Italian supercars the world has ever known. MSRP: $460,422HP: 730 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 3.2 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.7 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: ~1,500 Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster Price, Specs, Photos & Review Aventador SVJ Standing for “Super Veloce Jota,” the Aventador SVJ is an evolution of the SV, and based on the Aventador S, it features increased power and ruthlessly decreased weight, thanks to lots of carbon fiber and a titanium exhaust system. Along with that, the Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva system, or ALA for short and the evolved LDVA 2.0 system help reduce drag by 1% and improve downforce by 40%, resulting in the SVJ breaking the record for production cars at the Nürburgring by setting a 6:44.97 lap time. MSRP: $515,000HP: 759 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.3 seconds @ 136 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 900 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Price, Specs, Photos & Review Aventador SVJ Roadster Imagine the performance of the SVJ, except this time, it’s alfresco. What you are imagining is the wind in your hair as you let 759 horsepower and all-wheel-drive take you from 0-60 in an uncompromised 2.8 seconds, and eventually get you to over 219 mph. The performance, dynamism, looks, and legend status of the Aventador SVJ is something found in only a handful of cars ever made, and once you add all of that into a roadster, it becomes even more special. MSRP: $573,966HP: 759 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.4 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 800 Aventador Ultimae A car with a journey like the one that the Aventador has had for the past 11 years can only end on a high note, and with the Aventador Ultimae, Lamborghini made sure that the Aventador ended on the highest note that it possibly could. With even more power than the SVJ, the Ultimae is undoubtedly the greatest Aventador yet, and the greatest Aventador ever since in a bittersweet moment, it’s the last. MSRP: $498,298HP: 769 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.4 seconds @ 138 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 600 Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae Review Special Variants Aventador J Not long after the Aventador first came on the scene, the Aventador J, a roofless barchetta, was introduced at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The origin of the J is in the Miura Jota of 1970. In a convoluted twist, the name Jota comes from the Spanish pronunciation of the letter J, as the Miura Jota was built to conform to the regulations set out in the FIA’s Appendix J, which is all to say that the Aventador J was built with a racing spirit. Obviously, it lacks a roof, but also air conditioning and a radio (since neither would likely be able to do very much) to save weight. The car shown at Geneva was the only Aventador J to be produced, and it sold for an amazing $2.8 million. MSRP: $2.8 MHP: 690 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: N/A1/4 MILE: N/APRODUCTION NUMBER: 1 Aventador Anniversario Lamborghini celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2013, and part of that celebration was a limited edition Aventador with increased power. Other improvements throughout, as well as a model-specific Giallo Maggio color, set the Anniversario model apart as well. An incredibly rare edition of the Aventador, the Aniversario is a version of the Aventador that is coveted around the world to this day, and for very good reason. MSRP: $611,029HP: 710 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 200 Aventador Pirelli Edition After collaborating with Lamborghini and with many other brands to create tires that we know for being dedicated to the greatest performance, it felt quite natural for Pirelli to collaborate with Lamborghini on a special version of the Aventador. With a color scheme inspired by the Pirelli tires that wrap the Aventador’s wheels, the Lamborghini Aventador Pirelli Edition is both a rare and stunning Aventador and a beautiful collaboration between two legendary Italian brands in the automotive industry. MSRP: $504,635HP: 690 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 100 Aventador Miura Homage In 2016, Lamborghini celebrated one of the most important anniversaries of its existence, that of the Miura. Lamborghini’s and the world’s first mid-engined supercar, the Miura helped Lamborghini hit the ground running when it came to achieving permanent legend status. 50 years later, the Aventador carried its legacy with a very rare and very special edition that prominently featured a two-tone paint job that matched the one on the original car. MSRP: N/AHP: 690 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.5 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 50 Lamborghini Aventador Miura Homage Special Edition Revealed Aventador SVJ 63/SVJ 63 Roadster 1963 was the year that Lamborghini was founded, and 55 years after its establishment, the Aventador once again had the role of celebrating the important anniversary. This time, the incredible Aventador SVJ, as well as the SVJ Roadster, was given a new look that prominently featured the number 63 to represent the all-important year, and in the same vein, only 63 of each body style were made. MSRP: N/AHP: 759 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.3 seconds @ 136 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 63 of each Aventador SVJ Roadster Xago Edition Only ten of these incredible SVJ Roadsters were built, and it was done to celebrate Lamborghini’s virtual Ad Personam studio, which allows clients to personalize their Lamborghini from anywhere in the world. The hexagon, an important Lamborghini motif, is very prevalent in this car, and the fading hexagon patterns in the exterior took 120 hours to complete, with 80 hours needed to create the stunning interior. MSRP: N/AHP: 759 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.3 seconds @ 136 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 10 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster Xago Edition For Sale Lamborghinis Built on the Aventador Veneno Introduced in 2013 to celebrate the brand’s 50th anniversary, the Veneno is one of Lamborghini’s most expensive, rare, and extreme models. With a focus on racing and unparalleled speed, the Veneno features a dramatic look with plenty of bold details that improve aerodynamics and downforce, along with a smooth underbody for optimized airflow. Only 4 Veneno coupes were made, with 9 roadsters accompanying that had identical performance. Those who were lucky enough to get one of the roadsters were able to fully customize it to their specifications, while the coupes were all finished primarily in Grigio Metalluro. MSRP: $4 millionHP: 740 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.9 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.3 seconds @ 137 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 4 coupes, 9 roadsters Lamborghini Veneno Features And Specs Centenario In 2017, Lamborghini was hard at work creating the technology that would be featured both in the Lamborghinis we see today, and those that are still to come. The Centenario was a rare display of the innovations that Lamborghini was able to come with, as well as a beautiful, unique car that was sold by invitation to specific Lamborghini clients. Featuring wheels that used carbon fiber, rear-wheel steering, as well as a new infotainment system, those who were able to get their hands on one of 40 Centenarios made experienced the Lamborghini of the future years before it would come about. MSRP: $1.9 millionHP: 759 horsepowerTORQUE: 509 lb/ft0-60: 2.7 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.8 seconds @ 139 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 20 coupes 20 roadsters Lamborghini Centenario Price, Specs & Photos SC18 Alston An Aventador-based, racing-focused one-off Lamborghini, there’s very little chance that anyone will be able to get their hands on this car besides the person it was made for in the foreseeable future. It was Lamborghini’s first one-off car, and while it’s road legal, it serves as a show of force for Lamborghini once it gets on the track. With the Aventador SVJ’s power and highly improved aerodynamics and dynamism thanks to Lamborghini’s Squadra Corse division, the SC18 Alston is just as formidable and capable as it is rare, expensive, unique, and desirable. MSRP: $5 millionHP: 759 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: N/APRODUCTION NUMBER: 1 Sian FKP 37 The Lamborghini Aventador served as the basis for plenty of firsts for Lamborghini, and in the case of the Sian FKP 37, that was Lamborghini’s first hybrid car. “Sián,” meaning “a flash of lightning” in Bolognese, is an homage to the fact that it’s Lamborghini’s first hybrid, and it uses that hybrid powertrain to achieve over 800 total horsepower, and get to an electronically limited 220 mph. “FKP 37” stands for Ferdinand Karl Piëch, born in 1937, the late chairman of Lamborghini’s parent Volkswagen Group. It’s an incredibly rare and beautiful car that for its owners is an amazing piece in their collections, and for the rest of us is an exciting vision of Lamborghini’s future. MSRP: $3.8 millionHP: 808 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: 10.2 seconds @ 140 mphPRODUCTION NUMBER: 63 coupes, 19 roadsters 1-Of-63 Lamborghini Sian FKP 37 Delivered To Lamborghini Miami Essenza SCV12 The final naturally aspirated, purely V12-powered car from Lamborghini simply had to be one that stirred up a bit of fanfare, and there’s no better place to do that than on the track. The Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 had the responsibility of being that last pure V12 Lamborghini, and it’s a track-only masterpiece that features the most powerful naturally aspirated V12 Lamborghini ever made with 820 horsepower. As a matter of fact, the owners of the Essenza don’t even have the car in their own garage. It’s kept and maintained by Lamborghini in order to be ready for its time at racing circuits around the world, and it is even planned to be part of a one-make racing series. MSRP: $2.5 millionHP: 819 horsepowerTORQUE: 516 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: N/APRODUCTION NUMBER: 40 First Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 Delivered In The US SC20 Like the Aventador J before it, the Lamborghini SC20 is a racing-focused barchetta, with no windshield, no windows, and all performance. Based on the Aventador SVJ, it is even more ferociously track-ready while still being road legal, and while it’s made to be a dream car for just about anybody, it’s sole customer worked with Lamborghini’s Centro Stile and Squadra Corse departments to have the car specially designed and created from the ground up to meet their needs. MSRP: $7 millionHP: 759 horsepowerTORQUE: 531 lb/ft0-60: N/A1/4 MILE: N/APRODUCTION NUMBER: 1 Countach LPI 800-4 The Countach is undoubtedly one of the most important models in Lamborghini’s history. It has made Lamborghini a global household name for the iconic angular styling, scissor doors, and brash Italian supercar personality, and Lamborghini paid homage to that with a new Aventador-based modern take on the Countach. Featuring its geometric, 80’s-inspired design, and its dramatic side vents, it’s an ode to the legacy that the Countach created, and an inspiring look at Lamborghini’s future with a hybrid powertrain that previews Lamborghini’s journey towards electrification. MSRP: $2.6 millionHP: 814 horsepowerTORQUE: 542 lb/ft0-60: 2.8 seconds1/4 MILE: N/APRODUCTION NUMBER: 112 Lamborghini Countach Price, Specs, Photos & Review View All Aventadors For Sale

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 11, 2021

RM Sotheby’s Guikas Collection: 1975 Lamborghini Countach...

Presented by RM Sotheby's - When the Lamborghini Countach was first revealed as the marque’s flagship, replacing the iconic Miura, the supercar’s bold design drew widespread acclaim. On the first showing of the LP500 prototype at the Geneva Motor Show in 1971, it immediately set itself apart from its predecessor with its wedge shape and angular edges; such proportions had seldom been seen before. But the bold design of the Countach presented problems, as the car’s unique shape restricted visibility. As a result, Lamborghini devised a solution: a novel “periscope” mirror system. Known as ‘Periscopio’ examples, the first 157 Countach LP400 production cars are, like the concept, defined by the lowered section of the roof that neatly flows into a small sight window to give drivers extra rearward visibility. These cars actually use a more conventional rearview mirror rather than a true periscope, but the distinctive name stuck. The early Countach models retained this feature until the LP400 S was introduced in 1978, with Lamborghini dropping the setup in favor of a completely flat roof. The first LP400, and the LP400 S that would follow, shared the same engine: a 4.0-litre V-12 fed by six Weber carburetors. This example, finished in black over black leather interior, is understood to have been the 55th Countach made by Lamborghini. It was originally finished in red over black and later repainted to its present dramatic combination. Delivered new to a customer in Milan, the car was sold to its next owner in Bologna in 1977. It was exported to the United States that same year, where it was received by Auto Palace of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Walker Inman Jr. would own the car for 12 years; its next three owners were all based in California. During its time in the U.S., the dashboard of the Countach was autographed by Marcello Gandini, one of the designers of the car, at the California Concours in 2003. Paperwork indicates that over 2006 and 2007, the Lamborghini underwent around $60,000 of recommissioning work at Bobileff Motorcar Company in California, who rebuilt the engine and tidied up parts of the exterior and interior requiring attention. The car returned to Europe when it was bought by its next owner in Germany in 2007. The Countach was unquestionably one of the defining supercars of the 20th century, and early LP400 ‘Periscopio’ examples such as this are particularly appreciated for hewing the closest to Lamborghini’s bold original vision. The sale includes a Lamborghini Countach manual, license plates from a previous Italian registration, a spare wheel, and tool kit. RM Sotheby’s will present this vehicle as part of a single-owner collection comprised of 75 of the finest racing and road cars in the world, offered entirely without reserve. The Guikas Collection, to be sold at Paul Ricard Circuit in France in November 2021, presents pedigrees spanning from the endurance racing of the 24 Hours of the Le Mans to the world stage of Formula One and nearly everything in between. The collection of race cars will provide modern racing enthusiasts an introduction into virtually all vintage racing series worldwide, including GT and road cars that are equally impressive which offer a wide selection of Pre- and Post-War sports cars. View Listing

By Gabriel Vega – October 01, 2021

Watch Our 2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO First Drive

There is no better place to test out a supercar than on a racetrack. That's why I traveled to California to drive the 2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO at Willow Springs International Raceway. Be sure to check out the video embedded above to see a complete overview of the brand-new STO as well as on-track driving footage. I've also published an entire Lamborghini Huracan STO first drive article journaling my full STO experience. The Huracan STO is powered by the brand's now-iconic 5.2-liter V10, which pushes out 640 hp in this application. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission sends all of its available power to the rear wheels. Additionally, the STO has rear-wheel steering, a first for a rear-drive Lambo. However, the biggest story here surrounds the brand-new aerodynamic elements. Just above your head, you'll find a hood scoop that feeds cool air straight into the engine bay. Behind that, a shark fin helps stabilize the STO during high-speed cornering. However, the most attention-grabbing part is the manually adjustable rear wing, which can provide over 900 lb of downforce at 173 mph. At full speed, the STO can rocket to 60 mph in 3 seconds and continue up to a top speed of 192 mph. While the STO is unique, it isn't a limited edition. While its near $330,000 base price is nothing to scoff at, it's more than justified for the driving experience on offer. Browse Huracan STOs For Sale

By Edward Jones – October 01, 2021

The Lost Lamborghini Countach Has Been Recreated and Unve...

Lamborghini has rebirthed an icon after over 25,000 hours of work. The first Lamborghini Countach LP 500 was unveiled all the way back in 1971 at the Geneva Motor Show. Presented as the successor to the Miura, the Countach offered a drastically different design and would be the catalyst for a drastic change in the world of supercars. The very example of the Countach that was unveiled would then go on to sacrifice itself during crash tests and then disappear from the world in 1974. With such prestige, a discerning customer approached Lamborghini with the idea of recreating the original Countach that has been lost to the world. In charge of the recreation was Polo Storico, the branch of Lamborghini that's in charge of preserving the automaker's history. They swiftly began collecting data, including photos, notes, drawings, and even meeting reports. When work began on the car, they started with the platform chassis and then moved on to the bodywork. During the production phase, the team at Polo Storico used methods that respected the original methods when the original was created. For example, the sheet metal for the body was beaten down and then shaped by a "battilastra," a traditional Italian way. As far as the mechanical components of this recreation, Lamborghini either used original spare parts, restored components or just completely rebuilt them. The process for this 1971 Countach recreation was so in-depth that Polo Storico even worked with Pirelli to bring the original Cinturato CN12 tires back to life. Using images and documents from Fondazione Pirelli's archives, they were able to recreate the original 245/60R14 front tires and 265/60R14 rear tires. The team was so accurate that they made sure the tread pattern is the exact same as the tires fitted on the original reveal Countach. Last, but not least, Lamborghini used their archives to match the "Giallo Fly Speciale" paint perfectly. If you'd like to see the magnificent 1971 Lamborghini Countach LP 500 recreation, it will be on display at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. See All Countachs For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Edward Jones – August 24, 2021

First Lamborghini SCV12 Delivered in the US

The first track-only hypercar from Lamborghini has landed. O'Gara Coach has just announced that they have delivered the very first Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 in the United States. This new model from Lamborghini is a track-only hypercar that the automaker says is a direct descendant of cars like the Miura Jota and Diablo GTR. It's powered by a mean V12 engine that produces an astonishing 830 horsepower. As you can tell just by looking at it, the SCV12 is a purpose-built machine that takes aerodynamics seriously. It takes aero so seriously, in fact, it's capable of producing 2,645 lbs of downforce at 155 mph. That power and downforce combined with its lightning-quick and new X-trac sequential six-speed gearbox are all a recipe for a thrilling drive on the track. Naturally, the team at O'Gara Coach didn't waste any time getting the new SCV12 onto the track at The Thermal Club. Lamborghini Squadra Corse even came out with a full crew to help set up and run the car. They even brought out the white SCV12 that was on display at Pebble Beach to run alongside the example that was delivered. O'Gara Coach Inventory Image Source: @grubbsphotography via @ogaracoach/Instagram

By Edward Jones – August 13, 2021

Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Revealed: A New Hybrid V12...

The legendary supercar has finally returned. The new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 has been unveiled as a hybrid V12 hypercar that will, without question, take your breath away. Its design is clearly inspired by the classic supercar but with a modern twist. The end result is a new Lamborghini hypercar that is an instant icon. As mentioned before, this most definitely houses a hybrid V12 powertrain as the Aventador Ultimae was the final Lamborghini to be powered solely by a V12 engine. The 6.5-liter V12 engine produces 769 horsepower while the supercapacitor-powered 48-volt emotor provides an additional 34 horsepower for a total of 803 horsepower. With a monocoque chassis and body panels, all made of carbon fiber, the new Countach's low dry weight of 3,516 lbs means the power will go quite a ways in terms of performance. For the new Lamborghini Countach's design, hints of the classic supercar can be found throughout, especially in its silhouette. Upfront are two horizontal headlights, although flip-up heads are obviously not included. In the rear, an inverted wedge shade can be found with taillight clusters that are unmistakably mirroring the classic. There are also four exhaust tailpipes located down low, just like the original. Another design aspect that cannot go unnoticed is the side "gills" that mimic the classic Countach but are much more pronounced. These vents are also located on the doors, which are, of course, scissor doors. These doors open up to an interior that also takes design cues from the original Countach, like the geometric stitching on the comfortable-looking seats. Lamborghini will be creating just 112 examples of the Countach LPI 800-4, with deliveries starting in the first quarter of 2022. There will be a range of heritage exterior paint options available for the new Countach, including Giallo Countach and Verde Medio, as well as Lamborghini's modern palette of paints. See Countachs For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 07, 2021

Automobili Lamborghini Unveils The All-New Aventador LP 7...

The Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae. It takes time to become timeless. The Lamborghini Aventador continues to lead the way as the brand’s iconic performance-focused V12 powered supercar platform. With an array of renditions and special edition models, the Aventador is consistently being developed in pursuit of obtaining maximum power, aerodynamics, and stability. Automobili Lamborghini announces the Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae: a celebration of the iconic V12 super sports car and combustion engine in a final production model, concentrating the purest features of all Aventador editions into a perfect finale. The Aventador LP 780-4 harnesses the performance of the SVJ and intensifies the sophisticated elegance of the Aventador S, converging design and dynamism into a decisive collector’s piece in both coupé and roadster forms. The twelve-cylinder, 6.5-liter ‘Longitudinale Posteriore’ (LP) engine delivers 770-hp: 40-hp more than the Aventador S and 10-hp over the SVJ to its permanent four-wheel drive. The Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae celebrates the Lamborghini Aventador’s complex yet elegant lines and surfaces: the culmination of Lamborghini’s aspirated-V12 design legacy. Although pricing is yet to be released, a new palette of options for exterior and interior is created for owners of the 350 coupés and 250 roadsters numbered editions of the Ultimae, offering a refined yet dynamic, elegant yet distinctive representation of the last Aventador. Check back for more release information on the all-new Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae Roadster. View all current Lamborghini models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Lamborghini Aventador For Sale Media/Info Source: Automobili Lamborghini For more Lamborghini news, Check out Makes And Movements: Lamborghini Aventador SVJ x Graham Chronofighter Superlight Carbon

By Edward Jones – March 11, 2021

Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini Meets the Lamborghini Sian...

The Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini Edition motorcycle can thank its appearance to the groundbreaking Lamborghini Sian FKP 37 supercar. When designing the new motorcycle, Ducati took various aspects from the supercar and introduced them to the design of the bike in various ways. Take the wheels for example, which mirror the wheels found on the Sian FKP 37. If the owner of a Lamborghini Sian FKP 37 ever wanted a bike for their garage, the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini would have to be it as it matches the car so well in so many respects. In fact, you can see how well it looks next to the Lamborghini thanks to Lamborghini Miami who recently had a photoshoot of the two. In the images found in this article, you can see the motorcycle parked right next to the supercar. It's a pair made in heaven. These vehicles may be standing still on the showroom floor, but if they were opened up on the road, both would excite in their own way. Take the Sian FKP 37, which has a hybrid setup that's mated to a massive 6.5-liter V12 engine. Equally as impressive is the Diavel 1260 Lamborghini which is powered by the 1262 cc Ducati Testastretta DVT. This engine is capable of producing 157 horsepower and 9,500 rpm and 95 lb-ft of torque at 7,500 rpm. View Inventory

By Edward Jones – November 18, 2020

2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO Revealed: A Street-Legal Rac...

The success of the Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo EVO and Huracan GT3 EVO race cars is undoubted. And because of this, Lamborghini has decided to bring create what’s essentially a street-legal version of the race car to life, the new Lamborghini Huracan STO (Super Trofeo Omologato). This V10-powered supercar has all of the knowledge from Squadra Corse’s team behind it but can also cruise on public roads. Across the exterior of the Huracan STO are new components and features that aim to increase its aerodynamics and downforce, just like any race car. Upfront, Lamborghini’s engineers combined the bonnet, fenders, and bumper into one single piece, similar to the Miura and Sesto Elemento. The air ducts of the front bonnet increase airflow to the central radiator while the front splitter aids in the creation of downforce. See All Lamborghini Huracans For Sale In the rear of the new Huracan STO is where some of the most extreme aerodynamic components can be found. First up is the imposing adjustable rear wing with the double airfoil setup. Drivers can manually adjust this rear wing quite easily depending on their needs. Resting on top of the engine bay is a wicked shark fin that’s integrated into the revised rear bonnet. Lamborghini notes that this shark fin will aid in the supercar’s cornering abilities as well as straighten airflow onto the rear wing. When viewed from the top, the rear wing, shark fin, and slotted engine bay cover are a sight to behold. While creating each of these exterior components, Lamborghini ensured that they were not only lightweight but also rigid. Naturally, they went with carbon fiber. More than 75 percent of the Huracan STO’s exterior panels are comprised of carbon fiber. In the end, the Huracan STO is not only incredibly light but its aerodynamic efficiency is increased by 37 percent over the Huracan Performante, and downforce is improved by 53 percent. Powering the Huracan STO is a naturally-aspirated V10 engine that produces 640 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque. This power is sent to the rear wheels for a 0 to 62 mph time of three seconds and a top speed of 192.6 mph. That being said, it’s not the Huracan STO’s acceleration or top speed where it will shine, it’s on the track. Aiding the Lamborghini Huracan STO in its efforts on the track are three new ANIMA driving modes: STO, Trofeo, and Pioggia. The STO mode is meant for road driving and will be the go-to mode for everyday cruising. As for Trofeo, this mode will optimize all systems for the fastest lap times. Think of this mode as race mode. Then there’s Pioggia mode which is essentially rain mode as it optimizes all systems for wet asphalt. In the cabin where the modes can be selected is an interior that was designed with racing in mind. For the sake of weight, the sport seats are crafted out of carbon fiber, carpets were removed and replaced with carbon fiber floor mats, and even the door panels are made of carbon fiber. Just about everything is carbon fiber in the Huracan STO’s interior. Lamborghini also tapped Akrapovič for the rear arch that’s made of titanium allows and is 40 percent lighter than the standard stainless-steel arches. The new Lamborghini Huracan STO price is set at $327,838 with deliveries expected to start in Spring 2021. See All Lamborghinis For Sale

By Jordan Aquistapace – October 28, 2020

Wheels X Wardrobe: Spooky SVJ

The Lamborghini Aventador SVJ is the best example of thinking outside the box and pushing the limits within the automotive industry. The creativity of the design and performance separates itself from the traditional supercar realm. It’s the same way of thinking that goes into the thought of Halloween costumes each year. This week’s feature includes a style guide for what to wear when you are driving a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ during Halloween. Click the links below to shop the products included in the breakdown. The Breakdown 2020 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ MSRP $417,826 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT (Price Upon Request) Etudes Logo Patch Bucket Hat $85 District Vision Koharu Eclipse Sunglasses $281 Carhartt WIP Colewood Lightweight Jacket $345 Carhartt WIP Logo Patch Short Sleeved T-Shirt $34 Off-White Paperclip Chain Belt $537 Carhartt WIP Straight Cargo Trousers $128 Carhartt WIP Embroidered Logo Socks $56 On-Running Cloudventure Sneakers $150 Gucci Off The Grid GG Supreme Blindfold Wallet $353 Gucci Off The Grid GG Supreme Shoulder Bag $1,065 Master Dynamic MW65 BAPE Active Noise Cancelling Headphones $549 Vehicle 2020 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ MSRP $417,826 Shop Now Watch Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT (Price Upon Request) Shop Now Top Etudes Logo Patch Bucket Hat $85 Shop Now District Vision Koharu Eclipse Sunglasses $281 Shop Now Carhartt WIP Colewood Lightweight Jacket $345 Shop Now Carhartt WIP Logo Patch Short Sleeve Shirt $34 Shop Now Bottom Off-White Paperclip Chain Belt $537 Shop Now Carhartt WIP Straight Cargo Trousers $128 Shop Now Footwear Carhartt WIP Embroidered Logo Socks $56 Shop Now On-Running Cloudventure Sneakers $150 Shop Now Accessories Gucci Off The Grid GG Supreme Blindfold Wallet $353 Shop Now Gucci Off The Grid GG Supreme Shoulder Bag $1,065 Shop Now Master Dynamic MW65 BAPE Active Noise Cancelling Headphones $549 Shop Now

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