Drove my first Lambo!

Boy was it ever fast, the throttle response amazing. Its my bro's car and he's had it for a year, and it was only my 2nd time in it Its an 03 Murcielago. After driving it, I couldn't believe how quiet my 996 cab was compared to that. We decided to have a little fun and ran side by side while moving in 2nd gear and punched it. I have to say he didn't smoke me, but when i switched to 3rd at 7k, it seemed like i was standing still when he just kept going. He didn't even get to third when we let off. At that point I think we were around 70 miles. Here's a pic of his car!

wow! That is a monster right there. Very nice - your bro is a lucky man.

I always thought that these cars look great in print, but when you see one in person, on the road, there is nothing like them!

I don't like the headlight shape!

Awesome car...that'd make my day to be able to drive one of those...

Lovely, but we all know you shouldn't be drag racing your Porsche. LOL!!

One thing I can say, its a person magnet. Doesn't matter if their old, young, or hot :P Everywhere we stopped, someone is coming by to ask questions or take pictures. I listen to my bro answer their questions, and he's like abrupt. I ask him why, and he says if he doesn't he can't get anywhere.

Would never buy a lamborghini... crap reliability, way too much attention. Poseur car IMHO.

Misinformed people say the same thing about your car.

Nothing to do with the price?

300K - would buy a used carrera GT. ... or 65 356, 68-70 911, 997S, and GT3. (not in that order)

rcg, Lambos have come a long way since Audi took over. Lambos are still hand built, but they're hand built the same way every time now with much, much better components now. Some people go so far as to complain about the fact that so many parts are stolen from Audi now.. Justin

Great story. Thanks for sharing. I'd love to take one for a drive. They are definately people magnets. I think about it parked in front of my office instead of the P-Car. The P-Car is pushing it a bit, a Lambo would be completely outrageous.

I don't like the wing mirrors - does it have any cup holder?

This is one of the ultimate cars : Italian heritage, German reliability and Belgian design (I studied with Luk Donkerwolcke, the designer). Have a friend who owns a Gallordo and recently was lucky enough to check out a Murci Roadster. These cars are in a differnt league, they are true exotics, unlike our run of the mill Porsches. I'd take one in a heartbeat over my car. I'm a financially conservative guy though and only pay cash for toys. So Lambo will have to wait for nother decade Sorry to see some of the lame reactions above. Together with the Zonda I consider the lambo a true personification of the ultimate dreamcar. And yeah - let's not forget about Koenigsegg

I actually like the looks of the Gallordo better. I know it's not as expensive or powerful, but man is it a good looking car. I'd love to have one.

I second the Gallardo. It's a little smaller and seems more practical. "Practical" might be a strong word here, but it sure is a sweet car.

The Gallardo looks refined. The Murcie looks mean and muscular

What's up with the pumpkin look... the Lambo needs to get some clear sidemarkers! Eric?? Other than that quite a nice ride, would love to drive it!

LOL yeah what's up with no clear side-markers! Everyone knows those are mandatory.

No No, Troy... You can't park that outside your work place! The trucks will then just roll up and over it this time! (Sorry, just kidding!) Very Nice indeed. I've seen lots of those at the hotel garage where I work.

the gallardo is probably the only other car right now I would upgrade my cayman to... probably in the lime green or orange

Congrats... nice car... I wish I wish ... I had TWO!

Wow. great looking Murci. I feel the same as some of the above folks re: the gallardo. IMO the gallardo has got to be my all-time favorite from a strictly aesthetic perspective.

Great car and great appreciation for craftsmanship and engineering. Can't believe some of the neg responses. Glad you enjoyed the ride - life is too short!

you can bitch whatever you want .....the lambo Murc... is a KILLER!! Looks, performance and OH did I mention LOOKS!!! Poseur car??? WTF.....the car is so fast and so mean looking. ....and I don't really think that when you are able to own one you really care much about maintenance...I wouldn't. The gallardo is nice. ...see them here everyday in the OC in SOCAL......but not as nice as the Murc. Ofcourse I wouldn't say no to a Gallardo either..untill then...I have to stick to my little P, I guess it's better than a Honda Prelude.

I own both a 996 and Gallardo. Two totally different cars but fun. Both very reliable.

Don't fret, you'll take him in the twisties. lol

Fast and sexy, what more could a man ask for? I�d give my car and my left nut (it�s smaller) for a car like that even if it doesn�t have clear sidemarkers.

I would swap my GT3 for either the Murc or Gallardo any day.

if i had the money... i'd buy it... but i would get the GT first........... Gembella Mirage GT.....

I can appreciate all fine auto's and think the Lambo was one of my first lusts with P-cars. I was just infomed this week that a biz associate just purchased a 07 saleen s7 twin turbo for 768k out the door! Wow-seems a little crazy but we are going to meet soon and check it out- I will post pics and a descriptive post.

Yeah, I thought the '05 and '06 Saleens were going for $400k-$500k, but who knows, the '07 model might be completely different.

He told me the twin turbo was 700K plus tax and the reg. saleen was 400-500k- cant wait to check it out though.

I guess I better just get two then...now if it was $700K INCLUDING tax, I'd get three.

Of course when I told the wife that we were going to meet for lunch and check out the car and what it cost ect. she went off why he wouldnt build a school for poor kids or something- I guess if I ever have the cash for a car like that I am going to have a hard time getting her to let me part with it

You guy's realize that a used Gallardo is only 135,000 on a lease they are 1300K very affordable. Don L Leasing has one for 1350K a month. Plus you get a reliable Audi...

What about RMS ???

how reliable are the lambos? not DD right?

I think you mean $1350 not $1350K.

You are correct.

Excuse my ignorance of Italian cars but are the Lambos better than Ferraris ???

I like the Murci much better than the Gallardo which is just way to hardedged for me. And I know everyone on this post would take a Lambo. Part of the problem is that many of the people who get them act like poseurs, but the cars hardly are. But frankly, why not get the 'new' original guts with a teutonic shell? Yes, I'm talking about the Audi R8. Saw one in their showroom on Park Ave the other day. Holy moly! The car is frighteningly seductive, has a sleek understated by elegant race appeal, huge air intakes which just look awesome, and a very low slung stance. Yes, I'm ashamed to say it, but Audi's performance in LMP1 is definitely having an impact on me. I could definitely add the R8 to the fleet. I guess the true question is: R8 or 996 turbo?

Love your Gallardo. In the sun, that pearl yellow is just plain jaw-dropping.

That's all personal opinion. Ones not worse than the other. I personally prefer Ferrari, but I'd consider both if I was looking at cars in that range since I like both brands.

i'll take any car over $100k without protest.....

I was checking out a Merci Roadster last weekend. That thing was absolutely beautiful. What a mean looking thing. Can only imagine seeing it come down the highway. Apparently a Blazer just bought it. Not that I could afford it. Used it was still around $360k.

not even a comparison... the lambo murc is seriously hollywood. i mean it's like walking thru the mall as the latest american idol 5-mins of fame on tv dude (911) to cruising with your entourage as 2pac (murc)