LP560 / LP550 / LP570 questions....
Discussion
I've been looking at a few different cars for a while now, and I was wondering if anyone knew the answers to a few questions I can't seem to find on search:
1) With a manual LP....how long does the clutch "usually" last and what's the cost of replacement? Is this much different to an e-gear car?
2) I've been looking at a manual LP550 (discussed in another thread). I like the idea of manual, but not sure if I'll get killed on resale if I bought it and sold it in a year (get bored quickly)?
3) Has anyone driven both the LP550 and LP560 - does the 550 feel much lighter? I'm test driving the 550 soon but never driven a 560 to compare. I've driven the R8 V10 and that was pretty fun but did feel "chunky".
4) With the 570 SL's - I heard if you smack a front splitter, it'll cost £5-10k to fix. Does that sound accurate? I live near some massive speed bumps, so that'd kill off that idea.
Any help appreciated
1) With a manual LP....how long does the clutch "usually" last and what's the cost of replacement? Is this much different to an e-gear car?
2) I've been looking at a manual LP550 (discussed in another thread). I like the idea of manual, but not sure if I'll get killed on resale if I bought it and sold it in a year (get bored quickly)?
3) Has anyone driven both the LP550 and LP560 - does the 550 feel much lighter? I'm test driving the 550 soon but never driven a 560 to compare. I've driven the R8 V10 and that was pretty fun but did feel "chunky".
4) With the 570 SL's - I heard if you smack a front splitter, it'll cost £5-10k to fix. Does that sound accurate? I live near some massive speed bumps, so that'd kill off that idea.
Any help appreciated
From experience...
1) Impossible to answer - how long is a piece of string? In three years with Lamborghini, I never once replaced a clutch because of wear on an 09MY > car. Reckon on £3K to replace but youll only need to do if you / previous driver treats it poorly.
2) Awesome but I wouldn't buy it from you. Only ever sold one manual 09MY>.
3) 550 is smoother somehow and has better steering feel. Id have either but from a commercial point of view Id take 4WD first. If the 2WD is great value, do it.
4) Sold loads, never replaced any but price sounds right-ish. Id be surprised if there was a car out there without lifting system. Gives 50mm lift and will clear any speed bump. Oh and Ive got one if you're really in the market?!
Dont hesitate to PM me if you want to talk about a purchase.
1) Impossible to answer - how long is a piece of string? In three years with Lamborghini, I never once replaced a clutch because of wear on an 09MY > car. Reckon on £3K to replace but youll only need to do if you / previous driver treats it poorly.
2) Awesome but I wouldn't buy it from you. Only ever sold one manual 09MY>.
3) 550 is smoother somehow and has better steering feel. Id have either but from a commercial point of view Id take 4WD first. If the 2WD is great value, do it.
4) Sold loads, never replaced any but price sounds right-ish. Id be surprised if there was a car out there without lifting system. Gives 50mm lift and will clear any speed bump. Oh and Ive got one if you're really in the market?!
Dont hesitate to PM me if you want to talk about a purchase.
I have driven all 3 and the below is just my opinion:
1) steering on 550 is lighter than 560 but is not as planted as the 560.
2) the racing seats on the 570 are pretty uncomfortable (for me anyway!) as the back does not recline.
3) as stated the lifting gear deals with speed bumps etc.
4) never had a problem with clutch on either manual or e-gear. drive it properly and you should not have a problem.
In my opinion the 560 will be a better resale than the 550 but I am no expert so I guess others will be able to give a better view.
1) steering on 550 is lighter than 560 but is not as planted as the 560.
2) the racing seats on the 570 are pretty uncomfortable (for me anyway!) as the back does not recline.
3) as stated the lifting gear deals with speed bumps etc.
4) never had a problem with clutch on either manual or e-gear. drive it properly and you should not have a problem.
In my opinion the 560 will be a better resale than the 550 but I am no expert so I guess others will be able to give a better view.
can only comment on the clutch thing, as this has been recently discussed....
they can last 20k miles upwards, even with enthuiastic driving....
the e gear is actually meant to be harder wearing on the clutch as it is more proficient at slipping it a low speeds...
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
they can last 20k miles upwards, even with enthuiastic driving....
the e gear is actually meant to be harder wearing on the clutch as it is more proficient at slipping it a low speeds...
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Edited by 70proof on Thursday 19th January 09:31
Going to drive a manual and an e-gear and see which I prefer - I've had PDK in the 911's and .....it's a great gear box, but I think I had more fun when I used to drive a manual. Might have just been because my first "fast" cars were manuals though and they shocked me a bit more, whereas after a while you get used to speed.
Anyways, off to see one tomorrow and will see a couple more next week. Thanks for all the help!
Anyways, off to see one tomorrow and will see a couple more next week. Thanks for all the help!
[quote=kbf1981]I've been looking at a few different cars for a while now, and I was wondering if anyone knew the answers to a few questions I can't seem to find on search:
1) With a manual LP....how long does the clutch "usually" last and what's the cost of replacement? Is this much different to an e-gear car?
2) I've been looking at a manual LP550 (discussed in another thread). I like the idea of manual, but not sure if I'll get killed on resale if I bought it and sold it in a year (get bored quickly)?
3) Has anyone driven both the LP550 and LP560 - does the 550 feel much lighter? I'm test driving the 550 soon but never driven a 560 to compare. I've driven the R8 V10 and that was pretty fun but did feel "chunky".
4) With the 570 SL's - I heard if you smack a front splitter, it'll cost £5-10k to fix. Does that sound accurate? I live near some massive speed bumps, so that'd kill off that idea.
Any help appreciated[/
Nice choice to have,the manuals are great click clacking through the box just adds so much to the experience IMO,I wouldn't worry about resale value,whatever you buy will depreciate like crazy,buy what you enjoy driving more .
1) With a manual LP....how long does the clutch "usually" last and what's the cost of replacement? Is this much different to an e-gear car?
2) I've been looking at a manual LP550 (discussed in another thread). I like the idea of manual, but not sure if I'll get killed on resale if I bought it and sold it in a year (get bored quickly)?
3) Has anyone driven both the LP550 and LP560 - does the 550 feel much lighter? I'm test driving the 550 soon but never driven a 560 to compare. I've driven the R8 V10 and that was pretty fun but did feel "chunky".
4) With the 570 SL's - I heard if you smack a front splitter, it'll cost £5-10k to fix. Does that sound accurate? I live near some massive speed bumps, so that'd kill off that idea.
Any help appreciated
[/Nice choice to have,the manuals are great click clacking through the box just adds so much to the experience IMO,I wouldn't worry about resale value,whatever you buy will depreciate like crazy,buy what you enjoy driving more .
Mr_C said:
How easy is it to turn a 550-2 into a 570-2? Is it just bolt on bits and a reflash of the ecu?
you could gain 10-20 bhp by fitting a decent aftermarket exhaust (and they are lighter so not so much weight to push around). Plus completely reversible when you come to sell it on.Had a test drive over the weekend. Thought's were that brakes / steering didn't give as much feel as the 911, but the sound, speed and look of it is just epic. Once you hit 4k RPM the engine barks at you. You couldn't floor it anywhere on the open road, it's just too fast and a little frisky at the back.
The car I tried is due a service. Anyone know how much a minor service is at a Lambo dealer?
The car I tried is due a service. Anyone know how much a minor service is at a Lambo dealer?
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