Ferrari CS or Murci SV - what would you choose and why?

[Ffffaster]

Both last of their breeds in some ways, as arguable the last truly analogue cars from both marques (to me). I wonder what I would prefer? The CS sounds the absolutely business, but the Lambo is a V12 and the last "proper" Lambo where you had to keep it on the road?

[Leon R]

They were both paddle shift only weren't they?

Edit: Apparently you could get the SV with a manual but only 6 were ever made.

Edited by Leon R on Wednesday 10th February 13:28

[Ffffaster]

Yes, but the paddle-shifts are a long way from the silky items of today. They're not manual, appreciate that.

[jplpt]

A Murcielago SV costs 3 times more than a Ferrari Challenge Stradale.

[Ferruccio]

Murci SV a real keeper, especially given the numbers - 186.

(Last proper Lambo though, was an early Diablo!)

[TonyAM66]

Ferruccio said:

Murci SV a real keeper, especially given the numbers - 186.

(Last proper Lambo though, was an early Diablo!)

I agree entirely with both of those points.

IMHO, since the Countach QV, to-date, with the possible exception of the Diablo SE JOTA Edition, the Murci SV, with either manual or paddle-shift transmission, is the most collectable Lamborghini ??

[supersport]

I would really love a proper Lambo at some point.

The Aventatador doesn't do it for me. So it will probably be a Murci, love the looks and it is more modern than the Diablo.

For me then, it would be the Murci SV over the CS.

[911Thrasher]

CS anytime, had two, did close to 40kmiles in them...and i would have a third one if it wasn't for the kids.
Mine were parked outside in Central London, driven as semi dailies, loads of trackdays (service before each trackway) and lots of road trips (Spa isn't quite next door) and the mandatory big service per year.

Easy to use, easy to sit in, start and go...it just works

Slow by comparison to my 997.1 GT3RS i had before, but so much more fun and easier to have fun with.

ROCK SOLID and an Opera to kill for.

[AmoCS]

These might help your choice.

https://clubstradale.com/10-reasons-why-the-ferrar...

https://clubstradale.com/cs-reviews-t2028.html

https://clubstradale.com/ferrari-challenge-stradal...

[sandysinclair]

Purchase Cost doesn't seem to be an issue, however...... I will inform you about general costs . My car was a normal Murcie , manual 6.2 . Over the life of the car since October 2005 and 49000 miles it had £138k spent on it in servicing and breakdowns and repairs , excluding tyres and fuel and insurance warranty costs etc..expect a clutch to last between 1500 to 12000 miles depending on if you nail it in first gear constantly , It has a witheringly, back achingly uncomfortable ride , sitting on a pavement would be more enjoyable than 2 hours in an SV seat , but it does have the V12 masterpiece that will make you go clinically deaf inside a week . If that's what you need then this is absolutely the right car for you. Nothing on this earth comes close to a Murci for pure drama . It is however , exceptionally unforgiving of mistakes and I guarantee you , it will on multiple occasions try to kill you . And be prepared to be mobbed where ever you go .......So oddly the Ferrari is the more sensible choice Lol!! Good luck with whatever you choose

[AyBee]

Imagine the CS is the easier to drive on UK roads but I'd still probably take the Murci SV because it's so much cooler and would be much more of an event.

[Larry5.2]

I "have both". I say it like that because they are the std models albeit both modified for lightness (both approx -125kg) and noise (sport cats and pretty much straight through). I won't comment for investment potential, but to drive they are very different beasts.

The Murci has immense theatre - the doors, the glorious sound, the low slab-like view from in front. But, it is a big beast and you feel the weight lugging it about. It is fantastically quick with 0-60 in high-3s and I think 212 mph top speed but it is not a surgical instrument. Did I mention the awesome exhaust sound? :-)

In contrast you get into the 360, and it is so different... the seating position feels more forward, the steering feels go-kart like and it is so nimble. Great sound too but not a howling V12. It feels light and is a blast to drive quickly through turns - this is a precision instrument!

To put things in perspective I enjoy blasting the Murci between roundabouts on A-roads, whilst the 360 I use for bombing through twisty roads.

If it's attention you're after, the Murci wins, hands-down...

[rat rod]

Larry5.2 said:

I "have both". I say it like that because they are the std models albeit both modified for lightness (both approx -125kg) and noise (sport cats and pretty much straight through). I won't comment for investment potential, but to drive they are very different beasts.

The Murci has immense theatre - the doors, the glorious sound, the low slab-like view from in front. But, it is a big beast and you feel the weight lugging it about. It is fantastically quick with 0-60 in high-3s and I think 212 mph top speed but it is not a surgical instrument. Did I mention the awesome exhaust sound? :-)

In contrast you get into the 360, and it is so different... the seating position feels more forward, the steering feels go-kart like and it is so nimble. Great sound too but not a howling V12. It feels light and is a blast to drive quickly through turns - this is a precision instrument!

To put things in perspective I enjoy blasting the Murci between roundabouts on A-roads, whilst the 360 I use for bombing through twisty roads.

If it's attention you're after, the Murci wins, hands-down...

Sounds deliciously hard core, The perfect pair. Both must be a event but the Murci excites just talking about it.

[zedmtrappe]

911Thrasher said:

Easy to use, easy to sit in, start and go...it just works

Well where's the fun in that?

:-)


Murci gets my vote.

[911Thrasher]

zedmtrappe said:

911Thrasher said:

Easy to use, easy to sit in, start and go...it just works

Well where's the fun in that?

:-)


Murci gets my vote.

the fun? that you simply jump in it, drive to Spa (with headphones on as it's way noisy inside), track a full day, and come back the next day...without any issues. Job done

you get the magic opera, nicely weighted car, a kart to take around bends...what's no to like?

equally you can take it to run your groceries, and still enjoy driving around in a "race road legal" car

CS any time...it does start and doesn't break down

[Spindoctor]

sandysinclair said:

Purchase Cost doesn't seem to be an issue, however...... I will inform you about general costs . My car was a normal Murcie , manual 6.2 . Over the life of the car since October 2005 and 49000 miles it had £138k spent on it in servicing and breakdowns and repairs , excluding tyres and fuel and insurance warranty costs etc..expect a clutch to last between 1500 to 12000 miles depending on if you nail it in first gear constantly , It has a witheringly, back achingly uncomfortable ride , sitting on a pavement would be more enjoyable than 2 hours in an SV seat , but it does have the V12 masterpiece that will make you go clinically deaf inside a week . If that's what you need then this is absolutely the right car for you. Nothing on this earth comes close to a Murci for pure drama . It is however , exceptionally unforgiving of mistakes and I guarantee you , it will on multiple occasions try to kill you . And be prepared to be mobbed where ever you go .......So oddly the Ferrari is the more sensible choice Lol!! Good luck with whatever you choose

Think I’ve seen your big yellow beast around Herts/Beds a few times - wonderful sight. And sound. Does the past tense mean you no longer own it? Where do you go after a Murcie...?

[WCZ]

i'm unsure, I love them both so much.

[sandysinclair]

Spindoctor said:

sandysinclair said:

Purchase Cost doesn't seem to be an issue, however...... I will inform you about general costs . My car was a normal Murcie , manual 6.2 . Over the life of the car since October 2005 and 49000 miles it had £138k spent on it in servicing and breakdowns and repairs , excluding tyres and fuel and insurance warranty costs etc..expect a clutch to last between 1500 to 12000 miles depending on if you nail it in first gear constantly , It has a witheringly, back achingly uncomfortable ride , sitting on a pavement would be more enjoyable than 2 hours in an SV seat , but it does have the V12 masterpiece that will make you go clinically deaf inside a week . If that's what you need then this is absolutely the right car for you. Nothing on this earth comes close to a Murci for pure drama . It is however , exceptionally unforgiving of mistakes and I guarantee you , it will on multiple occasions try to kill you . And be prepared to be mobbed where ever you go .......So oddly the Ferrari is the more sensible choice Lol!! Good luck with whatever you choose

Think I’ve seen your big yellow beast around Herts/Beds a few times - wonderful sight. And sound. Does the past tense mean you no longer own it? Where do you go after a Murcie...?

Hahah Yes that was me and if it was in Herts then it would be have been being driven either to or from Pangbourne after one of its many many breakdowns Where too after the Murci...I don't think there is anywhere you can go other than another Manual Murci or properly go retro old school and a 250swb from GTO Engineering . None of the new stuff interests me in any way shape or form .

[Its Just Adz]

SV all day, just look at it!

Plus it's a crazy car even for Lamborghini.

Did a few miles in a CS and couldn't see the appeal.

[Bunsen]

Unusual comparison.......never the less, the 670SV wins by miles, and i have had both , still have the SV which i think says it all