LP550-2 v LP560 -4

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How does the LP550 - 2 compare with the equivalent 4 WD version ?

They don't seem to be that popular but are comparatively good value.

Any thoughts appreciated

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andrew said:

i wouldn't be at all surprised if the uk population of 550-2s is down in single figures

Is that good or bad ?

I know the 4WD is very surefooted but thought rear 2 WD is what the real enthusiasts lust for.

LP550-2 Spec suggests lots of technical changes versus the 4WD version but does that add to the experience or as your reply suggests means it not a very popular car

Wouldn't want to have a lemon I couldn't move on it a years time if necessary

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andrew said:

just an observation : i've never driven a '2

i suspect that in the short term it'll be a tiny, illiquid, market, but a super rare 2wd manual might be a good long-term investment. as long as you don't put any miles on it of course !

Thats kinda where I'm coming from.

In the Porsche world ( sorry I will wash my mouth out in a minute ) a GT2 is seen to be an iconic car based on the Turbo 4WD and holds its value incredibly well in comparison.

I know its not quite the same comparing LP550-2 with GT2 but I just wonder if they are a good buy.

For example Theres a 2013 one at HR Owen http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/l... that looks pretty good to me ?

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Whats the e-gear like on a 2012/13 LP550-2 car ?

2 WD and manual would be my preferred route but does anyone know how e-gear compares with ferrari F1 and Porsche PDK

It sounds from what I have read a bit agricultural ?

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70proof said:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N15v6CTcLN8

there is also an autocar and evo review on youtube..... never read a bad review....

Wow. Off to find myself a manual 2WD then. Got to be a good long term investment

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andrew said:

did you manage to find a car in the end ?

I did but it was a LP570-4 Performante in the end. I didn't think I would be able to extract the same degree of performance from the 2 WD version and there were no manuals out there.

Well chuffed with the new car and think it was the better choice for me on balance