thinking of buying this lambo. need advice.

djcttb · 07-25-2004, 10:01 PM

it was this or a ferarri. but you cant phase a lambo.
i see ferarris quite a bit im houston.

i think its beyond perfect.
as of now im the high bidder.
hope everything goes well.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2484828500

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OneArmedScissor · 07-25-2004, 10:03 PM

is this for you or for your family?

nice car!

SilverSpool · 07-25-2004, 10:06 PM

Srt-4

gregsatt · 07-25-2004, 10:09 PM

Too bad that at $91k the reserve still has not been met...

SnowmanFX · 07-25-2004, 10:11 PM

Wow, Just the music on the web page makes me want to bid on it.

LOL J/K that is a sweeet ride. Good luck man.

djcttb · 07-25-2004, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gregsatt

Too bad that at $91k the reserve still has not been met...

ya it sucks.
ive been in contact w/ the company for a few days.
they say that if im still the high bidder at the end w/o the reserve being met, we can work something out. but we'll see how that goes.

KevinHeist · 07-25-2004, 10:40 PM

droool

hellonwrxwheels · 07-25-2004, 10:42 PM

Too bad you don't sell those, huh Kevin?

KevinHeist · 07-25-2004, 10:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hellonwrxwheels

Too bad you don't sell those, huh Kevin?

oh god... life would be phat if I did!

Geoff · 07-25-2004, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djcttb

it was this or a ferarri. but you cant phase a lambo.
i see ferarris quite a bit im houston.

i think its beyond perfect.
as of now im the high bidder.
hope everything goes well.

And the advice you need is....what?

ThinkGlobal · 07-26-2004, 12:44 AM

Well you could just pick this up and have change left over

eBay This

djcttb · 07-26-2004, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geoff

And the advice you need is....what?

o ya. sorry.
any other recommendations?
i havnt driven any except a diablo and a viper.
i want a smooth exotic.

SilverSpool · 07-26-2004, 02:39 AM

Srt-4

HonduHunter · 07-26-2004, 02:45 AM

i can only hope that someday i may be stuck in a similiar dilemna...

Geoff · 07-26-2004, 02:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djcttb

o ya. sorry.
any other recommendations?
i havnt driven any except a diablo and a viper.
i want a smooth exotic.

Go to www.performancemotorcar.com - I bought my Subaru from them and did their computer network. They also sell used exotics. Ask for Butch. They're in New Orleans and should be able to help you find what you're looking for at a decent price.

collegedropout · 07-26-2004, 03:54 AM

There are more interesting and entertaining rides in the $90k range...

but if you can't own a Ferrari...might as well day the Lambo....

wcbjr · 07-26-2004, 05:04 AM

doesnt look like 4k miles, looks like the odometer is still in miles. i don't care what the seller says. the kph are in yellow, imperial numbers are in white.

H.K. Phooey · 07-26-2004, 08:17 AM

If you want a smooth exotic take 2 exlax and eat Tia food.
Buy an Sti unless your cool with $400.00 oil changes.
If you do buy it, can I come over and wash it and makes engine noises?

Slvr Surfr · 07-26-2004, 08:22 AM

Got Gas ??????

scottjua · 07-26-2004, 09:27 AM

Advice? Go drive some more cars if you're in the market for a car of this caliber or dollar level. You owe it to yourself be thoroughly researched as well. Make sure at least Ferrari of Houston can service it if there isn't a Lambo specific dealer there yet. Think maintenance costs, or talk to other Lambo owners to see if any of it is possible or worth doing on your own (If you're so inclined). 12 cylinder maintenance can be very $$$.

As for driving, the Diablo and a Viper are going to be similar in feel (power, accel, cruise), with the Lambo's footwell being even more cramped than the Viper's. But at least the Lambo has a dead pedal... well sort of. Visibility is better in the Viper. Parts are cheaper in the Viper. Pimp-ness... Lambo wins. On-track... no idea, but I don't see a whole lot of Lambo guys even at the track days for italian cars. I'm sure there are a few guys who track them, but if you like driving at the track check with other owners to see if the car can take it and what to expect.

You could check out the F355, but it'll feel rather sedate in terms of overall thrust compared to the other two cars you've seen/driven. However, it is much more liveable that either a Viper or Diablo.

I'd say just make sure of the history of the Diablo and if you get it, remember to pull over every WRX you see and give them a RIDE! ^_^

scottjua · 07-26-2004, 09:29 AM

p.s. There are decent F355s available for under 75K out there...

The difference in price there could be maintenance for a little while or even a fastAr car...like and SRT-4

Wheeler Bement · 07-26-2004, 09:52 AM

here is a suggestion,

you buy the car, and then let us drive it. and don't be affraid to auto x it, cone scuffs do rub off

LoriAngel · 07-26-2004, 10:01 AM

good old American muscle.

jamesohoh7 · 07-26-2004, 10:36 AM

Lottery winner?? Columbian Drug Lord?? Rap Star I've never heard of??

Good luck though. I'd second the suggestion that you at least go check out other exotics. The only Lambo I ever sat in (at a car show) was ridiculously uncomfortable and your feet were squeezed over into a cramped foot-well.
This was the old-school ones.. the Countach. I have no idea what the later ones are like.

-James

couldnthinkaone · 07-26-2004, 10:51 AM

....

07-25-2004, 10:01 PM	#1
djcttb Scooby Specialist Member#: 33522 Join Date: Mar 2003 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: sf/bay area, CA. Vehicle: 07 - the next big thing ;)	thinking of buying this lambo. need advice. it was this or a ferarri. but you cant phase a lambo. i see ferarris quite a bit im houston. i think its beyond perfect. as of now im the high bidder. hope everything goes well. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2484828500 * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

07-26-2004, 08:22 AM	#19
Slvr Surfr Scooby Newbie Member#: 59034 Join Date: Apr 2004 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Texas Vehicle: 2015 WRX White	2 words Got Gas ??????

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