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Old 01-15-10, 09:45 PM
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Unfortunately, the Lamborghini Murciélago can't last forever. Despite producing a number of special versions to keep it fresh, including the LP640, LP 650-4 Roadster and LP 670-4 SuperVeloce, Lamborghini will eventually replace its most super of supercars.

Our spy photographers have caught up with Lamborghini engineers testing what could be the Murciélago's replacement in Scandinavia. Rumored to revive the "Jota" nameplate, this new car appears to be similar in size to the Murciélago. We're told to expect a new direct-inject V12 engine producing around 700 horsepower and a lighter overall weight thanks to extensive use of carbon fiber and aluminum. All-wheel-drive is a given, though this time around Lamborghini may use a new system developed in conjunction with Haldex. As for what it look like, expect inspiration to come from the Reventón, another Lambo based on the Murciélago.
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Old 01-15-10, 09:50 PM
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Hmm, so instead of actually making a whole new car, it's just a new version of the old one ... that's not very Lamb of them ... DAMN IT VW GROUPE!
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lighter and more power, umm yum
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AWD and 700 hp ............ solid combination
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yum... the murcielago was the best overall (in looks, sound, performance) exotic imo. now, it gets even better..
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Originally Posted by Faymester
Hmm, so instead of actually making a whole new car, it's just a new version of the old one ... that's not very Lamb of them ... DAMN IT VW GROUPE!
maybe this is just a powertrain mule

i do hope they freshen up a bit although i still get excited when i see a lambo on the road knowing that beastly engine underneath and the audacious lines on the outside
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