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What To Look For In Getting A Lamborghini Gallardo

Looking for a sports car with style? Prefer something Italian and rich? Automatically, many will recommend the Lamborghini. That flamboyant look is distinguishable for the past 50 years with their various supercars, all in the range of six-figures. In terms of a cheap Lamborghini and one that gets the basics of speed in, look for the Lamborghini Gallardo, which now has fallen down to a relatively high double-digit value. This V10 is perfect for first-time Lamborghini owners and this is a rundown of what to look for when searching and buying the Italian fighting bull, as the Gallardo is named after.

The Gallardo is Lamborghini’s most popular model, selling over 13,000 of them since its debut in 2003 and its upgraded versions since. What makes it likable? First, the Gallardo has a 5.2L V10 engine with an all four-wheel-drive. The car goes from 0 to 60 mph in less than 4 seconds and can reach a top speed of 202mph.The latest Gallardo’s have been named the LP-550, LP-560, and LP-570 and in two or four-wheel drive and coupe or Spyder styles. It has a six-gear transmission and its exterior has perfectly designed vents, headlights, taillights, and bumpers.

The more affordable Lamborghinis are four wheels, which is good since the Gallardo is much easier to drive rapidly in all types of weather. Space wise, there’s a small compartment in the front, a common feature in the Lamborghini, and hardly any room behind the seats, making it all engine and cockpit. If you’re not someone who handles big things, the car is perfectly fine. Just make sure to look for a car that hasn’t been under constant repair and customization. This leads up to what to look for in researching for a Gallardo.

First, get a private purchase inspection for a full history on the car. Then, in person take a close look for any leaks or oil residue from the engine, as well for any cracks under the front bumper, something that is more common people may not realize. With the six-speed, check the shifter to see if it’s also damaged, a result of aggressiveness; check the rotors after for any wear. Look at its service history, something the PPI should find, with oil and fluid changes, as well as lemons, something nearly common with the Gallardo.

The Gallardo’s lifespan ended in 2013 and was replaced with the Huracan. Still, the Gallardo remains Lamborghini’s sales leader against its successor as well as the classic Aventador. Prices vary for the Gallardo, but they can be bought somewhere between $50,000 to $125,000 compared to the $200,000+ for the other models. The Gallardo is basically sold at a bargain and it is a very modern car and very easy to drive. It’s basically the same as the others, so for first timers, this is a good start.