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Auctions, News

2004 Lamborghini Gallardo for sale

In 2004, the Italian supercar manufacturer Lamborghini introduced its best-selling car, the Lamborghini Gallardo. It was produced until 2013, and 14,022 cars left the production line. One of them, a 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo, is for sale.

The Lamborghini Gallardo is powered by a mid-mounted 5.0-liter V10 engine with 493 hp (368 kW) and 376 lb-ft (510 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox. It reaches 62 mph in 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 192 mph (309 km/h). The digital odometer shows 21,669 miles.

The car is in good condition and finished in Grigio Altair. It is equipped with HID headlights, side-intake vents, a speed-activated rear spoiler, tinted windows and taillights, dual exhaust outlets, matte blue-painted calipers with cross-drilled rotors at all four corners and a set of 19-inch Cassiopeia wheels wrapped in 235/ 35 (front) and 295/30 (rear) Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

Since the current owner’s purchase in 2015, the clutch has been replaced, the throttle bodies have been rebuilt, a Larini exhaust system has been installed, and the brakes are in need of service.

Inside, the heated electric seats are covered in a combination of black and gray leather that also covers the dashboard and door panels. The steering wheel is wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes a gated shifter, an Alcantara headliner, dual-zone climate control, and an infotainment system with navigation.

This Lamborghini Gallardo comes with driving gloves, car cover, tool kit and battery holder. It has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage.

The auction ends on December 4th and the current highest bid is $77,777 USD.

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Source: Bring a Trailer

News, Tuning

Manhart MH5 GTR based on the BMW M5 CS

The German tuner Menhart has once again shown that it is the best when it comes to upgrading BMW cars. Ahead of the arrival of the new generation BMW 5 Series, Manhart took the opportunity to present the MH5 GTR based on the current BMW M5 CS (Competition Sport) model.

The MH5 GTR is finished in dark green with a gray decal set on both sides of the car as well as the entire length of the body. It is equipped with carbon front and rear spoilers, MANHART stainless steel exhaust system with valve control, four 100 mm tailpipes, MANHART Variant 4 coilover suspension by KW Suspensions, and Race tailpipes without catalytic converters, OPF Delete replacement pipes with 200-cell HJS catalytic converters and a MANHART OPF/GPF Deleter available on request. It sits on 21-inch aluminum wheels wrapped in 265/30 ZR21 (front) and 305/25 ZR21 (rear) Michelin tires.

Inside, the original interior decorated with the Manhart inscription has been retained. The carbon fiber sports seats are covered in black and red leather while the steering wheel is wrapped in Alcantara. Black leather also covers the door panels and dashboard. In the central part of the dashboard there is a 12.3-inch infotainment system screen.

When it comes to the powertrain, the MH5 GTR is powered by a 4.4-liter biturbo V8 engine with 788 hp (589 kW) and 690 lb-ft (935 Nm) of torque. A significant increase in power was achieved by installing a carbon air intake and the proven MHtronik auxiliary control unit. For the record, the standard M5 CS has 635 hp (467 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque.

The performance of the MH5 GTR has not been released, but it is known that the M5 CS reaches 62 mph in 3.0 seconds with a top speed of 189 mph (305 km/h).

Source: Manhart

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News

Porsche 911 (996) Turbo with almost 700K miles on the odometer

There are many low-mileage cars that have rarely been driven by their owners. They kept them in garages and enjoyed looking at them. However, there are also those who like to enjoy driving their cars like Tom Thalmann who has covered almost 700,000 miles with his Porsche 911 (996) Turbo.

We all know that Porsche 911 models are popular and on the wish lists of many of us, but achieving high mileage is rare. Make no mistake, this car has seen some changes. On Apex Motorsport’s Facebook page, Thalmann’s friend Eric Kaul said: “They removed the engine at 383,000 to fix minor oil leaks and replace turbos, decided to break it down to look at internals, there were maybe two bearings with very light shadowing, rest if the engine was flawless, it was not what we expected to find but were glad when we did! These engines are well built and well engineered. Every valve was mic’d and met factory spec in every dimension, couldn’t believe it.”

According to the statements of most Porsche owners, the biggest problem for the engine, when it comes to high mileage, is the IMS bearings. However, Thalmann does not agree with that, because he only replaced the engine once, even though it was in good condition. It is the result of good car maintenance.

For Thalmann, a vehicle is not just a means of transport that will take him to his destination, it is more than that. It is above all love for the car and enjoyment of driving.

Source: Carscoops