Overview
The Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera is a rare variant of the 5.0 V10 Gallardo with only 618 being produced worldwide. Superleggera translating to super light in Italian, it is 100KG lighter than the standard model reaching 0-60 in 3.8 Seconds and onto 196 MPH. This was through many modifications unique to the Superleggera to take it into a class above the standard Gallardo. Weight reduction was accomplished with a polycarbonate rear window, thinner front windscreen and a catalogue of carbon fibre panelling throughout. Consisting of; engine cover, fixed rear wing, rear diffuser, under trays, side skirts, wing mirrors, single piece Sparco carbon bucket seats, interior door panels, hand brake, centre console with gauge cluster, and Superleggera door sills.
Power was increased by 11bhp to 523 Bhp and an RPM increase from 7500 RPM to 8000 RPM. This was achieved through reducing restrictions in the intake boxes to increase volumetric efficiency and less restrictive exhaust manifolds, partnered with an ECU remap. The drivetrain of the Superleggera also received exclusive updates to further reduce weight and parasitic losses. Consisting of; magnesium front differential housing, magnesium gearbox housing, Lightened front drive shafts, Lightened Prop shaft. Accompanied with unique suspension changes I.E.; Custom Front upright control arms, Bilstein sports shocks and springs, Speedline forged wheels, improved anti-roll bars, and 8 piston brake callipers front and rear.
This Example
Registered in July 2008 this 4-owner example has only 30,500 Miles and is 1/618 produced worldwide. The Nero noctis gloss black paintwork and bronze Speedline forged wheels give a distinct road presence. Attention to exterior detail is exceptional with a catalogue of carbon panels, carbon ceramic brakes, and custom exhaust system freeing the v10 symphony for all to hear. This is complimented by an Alcantara and carbon interior that translates the assertive feel to the occupants. This particular example covered over half its mileage in the first five years of life, having 17,500 miles by its 2013 service. Since then it has covered a few thousand miles per year, being brought out for special occasions.
