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Lamborghini has announced a new “Retail Finance Plan” of low-interest loans for its most exclusive vehicles on the market, the Murcielago LP640 Coupe and Roadster (model years 2009 and 2010). The supercar brand is partnering with Woodside Credit and Volkswagen Credit Inc. to provide alternative financing programs through authorized dealers in the U.S.

"The Lamborghini Retail Finance Plan allows enthusiasts to finance one of most exclusive cars on the road at a more competitive rate than ever before," said Pietro Frigerio, chief operating officer of Lamborghini’s American operations.

Qualified buyers with a credit score of...

Lamborghini has announced a new “Retail Finance Plan” of low-interest loans for its most exclusive vehicles on the market, the Murcielago LP640 Coupe and Roadster (model years 2009 and 2010). The supercar brand is partnering with Woodside Credit and Volkswagen Credit Inc. to provide alternative financing programs through authorized dealers in the U.S. "The Lamborghini Retail Finance Plan allows enthusiasts to finance one of most exclusive cars on the road at a more competitive rate than ever before," said Pietro Frigerio, chief operating officer of Lamborghini’s American operations. Qualified buyers with a credit score of 700 or higher will enjoy rates starting at 5.99%, a minimum down payment of 10%, low monthly payments and terms of up to 12 years. For those buyers with a credit score above 740 and making a higher down payment, the program offers a zero percent interest rate over a 60-month period. What this means is that despite the global financial crisis, it’s now just that much easier to own an exotic Italian supercar. Incidentally, helping to provide the credit is Volkswagen Credit Inc., the same group that filed a lawsuit against Lamborghini Orange County dealer Vik Keuylian for fraudulent sales, which you can read about by clicking here. Read More

German tuner JB Car Design specialize in building one-off, bespoke vehicles designed to meet individual client's every whim no matter how demanding they may be. JB Car Design even brags that it can rearrange a car’s entire cabin if a client so desires, but thankfully this option hasn’t been applied to the firm’s latest custom Lamborghini Murcielago ‘LP-640 JB-R’.

The extent of the modifications extends to almost every inch of the Murcielago. In fact, of the original Lamborghini only the doors remain the same--even the roof panel is changed. There’s a bolder, more aggressive front bumper, eye-catching...

German tuner JB Car Design specialize in building one-off, bespoke vehicles designed to meet individual client's every whim no matter how demanding they may be. JB Car Design even brags that it can rearrange a car’s entire cabin if a client so desires, but thankfully this option hasn’t been applied to the firm’s latest custom Lamborghini Murcielago ‘LP-640 JB-R’. The extent of the modifications extends to almost every inch of the Murcielago. In fact, of the original Lamborghini only the doors remain the same--even the roof panel is changed. There’s a bolder, more aggressive front bumper, eye-catching sills, a more dynamic rear, and a specially designed titanium sports exhaust system. Such a bespoke exterior appearance has to be matched on the inside, and luckily the tuning firm also has experience in this area. Rich leather and hand-finished aluminum accents abound, and little touches such as the specially engineered aluminum air vents reveal the extent that the firm goes to when creating its cars. Power upgrades range from about 710 to 750-horsepower, and are joined by a new F1-style steering wheel with a rocker switch for shifting gears. Other modifications include 20-inch Schmidt Revolution aluminium wheels and the aforementioned titanium sports exhaust system. Pricing for the conversion starts at more than €500,000 (approximately $738,348), plus a Lamborghini Murcielago, of course. Read More

Lamborghini recently launched its new LP670-4 SV, a car many believe to be the final evolution of the Murcielago platform--though a Reventon Roadster is also rumored to be in the works--so it’s not surprising to see test-mules for the car’s replacement lurking around the streets of Sant'Agata and Germany’s Nurburgring. This new Lamborghini will have some tough competition when it arrives as there are new supercar models in the works at rival brands Ferrari, McLaren, and Aston Martin.

While it’s still too early to speculate on the final specs, there are several crucial details we can gather from recent spy shots, as...

Lamborghini recently launched its new LP670-4 SV, a car many believe to be the final evolution of the Murcielago platform--though a Reventon Roadster is also rumored to be in the works--so it’s not surprising to see test-mules for the car’s replacement lurking around the streets of Sant'Agata and Germany’s Nurburgring. This new Lamborghini will have some tough competition when it arrives as there are new supercar models in the works at rival brands Ferrari, McLaren, and Aston Martin. While it’s still too early to speculate on the final specs, there are several crucial details we can gather from recent spy shots, as well as new reports coming out of Europe. One of the biggest changes over the outgoing Murcielago will be the adoption of the Audi R8’s aluminum spaceframe chassis as well as a carbon-fiber bodyshell. This means that the new model will retain the Murcielago’s mid-engine layout but be much lighter. According to previous reports, its wheelbase will be similar in length to the Murcielago but its overhangs, both front and rear, will be much shorter. Furthermore, as evidenced by the extended fender flares in these spy shots, it will feature a wider track. Mounted to each wheel of the test-mule is a RoaDyn torque sensor used to monitor the different forces and torque levels exerted on a specific wheel at different speeds. The data gathered can help engineers work out varying grip and traction levels in an effort to fine tune the vehicle’s all-wheel drive and suspension settings, plus ride characteristics. A big-cube V-12 engine will likely remain but the addition of direct injection technology should improve fuel-efficiency and power levels across the rev-range. In this way, engineers will be able to improve performance without having to boost power, the end result of which will be a much easier to drive Lamborghini flagship. The 670 horsepower and 487 pound-feet of torque developed by the latest Murcielago LP670-4 SV gives us a rough estimate as to what to expect. A dual-clutch transmission may also be offered to help transfer power to the four wheels. This may also be the first Lamborghini to be fitted with a hybrid powertrain, as well as fuel-saving engine stop-start and brake-energy regeneration technologies. CEO Stephan Winkelmann has already hinted at a 2015 launch for a hybrid Lamborghini and the new supercar’s expected 2012 release date puts it right on target to be the first green Lambo. [AutoExpress] Read More

The latest version of the Lamborghini Murcielago doesn't come from the factory. Maybe from hell instead? It's Reiter's newest race-ready version of the outgoing Lambo supercar, and it's headed for an FIA-sanctioned event next year.

The new Reiter Lamborghini LP670 R-SV has been shown at the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. Built to GT1 standards, the new version of the Murcielago is tuned by the racing specialists with a more powerful 6.5-liter version of the Lamborghini V-12 that produces more than 650 horsepower. The skin of the car is recast in carbon fiber, and aerodynamic improvements make it suitable for Formula One racing as well. It... The latest version of the Lamborghini Murcielago doesn't come from the factory. Maybe from hell instead? It's Reiter's newest race-ready version of the outgoing Lambo supercar, and it's headed for an FIA-sanctioned event next year. The new Reiter Lamborghini LP670 R-SV has been shown at the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. Built to GT1 standards, the new version of the Murcielago is tuned by the racing specialists with a more powerful 6.5-liter version of the Lamborghini V-12 that produces more than 650 horsepower. The skin of the car is recast in carbon fiber, and aerodynamic improvements make it suitable for Formula One racing as well. It weighs in at 2535 pounds after the modifications, before any race-required ballast is added. Reiter says their Lambo P670 is ready for the world's most popular auto racing league. While the FIA only allows 6 makes to compete, this version's being pitched for the GT World Championships. Read More

We've already seen much of German firm Reiter Engineering's work with Lamborghini models, such as this race-bred Murcielago R-GT model unveiled a short while ago. Now, the company has produced a more refined variant of the Murcielago R-GT, naming it the Murcielago Strada.

The Strada model is designed in the style of the race-spec Murcielago R-GT, and carbon-fiber is used extensively throughout the chassis to lighten the car - in fact, the front splitter, rear diffuser and rear wing are all manufactured from the advanced composite material.

Inside, Reiter Engineering has decked out the car with Alcantara and leather trim and custom... We've already seen much of German firm Reiter Engineering's work with Lamborghini models, such as this race-bred Murcielago R-GT model unveiled a short while ago. Now, the company has produced a more refined variant of the Murcielago R-GT, naming it the Murcielago Strada. The Strada model is designed in the style of the race-spec Murcielago R-GT, and carbon-fiber is used extensively throughout the chassis to lighten the car - in fact, the front splitter, rear diffuser and rear wing are all manufactured from the advanced composite material. Inside, Reiter Engineering has decked out the car with Alcantara and leather trim and custom designed sports bucket seats. Its designers claim the Strada features a look that more echoes a theme of "sporting elegance" compared to its brash sibling, the Murcielago R-GT. Meanwhile, the visually dramatic exterior is matched to a custom exhaust system that gives the Strada a unique sounding roar, and along with new suspension parts, a custom braking system and a new set of lightweight alloys, the Reiter Engineering Murcielago Strada will appeal to the driver who finds a regular Murcielago a little hum-drum but wants something a little more comfortable than the R-GT model. For those potential Lamborghini owners eying the new Murcielago 670-4 SV model, Reiter Engineering is also hard at work on a racing-bred model for the Murcielago's last curtain call - we should have more details as work progresses on that car.Reiter Engineering road-going Lamborghini Murcielago R-GTReiter Engineering Lamborghini Murcielago Strada Read More

Some of you may remember our story about the downfall of Lamborghini's star Orange County dealership, which was at one time responsible for selling one out of every twenty Lamborghini models in the world. Now that the court case of its owner Viken Keuylian has been wrapped up, with the crooked dealer admitting to defrauding Volkswagen Credit Inc. of between $6 million and $20 million, some strange details about his activities are emerging - including the fact that he sold a brand-new Lamborghini Murcielago LP-640 for just $60,430.

So why would anyone sell a car that retails for close to $400,000 for the paltry sum of just $60,000?... Some of you may remember our story about the downfall of Lamborghini's star Orange County dealership, which was at one time responsible for selling one out of every twenty Lamborghini models in the world. Now that the court case of its owner Viken Keuylian has been wrapped up, with the crooked dealer admitting to defrauding Volkswagen Credit Inc. of between $6 million and $20 million, some strange details about his activities are emerging - including the fact that he sold a brand-new Lamborghini Murcielago LP-640 for just $60,430. So why would anyone sell a car that retails for close to $400,000 for the paltry sum of just $60,000? Apparently to pay off debts from a number of failing side ventures, including other automobile dealerships, a vineyard and other commercial property. On top of the ridiculously under-priced LP-640, Keuylian also sold 53 other cars at massive discounts, many of them with over $100,000 taken off their price tags. Most of these cars were paid for with loans, but instead of paying back the loans from the proceeds of the sales Keuylian pleaded guilty to using the money to pay off his own personal debts. Most of the cars found their way into the hands of other auto dealers and auctions, and currently 14 of the cars have been impounded by the FBI pending further investigation. Currently, Keuylian faces a maximum prison sentence of up to 30 years - a far cry from his previous lifestyle as a supercar-owning, celebrity-shoulder-rubbing Lamborghini dealer. Read More