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  1. darkhorse

    darkhorse Karting

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    #11251 darkhorse, Dec 18, 2011
    thank God.
     
  2. raymondQV

    raymondQV F1 Rookie

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    #11252 raymondQV, Dec 18, 2011
    Valtellina used to know where they are. Rico told me on a visit in Zurich.
     
  3. Wade

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    #11253 Wade, Dec 18, 2011
  4. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #11254 joe sackey, Dec 18, 2011
    Taffy,

    Considering they had no budget limitations, you are thinking exactly like Wolf & Dallara thought in late 1977 :)

    But we will have to find out to be sure..
     
  5. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #11255 joe sackey, Dec 18, 2011
    Vito Bratta tells me that he rented the white Countach for his White Lion video from the same gentleman who owned all 3 (white/red/black) and supplied them for the Rain Man movie.

    Hope that helps..
     
  6. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #11256 joe sackey, Dec 18, 2011
    Correct. The myth of 006, 148 & 202 having 4.8 liter engines, or having the same engine moved from car-to-car remains just that: a myth. However, Dallara Automobili was in the tuning business at the time and he mildly tuned anything that was sent to him, with the tuning restricted to the top end of the motor. Same with our former 1120056, and I thought it was a bit quick for an LP400..
     
  7. AxerJk

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    #11257 AxerJk, Dec 18, 2011
    I remember that video! I love White Lion, such an underrated band. I like their cover version better than Golden Earring's.

    Chris
     
  8. ken qv

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    #11258 ken qv, Dec 18, 2011
    I actually saw them in concert.. when they opened for KISS. LOL
     
  9. AxerJk

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    #11259 AxerJk, Dec 19, 2011
    Wow I am jealous! That must have been when KISS took the makeup off, yes?

    Chris
     
  10. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #11260 joe sackey, Dec 20, 2011
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    Its interesting to discover the existence if Countachs in far-flung places. This one is the only example on the Canary Islands (off the coast of North Africa) Tenerife registered TF.0690.BN
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  11. ilrglen

    ilrglen Formula Junior

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    #11261 ilrglen, Dec 20, 2011
    Which chassis number is that one?
     
  12. AxerJk

    AxerJk Formula 3

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    #11262 AxerJk, Dec 20, 2011
    It amazes me how many people don't like the Anniv. model. I think it is awesome. I love the work that Mr. Pagani did with that one.

    Chris
     
  13. joe sackey

    joe sackey Five Time F1 World Champ

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    #11263 joe sackey, Dec 21, 2011
    Unfortunately I don't know..
     
  14. joe sackey

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    #11264 joe sackey, Dec 22, 2011
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    Agreed. The Annivesario is not only the last-of-the series, significant in itself, but it is a total redesign that gives the car a flowing 'speed' theme. Problem is most USA examples still have the ugly DOT bumper and side-markers on so most are not used to seeing them as they should be seen.

    Added to that, the Annivesario by virtue of being the most developed version of the Countach is the best driving, most comfortable, best-handling & most reliable Countach bar none. Ask me how I know.. wait for the rebuttal by owners of other variants coming soon.

    Not to mention, its the best value-for-money in a Countach right now, I think.

    Below is the view you're most likely to get from another Countach :)
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  15. joe sackey

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    #11265 joe sackey, Dec 22, 2011
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    Annivesario's road manners are impeccable.

    Any Annivesario owners that have actually owned or extensively driven other Countach variants that agree?
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  16. LC3929

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    #11266 LC3929, Dec 22, 2011
    Recently sold, see http://www.kidston.com/

    A quotation from the same website:

    "The original Countach is a landmark supercar. Every significant collection should have one; every enthusiast should experience one."

    I could not agree more.
     
  17. roytoy2003

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    #11267 roytoy2003, Dec 22, 2011
    The View from the front of your LP400 Periscopa or Low Body Generation car properly adjusted....as it "overtakes" the 89-90 Countach..value for the money in the current market..could not agree more.
     
  18. Bradjohnston

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    #11268 Bradjohnston, Dec 22, 2011
    No Periscopa or Low body is going to overtake an Annivaerary car in any speed contest. Visually for sure..
     
  19. AxerJk

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    #11269 AxerJk, Dec 22, 2011
    I like the looks of an Annivesario much better than that of an LP400. The LP400 is exiting to see in person because it is very rare, but to me it looks like a very boxy wedge.

    Chris
     
  20. blown daytona

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    #11270 blown daytona, Dec 22, 2011
    I agree the early models do nothing for me....even at 1/2 the price of the QV & Anniversary's I would not buy one
     
  21. JeremyJon

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    #11271 JeremyJon, Dec 22, 2011
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  22. ApexOversteer

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    #11272 ApexOversteer, Dec 22, 2011
    Oh! It's a 'speed' theme. Makes sense. I always thought the theme at work there was "Hey strakes worked on the Testarossa, that is what we need for the Countach, but the Countach shall have more! Put them EVERYWHERE!" If it wasn't for the fuel fillers, you just know Horacio would have filled the door-duct with them too.

    Ok, I kid, I kid.

    The Anniversario might be the best driving and the most reliable but IMO it is ugly, especially in the rear, where the Countach's beautiful upturned tail has become just a block of incongruous lines badly intersecting each other.
     
  23. blown daytona

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    #11273 blown daytona, Dec 22, 2011
    I have the same magazine. Never drove a newer Lambo, so I cant elaborate. I can tell you the Countach is an experience. It connects you with its crudness. I love driving it!!! :)
     
  24. AIR4C 1

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    #11274 AIR4C 1, Dec 22, 2011
    Well put. I for one, appreciate the looks of the Anniversario at most angles more than I did my 84 CT. Driving is no comparison. Remember the Anniversario was to be the send off and very limited edition. Lambo put much into this car. I love it!
     
  25. Peter.Lazzari

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    #11275 Peter.Lazzari, Dec 22, 2011
    Guys,

    Lets put things into real perspective. please !

    IMHO, Horacio Pagani make a real balls-up of a unique artistic creation by Marcello Gardini.
    The rear wheel arches of the LP400 alone tell it all.

    The technical and esthetic evolution of the true Countach, thanks a lot to W Wolf input ( financial etc ) were very significant earlier, but you cannot really see an Anni as a real Countach, despite its virtues.

    Its esthetic vices damn it !

    To me, the Anni is a F******g mess ( from a purist point of view ). It looks like a kit-kar, regardless of its drivability 'virtues. etc.

    Puzza di Chrysler input before the Diablo ?

    Happy Hols to All and hoping Santa brings me an LP400

    Peter
     
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