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Discussion in 'United Kingdom' started by chaa, Aug 7, 2005.

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  1. chaa

    chaa F1 Veteran

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    #1 chaa, Aug 7, 2005
    What did ya think of the Murcielago spider tested. I liked it, pretty good section. But the hood/roof is crap, kinds of reminds me of the Barchetta roof.
    Also on right now on Sky one is a two hour special on films in cars, lots of great film cars including the "rock" and the 355 and Beuellers 250.
     

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  2. Badapple

    Badapple Formula Junior

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    #2 Badapple, Aug 7, 2005
    The roadster is just the dogs bollox, I think someone has made a carbon piece for a hardtop so you wouldnt have to worry about the roof
    Problem is the car isnt made for the uk at all
     
  3. Davey S1

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    #3 Davey S1, Aug 8, 2005
    I would still rather a Zonda Roadster to keep at my pad overlooking Monaco Harbour.
     
  4. Ade

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    #4 Ade, Aug 8, 2005
    Murci roadster - the sexiest car 'in motion'..... ever. On the move, with the air intakes in the up position, nothing can beat it.
     
  5. Nicola

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    #5 Nicola, Aug 8, 2005
    A nice car for a sunny day. I agree the roof is not sympathetic to our weather. That must give owners more of an excuse to take the car touring to sunny climates.

    Photogenic car, looking great from every single angle. :)
     

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    greghurst Formula Junior

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    #6 greghurst, Aug 8, 2005

    Same can be said about Nick Mason's Enzo in James Mays' engine sound sonata

    PS - James May in a new Boxster, i just cant get my head round that
     
  7. Dem

    Dem Formula 3

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    #7 Dem, Aug 8, 2005
    Koenigsegg CCR with the roof off would cane it's Audi ass! :D
     
  8. Nicola

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    #8 Nicola, Aug 8, 2005
    The Top Gear exhaust theme tune was funny/tragic.

    I did pick up a copy of the Top Gear magazine yesterday as it contains fridge magnets to create your own cool wall. I have laid out my selection of cars, but I am sure someone will re-arrange them.

    p.s. the Koenig thingy is not beautiful. Just interesting looking.
    http://www.koenigsegg.com/thecars/index.asp?submenu=4
     
  9. EK3R

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    #9 EK3R, Aug 8, 2005
    I'm with you there Dem - to me the Koenigsegg is by far and away the most desireable car out there.
     

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  10. Ade

    Ade Formula 3

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    #10 Ade, Aug 8, 2005
    Am I looking at the same pictures as you guys :D...... its UGLY from the side and PLAIN from the front. he he he just stirring :D
     
  11. Badapple

    Badapple Formula Junior

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    #11 Badapple, Aug 8, 2005
    I dont see why everyone compares it to zonda/koenigsegg, it £190K & as simonspider says a bargain supercar
     
  12. simon355

    simon355 Formula Junior

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    #12 simon355, Aug 8, 2005
    Yep that is true - for £175k where do you get looks, performance and history like it. Pricewise its like comparing a Clio sport to a Mitsubishi FQ 400 etc. Its fab value..

    And the new Murcielago Evolutioni is unbelievable, i've seen pics and it is much much more agressive looking. Front splitter a la Enzo, one single huge oval exhaust, round rear light clusters and 6.5 ltr V12 with 645bhp. Its lighter and should do 0 - 60 in 3 secs dead and 217mph top speed. I don't think it will be quite as fast as the Enzo but its still £190-£195K.
    A Mclaren Mercedes SLR for £350k or a murcie Evo for £195K? Theres no contest in my mind. Thats why i've got one on order. But then again i'm a little biased..
     
  13. Dem

    Dem Formula 3

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    #13 Dem, Aug 8, 2005
    No, you're right, but then that's what makes it so great!

    However, I have to admit that just listening to it idle is enough for it to get my vote as the greatest car out there today!

    And then there's the way the doors open............ ;)
     
  14. Dem

    Dem Formula 3

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    #14 Dem, Aug 8, 2005
    I don't disagree, but if you can afford £190k for a car, you're getting into the "if you have to ask, you can't afford it' realms............

    In my experience, the words 'value' and 'bargain' aren't too important when people can afford to spend £150k+ on a set of wheels! Me thinks more a case of, "I can have two of those instead of one of those!"......... ;)
     
  15. Ade

    Ade Formula 3

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    #15 Ade, Aug 8, 2005
    Have you got any pics you can post..... ?
     
  16. EK3R

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  18. Nicola

    Nicola Formula Junior

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    #18 Nicola, Aug 8, 2005
    Could someone please post piccies of the much better looking Murci roadster.
     
  19. Dem

    Dem Formula 3

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    #19 Dem, Aug 8, 2005
    Stunning!

    Beat that!

    (just need a .avi file of the doors in operation!) :D
     
  20. GrahamS

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  22. 400SPYDER

    400SPYDER F1 Rookie

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    #22 400SPYDER, Aug 8, 2005
    Glad to see the bad taste ejector seat got rid of the to$$er in the hat in the last pic :D:p
     
  23. GrahamS

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    #23 GrahamS, Aug 8, 2005
    I know . £190k car ruined by a £3 hat. Some people!
     
  24. steve f

    steve f F1 World Champ

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    #24 steve f, Aug 8, 2005
    yes and when did batman have a 355
     
  25. simon355

    simon355 Formula Junior

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    #25 simon355, Aug 8, 2005
    Jonny your PM box is full so I can't return your PM!

    Simon
     
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