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VH_Supra26
10-01-2008, 08:37 AM
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Earlier this month Lamborghini surprised the automotive world by announcing plans to unveil a brand new concept at the upcoming Paris Motor Show. Following the announcement were the release of a number of teaser shots and plenty of speculation and early reports hinting at what the new model could be.

We can now finally confirm that Lamborghini’s new model will be a four-door saloon as previewed by the 2008 Estoque concept vehicle that will be on display at this week’s Paris Motor Show. The Lambo saloon will go up against premium four-doors currently being developed by the likes of Aston Martin and Porsche, and is expected to be first revealed in production trim late next year or in early 2010.

The new concept car measures 5.15m in length and is distinguished by its low profile, Reventon style front bumper and tail-lights, vented bonnet and LED elements. Inside, there’s space for four adults, LCD instrument panels, and a trunk with enough space for several golf-bags.

Under the front hood - unusual for a Lamborghini - sits the 560hp 5.2L V10 engine from the Gallardo LP560-4, however, Lamborghini has revealed that the future production model could feature anything from a V12 TDI to a V8 hybrid.

Lamborghini will reportedly build as many as 3,000 units per year - a tiny figure by the competition's standards, but a rather large increase in the carmaker’s yearly totals, nearly tripling its total volume. Inside sources have revealed that the Estoque concept is almost ready for production, and will likely feature a smaller engine than the current 5.0L V10 powering the Gallardo, with drive sent to all four wheels. Its platform will likely be an all-aluminum design shared with the next-generation Audi A8 but there will be enough unique features to ensure the Lamborghini remains a performance thoroughbred.

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grapedrink
10-01-2008, 08:51 AM
not sure if i like it or not yet, need to see actual pictures

VQuick
10-01-2008, 10:14 AM
Not bad. I think it'd definitely be the most aggressive of the new luxury sedans. The Rapide and Panamera won't even come close.

dark blaze
10-01-2008, 10:20 AM
Reminds me of the Aston Martin for some reason

eN_2_Oh
10-01-2008, 11:38 AM
id drive own that in aheartbeat, drive it till i flatlined

mtran
10-01-2008, 02:35 PM
holy fucking batman!

rene
10-01-2008, 02:38 PM
i just came. again.

winc281
10-01-2008, 03:50 PM
i like it...wwwaaaayyyy better than the porsche sedan

Replica
10-01-2008, 03:52 PM
There's something not working for me. I want to say it's too long for its styling.

mofoD
10-01-2008, 04:07 PM
i love it

VashThaStampede
10-01-2008, 04:09 PM
There's something not working for me. I want to say it's too long for its styling.

same here, reminds me of that ugly maserati

but overall, its not that bad

ThaJokaa
10-01-2008, 04:17 PM
4door???? is a no for me but still looks clean :thumb:

arkive43
10-01-2008, 04:18 PM
in that first pic from that angle it looks like teh new style american muscle cars ie: the charger or whatever :gonk:

i dont like it...

Drift Gangsta
10-01-2008, 04:33 PM
in that first pic from that angle it looks like teh new style american muscle cars ie: the charger or whatever :gonk:

i dont like it...
:rofl:

the first thing i noticed was the challenger-like rear :really?:

nice1_js
10-01-2008, 04:42 PM
Fcking sweet front
the rear could be better

Regardless, still one hell of a design for a sedan

Def. beats Porsche sedan

MoToHeAd125
10-01-2008, 04:52 PM
rear reminds of that piece of shit challenger.

s2krazy
10-01-2008, 05:06 PM
^^ same here the back looks like a american car

koolaider
10-01-2008, 09:48 PM
resembles a challenger or something

VH_Supra26
10-01-2008, 09:50 PM
i think it looks ok too me

eN_2_Oh
10-01-2008, 09:57 PM
:rofl:

the first thing i noticed was the challenger-like rear :really?:

in that first pic from that angle it looks like teh new style american muscle cars ie: the charger or whatever :gonk:

i dont like it...

rear reminds of that piece of shit challenger.

resembles a challenger or something

you gotta admit, they did pull off this form of sharp/diagonal styling alot better. the execution of perfection is present here, it flows really well.

VH_Supra26
10-01-2008, 09:58 PM
not sure if i like it or not yet, need to see actual pictures

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/10/56.jpg

MoToHeAd125
10-02-2008, 12:48 AM
so eager to see track vid!!!

eN_2_Oh
10-02-2008, 01:06 AM
damn, :eek9: its beautiful

JHizzleX
10-02-2008, 01:13 AM
:rofl:

the first thing i noticed was the challenger-like rear :really?:

same here...

the front is ok..and it wasnt a 4 door i had in my head..which is good

Mycah Leonhart
10-02-2008, 09:21 AM
The first EVER 4 Door Car I'd kill for to drive.

Hell I wish they had a coupe version.

ikonaccord
10-02-2008, 06:53 PM
they shouldve made it a two door, and brought back the muira

AznJoe
10-02-2008, 06:59 PM
doesn't screem Lambo to me. i think they should just stick with 2 door coupe's. and away from all this family bs

Doug
10-02-2008, 07:31 PM
I don't like the front end. Too aggressive for a sedan. Looks nice overall though.