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Fast Poll.(News)(Brief Article)
Despite the Murcielago Roadster's unmistakable looks and formidable 580-hp V12, many enthusiasts say that isn't enough to justify the Lamborghini's $320,000 price tag.
The Murcielago looks like a drop-top stealth fighter: funky, edgy and out of this world. But I've seen three coupes broken down on the roadside with the engine bay open and the owners scratching their heads. I'll keep my BMW M3 cabrio and the 250K in the trunk.
Eddie Schudel, McLean, Va.
It will no doubt offer a thrill ride unsurpassed in motordom. But the only people likely to buy one will be those at the top of the media pyramid, who are more concerned about spoiling their latest Beverly Hills coiffure than enjoying the experience of shifting at 7000 rpm.
J.A. McErlean, Farmington Hills, Mich.
I would have loved the Murcielago Roadster when I was in high school in the '70s, when we all thought the Countach was cool. Now, as an adult who can actually afford one, I just think it's ridiculous. I'll keep ...
- Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster debuts at the Geneva Motor Show.
- Press release article from: M2 Presswire March 3, 2004 700+ words
...Automobili Lamborghini: Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster debuts at the Geneva Motor Show...Lamborghini has unveiled the Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster, a derivative of the Murcielago...included the Miura and the Diablo, the Murcielago Roadster is a direct descendent of the coupe...
- Fast Poll.(News)(racing)
- Magazine article from: AutoWeek March 3, 2003 700+ words
...non-winged events. John Heyman, Wellington, Ohio As long as Speed Channel covers the WRC, I'm there. Kevin Shore, Hackettstown, N.J. CAPTION(S): Fast Poll respondents say they'll view F1 and CART more than anything else.
- Fast Poll.(various people comment on FIA's rules in automobile racing)(Brief...
- Magazine article from: AutoWeek February 17, 2003 700+ words
...akin to machine than man. Ferrari may be even more untouchable now that every team must turn in its high-tech weapons. Brad Richtsmeier, Cedar Falls, Iowa CAPTION(S): Fast Poll respondents most want to see F1 mandate manual gearboxes.
- Fast Poll.(News)(Letter to the Editor)
- Magazine article from: AutoWeek July 18, 2005 700+ words
...teams, the tire companies and the FIA have no one to blame but themselves. Don Roth, El Cajon, Calif. * * * Next week's Fast Poll question Mercedes breaks new ground with the R-Class to create what it calls a grand sport tourer. What do you think about...
- Fast Poll.(News)
- Magazine article from: AutoWeek January 10, 2005 700+ words
...with a good chassis, now it just needs to price the M right. KaPGuN, autoweek.com Combustion Chamber * * * Next week's Fast Poll question The new Chevrolet Z06 Corvette is finally here and ready for battle. What do you think of the new Z06? Will it be...
- Fast Poll.(Brief Article)
- Magazine article from: AutoWeek November 8, 2004 700+ words
...least it won't require the twisting and contorting a two-door involves. Andrew Luptak, Pittsburgh * * * Next week's Fast Poll question The information captured by black boxes has already been used in court as evidence after an accident. Is such action...
- Fast Poll.(News)(America waits for Alfa Romeo 8C)(Brief Article)
- Magazine article from: AutoWeek October 6, 2003 700+ words
...delight to drive. The Chrysler 300C Touring and Ford Visos make up the schrecklich. Dyck Poland, via e-mail next week's Fast Poll question Indy Speedway boss Tony George has talked about adding another race to the schedule. What series would you like to...
- Fast Poll.(News)(who will win the United States Grand Prix?)(Brief Article)
- Magazine article from: AutoWeek September 29, 2003 700+ words
...winning the Formula One championship as well as the Indy 500. Viva Colombia! Kris Wilson, Oakland, Calif. next week's Fast Poll question Formula One fans: Will you miss the Canadian Grand Prix, or is one North American F1 race enough? Include your...