Just Picked Up a Gallardo Spyder

[Rob]

Great choice! Next time I'm in LA I'd love to go for a drive in it. Enjoy it in good health and keep posting your ownership experience.

[subgraphic]

very well done!

[JustinCSVT]

FinancialLounge:

OldOyster is probably throwing a fit right now.

[YJGUY]

Hate to be a parrot but I think thats a great colour and I really like those OEM wheels too!

[BTM]

Just read the first 5 pages of that thread. It's why I stopped posting here almost entirely (not that exact thread, but you know what I mean). Congrats on the car

(and I know you said it's a street car, but you outta get it to a HPDE or at least an autocross to truly appreciate its capabilities)

[titleist1976]

Nice! Congrats! Weather in NorCal sucks right now. Any snow coming through Oregon?

[ModernMaven]

I remember the first thread too. Glad you realized your Lambo dream on this one. Beautiful car! Congrats!!!

[WeeTony]

thetopdog 1 - patrikman 0

congratulations on your position as tcl superhero...don't let us down.

[jamerican1]

Congrats man! So happy for you

[dieselraver]

congrats OP

[THE KILLER RABBIT]

love it man

[dcmix5]

You need to post in the "Super cars of TCL" thread you baller!

[Shmi]

I can't blame you for lack of pics as I would be out driving it every minute for weeks but... Damn it man! Post some more pics!!

[soarer]

Nice work, enjoy living the life. That exact car would be my choice of supercar if I could live with one.

Also interested in future first-hand ownership updates.

[NailsInOurBacks]

Very cool, congrats! You've got a coffee coming your way

[bigbwoy]

Got through as much of the previous thread as I could take, and I can truly say that I am so happy for you man!!! I'm glad you got what you wanted in the end.... and when all is said and done, that's what we all really want out of life.

You are really a cool guy for letting those kids be able to dream a little more vividly. I got a chance just to sit in a Gallardo a few years back and even that I will NEVER forget, so I know how much it must have meant to them.

Enjoy your ride to the fullest man! You deserve it!

[Peloton25]

thetopdog 1 - patrikman 0

Normally they would say the silence is deafening, but in this case it is really quite pleasing.

Sad that a guy who practically makes TCL his life can't apologize when he gets it all wrong.

>8^)
ER

[WhitePoloCT]

Normally they would say the silence is deafening, but in this case it is really quite pleasing.

Sad that a guy who practically makes TCL his life can't apologize when he gets it all wrong.

>8^)
ER

Sometimes people are so focused at pointing out the faults in others, they fail to recognise their own...

[PSU]

Congrats dude.

That's quite the purchase.

[samc]

Very nice car and obviously we're jealous as F. for working hard and playing harder.

[TooFitToQuit]

Love the color but not the trans choice.

My boss' '06 6-speed required a quart of oil every 600 miles per factory specs. Is yours the same?

[TheDarkEnergist]

A Member of TCL: Check
Owner of a Lamborghini: Check
Works in finance: Check
Lives in LA: Check

Somehow, you not being a complete a**hole is making my brain hurt. My sincere congratulations and well wishes on spending many amazing moments in that car. Drive safely, and keep on being the kind of car enthusiast I hope to be someday. With enough money to enjoy a car like that, and enough sense to realize that it shouldn't change your attitude and prevent you from letting other people enjoy it.

Bravo dude, now post up some more pics!

[Son]

Love the color but not the trans choice.

Aren't manual Gallardos really rare?

[sdpauly]

OP

also... MOAR PICS NAO!!!

[locobaz23]

The owner threw in a $500 detail for me for free because he knew I'd be driving it back to LA and he wanted to get a thick coat of wax on there to protect the paint. I can't emphasize enough how cool he is

the nicer the dealer, the more money they made off of you.

[dak125]

Nice purchase, congrats!

[nopal 6.0]

Congrats OP you sound like a really cool guy.

I prefer the coupe and obnoxious colors but yours looks so classy and sinister at the same time, once again congrats.

[TooFitToQuit]

Aren't manual Gallardos really rare?

Not that I'm aware of. This was an orange manual without nav.

[schmoopy]

Topdog is TOP DOG! You have my dream car, which one day I will have. Enjoy your baller TCL status

[6cylVWguy]

Congrats! Awesome car and I hope you update up periodically about what it's like to own and maintain such an exquisite vehicle.

[bpodlesnik]

Alright I'll be the first to say it, convertible Gallardo's are the worst looking Lamborghini, in my opinion. Also, not really sure why everyone is making a big deal about him letting a kid sit in it, I would hope anyone would do that if they were in that situation.

Anyways, congratulations on the purchase, now lets see some videos please.

[BTM]

Alright I'll be the first to say it, convertible Gallardo's are the worst looking Lamborghini, in my opinion. Also, not really sure why everyone is making a big deal about him letting a kid sit in it, I would hope anyone would do that if they were in that situation.

Anyways, congratulations on the purchase, now lets see some videos please.

Saying the "worst looking Lamborghini" is like ****ing the the "ugliest Victoria's Secret model." Given the chance, hell yea you would!

While not a big deal (and maybe comes off as tooting one's own horn a little in the first post, though it's clear OP's intentions were "in line" for lack of a better term), it's ALWAYS a good thing to promote appreciation for our interests to a younger generation that seems more and more aloof to cars in general. I know and see it first hand among my friends (who are a few years older than 19) - to them cars are either a status symbol, or a necessity, a basic appliance. One of my first car memories was one day, my dad said his friend was coming over who had a Viper. This was my all time favorite car. Not much later, 2 Vipers arrived, my dad's friend and one of his buddies. He asked me to go for a ride, and that ride cemented my love for cars. While I'm very fortunate to have been surrounded by people like this, "enablers" if you will, not everyone has this opportunity as close to them as I have.

Additionally, it's in the exotic car owner's code of conduct

Originally written by Joe Martz (nsxguy@RT66.com) in 1998 who has owned 2 NSX's plus several Italian exotics, the Code of Conduct has become a personal motto for many of us. Originally posted to the Ferrari list, it is worth repeating and living by.

1. My cars will always be clean and well presentable. I will ensure that my cars are in the highest state of mechanical condition and maintenance. Exotics are indeed rare, and to see one is a special experience. I have an obligation to present these cars to others at a high standard.

2. I will always be polite, courteous, and friendly. I will not talk down to or ignore anyone, and I will cheerfully answer all questions. Exotic owners wrongly suffer from a "snob" label. By actively and always countering this, I will strive to change this perception among all whom I meet.

3. Where feasible, I will encourage inspection and observation of my cars. If someone is clean and courteous, I will encourage them to sit in my cars. I will actively encourage photographs. In particular, I will encourage this among younger children. On occasion, I will offer rides to admirers under the appropriate circumstances.

4. With one exception (see 5, below), I will obey all traffic laws or local traffic customs. Especially, I will pass other cars only in marked, safe passing zones, and I will always respect traffic speeds and noise ordinances within city limits. I will always drive in a defensive manner to protect myself and my vehicle. I will not initiate nor will I respond to challenges to race my cars on open public roads.

5. Operating my cars as God, Enzo, and Ferruccio (or Colin) intended will occur only on open, rural routes free of heavy traffic or on appropriately designated race courses. On public highways, I will use my highest powers of observation and diligence to ensure that I place myself, my vehicles, and the public in no additional danger. I will be aware of the environment and road conditions, and I will not drive at excessive speeds on unknown or suspect roads. When approaching blind corners or hills, I will assume that an obstacle exists and will take appropriate defensive measures.

6. I will share my passion and excitement for exotic cars with others through community service and charitable events. I will actively seek out community organizations such as local police departments and schools and offer my cars for use in events such as DARE programs, homecoming parades, pep rallies, etc. Many communities have "Make a Wish" foundations for sick children. If given the opportunity, I will offer a day with myself and my cars to such organizations in an effort to brighten an otherwise trying life for someone less fortunate than I.

7. I will be honest and open with other enthusiasts, and I will accurately represent my cars to prospective owners and buyers. I will keep complete records, and I will always follow up with purchasers of my cars to ensure that they continue to gain maximum satisfaction and appreciation for cars that I have owned and serviced.

8. I will always have a smile on my face when inspecting, driving, or showing my cars to others. I will never forget how fortunate I've been to own such automobiles and I will constantly remind myself that the future is uncertain, and that today may be as good as it gets
(© Copyright 1998, Joe Martz. Used by permission.)

[PineappleMonkey]

Saying the "worst looking Lamborghini" is like ****ing the the "ugliest Victoria's Secret model." Given the chance, hell yea you would!

Additionally, it's in the exotic car owner's code of conduct

Originally written by Joe Martz (nsxguy@RT66.com)...

Agreed fully. Without people willing to share their knowledge on things we/I make my hobby, this would be an awfully boring forum.

[PineappleMonkey]

I wanted to say I hope you enjoy your Lamborghini experience as said in your earlier thread and if I'm ever in Socal, I'm hitting you up for a ride! :p

(and for all the haters gonna hate)

[nm+]

Alright I'll be the first to say it, convertible Gallardo's are the worst looking Lamborghini, in my opinion.

With the roof up. You don't buy one to keep the roof up.