Sam, having owned one of these, I will tell you that car, even today is AWESOME. It turns like it is on rails. Lots of CF and given that it was a limited model, continues to hold its values in the US. Thumbs up from me.
You are a legend. Been following you since the Giallo Orion Aventador. I think you were the only youtuber with a lambo, with maybe Robert Himler (RIP).
Sam, you’re definitely a step above in your quality all around. But my man! I think the substance of this review is so spot on. And unique! I’ve seen a lot of SL content. You’ve changed my perspective on this car and era, totally get it! Great work man
This car is marked “sold” in the dealers inventory. Thank you Sam for making a great decision! I can’t wait for the spectacular content to follow with this car 👍🏼👊🏻👌🏼✌🏼
Must have changed his mind or there are 2 identical cars for sale www.thesupercarrooms.co.uk/car-details/lamborghini-gallardo-superleggera-for-sale-UF04 Kinda high priced though unless there's an Eric Clapton value to it but it's missing the carbon fiber interior package and the carbon ceramic brakes, should be around 105,000 Euro with that mileage.
I bought an orange one 6 months ago , had an exhaust made , converted it to rwd and put some trofeo R ,s on it with a custom tune . It’s now magical as is the sound ….oh the sound and the flames
im currently having a preLP Gallardo with manual box. Its a great car!! Just get one you wont regret it. 2 of my friends moved from Ferrari to Gallardo and they loved this so much!
I got stuck in a traffic jam on the M25 when my wife was 7 months pregnant. That was fun. Worth it for the roads in the Cotswolds at the other end though
This is also one of my favourite modern classics, I like the timeless pinsharp styling as opposed to the Huracans jelly mould type of styling . These will become highly collectable in years to come , produced in very limited numbers and they weren't churned like the huracan performantes were , I would " buy the dip " before they rise , they will become the lamborghini equivalent of the Porsche 2.7 RS. Nice provenance on that particular one too, bonus. ! 👍👍👏👏
I have an LP560-4 Spyder in Giallo Midas. Fantastic car with that screaming V10 and roof down :) Also use the supercar rooms for my service and maintenance, great bunch of guys and highly recommended.
Sam: A low down force wing on a Gallardo doesn't make sense like a GT3 RS with no wing. Porsche 911 GT3 Touring: Am i a joke to you? Porsche 911 Sport Classic: Hey what about me?
Had the pleasure of driving one of these for a week x 2 times back in 2012 as part of being a member of a Super car Club that was based on pay a yearly fee and you had 20 plus supercars to use whenever. What a fabulous experience this machine it is. I actually owned a R8 V8 at the same time and it left it in the shade for the experience. Remember closing the drivers door and it always sounded cheap and horrible with a rattle and clank from the carbon fiber door card(obviously the cost is the opposite) and the seats were hard and oh dear the egear was emotional and rough,but the trick was to full fuel lift just before the change in a nano second and then plant it again. I would own one in a heartbeat if my wife would let me as it ticks all the human senses boxes and emotions in multiples times 10. Never driven a car that made you a instant rock star so much back in 2012.It was a absolute magnet. Drive a Porsche now and a bit older and really happy with my lot.
STG goes local. Drive the World has arrived in my village. Not only did you film in the street where I work but also the street where I live. I thrash my Cayman GTS on that very road. Great content as usual Sam. Keep up the good work. Cheers.
I own this car in black. We are a small club, only 8 RHD left in the country. It’s the most fun you could ever have and will beat anything on a track due to its corner handling. It’s a rare find as none of us ever sell and a great investment. Buy it!! Happy to answer and questions if you want to contact me x (NO TO MARK 2 💀)
I don’t know how you only have 490K subs while that’s a lot but the cinematography of your videos on top of the cool cars and great reviewing blows my mind should be a easy million subs
MK1 Superleggera !!!! I love this car !!! In addition, the sound is incomparable. this car is currently underestimated. Is at least as cool as a Scuderia. Sound certainly more special.
The Lamborghini Superleggerra was my introduction to performance cars when I was 12 years old. My mom traded some Disneyland tickets for a charity in exchange for a Lamborghini ride to my school dance. The owner took the VERY long route to my school which I could walk to in a just a few mins and made sure it was the most memorable Lamborghini Demo ride ever. Showed no restraint to the throttle and made sure to show off the braking performance. I’ve been a gear head ever since. The only difference was the yellow stitching on the seats. Other than that this spec looks completely identical.
My neighbor & good friend @godspd07 has a Mark 1 strait-piped gated-manual and I’d say the Gallardo is one of the best Lamborghini’s to own as a real car. Love them and that SL is beautiful Sam! 🙌
This would be massive not just for your channel but your level of content is unbelievable. It would be amazing to see Lamborghini content but with the film quality of yours. Dont get me wrong Paul makes good Lamborghini content but none on RUclips has the high quality of filming than you do so to see Lamborghini content even better the Mk1 Gallardo Superleggera would be incredible. Would love to see you take it to the Selvio Pass that would be the best video content not just on RUclips but ever. I would love to see you in this car. Incredible video as always 👍
That sound is just silky smooth, I don’t know that make any sense but I really do love the way it sounds, I think Gallardo aged very well, still look modern, so it looks great, sounds amazing I think you should get one straight away.
I shot a house here in Australia and they had a Superlegerra in the colour of this one but with black wheels. Plus, their driveway lifted up and there was a JetSki underneath, so there’s that.
Sam from one bald headed 360 owner to another 👍🏻it’s Ferrari all the way but if your gonna go for a Lamborghini and I’m seriously considering one my self I think go for an early hurricane totally up to date looks handling and build quality which would give you that extra little bit of luxury and I believe there coming down in price nice ones out there for around 120k ! Great channel mate 👍🏻
The Supercar Rooms is literally a stones throw away from me! They do open days/car meets from time to time where they get some of the cars out. You should totally come to the next one, if/when they start doing them again! You should also totally get the Superleggera!
Good for you, Sam, for trying something new. I drove a Superleggera along with a 458 Italia at a Las Vegas exotics track experience a few years ago. I came away raving about the 458, and feeling *blah* about the Lambo. Whereas the 458 felt razor-sharp and immediately responsive, like an extension of your mind/body, the Lamborghini felt dull and slow to respond to inputs, like driving a truck. Maybe that particular example was just in rough shape?
Sam, it's all good buddy! The Gallardo is one of the nicest Lambos of all time, and it is the very best way to initiate yourself into Lambo ownership. Buying the Superleggera is first step flexing my friend. This would be a great car to add to the garage, Sam. However, you are correct in stating that if you were to go 'all-in', you may find that down the line this year, other goal possibilities maybe affected. On the upside, Gallardo's will still be available down the line as well. Decisions, decisions!
Sam, after owning a gallardo with Larini exhaust for about 5 years in Singapore, I’m here to tell you, just get it. It’s one of my biggest regrets to export the car. It was one of the few cars that put a smile on my face and really really got me into driving, you wouldn’t mind driving it three times a week. Yes indeed the Lambo world is different but promise you that early ones such as this Superleggera will always, always put more smiles on your face with satisfaction.
Wow, that's a stunning collection of cars in there 😍 You certainly seem at home in that lambo Sam 🙂, I think Paul Wallace is finally rubbing off on you 😁😄 But that's a Cracking choice if you definitely go that way 👍🏻 and Boy does that one sound good with that exhaust 😊 And the spec looks lovely too 🙂👍🏻 If you get a chance, try and get out in the Renault 😊🙂👍🏻
I'm not a big fan of Lambo's also I don't hate them. I think it's like Marmite and Bovril. Sam I understand now why you would like to get a Gallardo, your reasoning is spot on. One can only say they hate something as soon as they experienced it. Good luck for the future Sam, this Covid just caused havoc in the world.
Wow, Eric Clapton is a pretty cool name to have associated with the car, might even help with it's future value vs other examples. I'd love to see you drive more of the "modern classic" Gallardos though before you decide to take the plunge or not, it's such an interesting era of Lambo. Loving the new logo on your socials btw.
That Top Gear episode is one of my all time favourite episodes of any show on TV, and made in instant fan of the mk1 Gallardo Superleggera! I'd have one over a Huracan Performante any day.
Goddammit sam! You and your friends are the best car youtubers because you guys shows us awesome cars and content, but y'all also motivate the hell out of me.
Would be a dope purchase for sure, the Gallardo has always felt like such a defining moment in Lambo history. Like the bridge between the new and the classics.
You and Shmee are some of the few if not only channels right now who are not Lambo biased and it is kind of nice. Honestly, I would rather see you sport that Renault and get up to some teenage angst.
That surprised you..I have a Perf and 458 Spider, the Perf is like a modern day Ferrari they never made..V10 lambos make the best sound of any car, manual car would be the best long term investment...great video, Paul would be proud of you
Have owned mine for about 3 years now, it's without a doubt the best Gallardo iteration out there. The LP versions are more refined, but don't sound that good (5.0 vs 5.2L V10), and none are as raw as the original SuperG. And yes, the Lamborghini Orange County exhaust really opens it up. Video on my channel of a fly-by.
Great review - I think you should try out a few others before deciding on the Superleggera. Enjoyed the video. Givin it a thumbs up and staying subscribed for plenty more to come
I just bought this hoodie because it looks so good in the video. Should be here in a couple of weeks. Keep up the great content, Sam. When you visit the USA on your next visit, check out us out here in the Philadelphia PA area including McLaren Philadelphia and Fabspeed Motorsports.
Sam... was a proud owner of a Grigio telesto 08 example for over 3 years and tons and tons of road trips and miles..... I never had to take it to the shop for anything other than normal maintenance, me and my buddy beat the hell out of it whether in the Denver mountains and snow, canyons in California, moab desert and mountains it was such an unreal machine and I miss it so so so much.... I traded for a performante spider and am 50/50 in regret , I love what I have now but miss that super g endlessly as well. Enjoy it in the best of health and if you ever need any help or info with it let me know. Ps I had a Larini exhaust and it sounded amazing... also on low speed driving keep your foot in on throttle and shift you get a loud pop from the intake throttle bodies open and closing , also, going to neutral at every light is bullshit, Roy cats and a lambo tech debunked the myth on lambo forums, keep your foot firm on brake at any stop and it’s disengaged ! I used hardly any clutch in over 3 years on my snap shot like 5-6% and 10k miles .... pps a lot of people think the cars gearbox lags worse than it is and it’s really esc intruding and cutting power and throttle on hard up shifts without esc turned off, turn it off you can spin rears coming around corners and in first, it’s a mechanical rear diff and allows a lot of red bias fun
Would love to see you channel get a mid 90s Ferrari. 355 or 348. Classic track car for cruising montages. 🤙🏼 Great job as always Sam! Crazy to see you excited about a Lambo! Ha
Like you, I'm not a huge Lamborghini fan and I don't really lust after them. But I have to admit, this is special 👌🏻 Just the sound alone and the fact Eric "legend" Clapton owned it is enough of a reason to get it 😁
So I bought the "wrong" Gallardo last year ('04 gated with 65k miles and some "lambro" added by prior owner), in the course of un-pimping it and getting it hopefully track-worthy I can say a couple of things about the platform: It's shockingly easy to drive just "around" at least in the 'States, and it's also shockingly easy to work on having done a few DIYs at this point. I would expect a well maintained G1 Gallardo to be near-Porsche reliable and, when things do go wrong, the bill probably won't be crippling. You have to do some research but, if you have a clever shop, many parts cross reference to Audi or even VW parts catalogs which can avoid the Lamborghini "tax" to some extent. It'd be fun to see you in one, but probably a little weird as well given your usual preferences 😅
Hi Sam I am the current owner of this exact car and I agree with everything you say about it. I did see you didn't mention the famous Lamborghini test driver that has signed the sun visor. I also have a letter from Lamborghini saying this is the last ever MK1 superlaggera ever produced making it number 618 of 618 ever made, so this also means every Lamborghini after this exact model has a Audi produced engine and sound wise the Audi engine doesn't come close to sounding as good as this one.
Either First Gen or LP series is a great option. They are highly reliable and don't cost an arm to maintain or fix. Also you can do plenty of tasteful mods (e.g. converting First gen to LP bumpers etc. without destroying the car or value) making for some good video content.
The one you just test drove is a stunning spec with a unique history. You probably won't lose any money it. But it and enjoy it. Sell it when you're done. Win
What a great design. Might be my new favorite. I can agree with newer versions of things have less appeal for me. Chevrolet Silverado trucks are my favorite between 1985 and the late 90s, but mostly 1985/86. The boxed body style with the 1980s look and feel. Some Gallardos with the rounded out back of the body where the wheels are I could care less for. Could care less for the more rounded out styles. I like the more boxed, pointy yet still sleek styles.
Im really surprised to see that you fit so well. My neck was literally at 90 degrees when I tried to drive the Super Trofeo Stradale last year and I think we are a similar height. Perhaps this has different seats? It was awesome to drive though.. Absolulely unforgettable.. I get your new found fascination!
My opinion, it’s your first crack at one seriously, so have a play with others before pulling the trigger. Have fun with the journey...and take us along for the ride too 👍🏻😁
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2020 continues to be a weird one... STG now getting Lambos and BMs!
Bowel Movement
SOL intensifies
Haha. What a vibe
M3 CSL?
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Sam, having owned one of these, I will tell you that car, even today is AWESOME. It turns like it is on rails. Lots of CF and given that it was a limited model, continues to hold its values in the US. Thumbs up from me.
Haha I should have known you would have been in my comment section!
You are a legend. Been following you since the Giallo Orion Aventador. I think you were the only youtuber with a lambo, with maybe Robert Himler (RIP).
What's CF?
@@robertjusic9097 Carbon fibre
Gallardo...
“Go Big or Go Home. Well, Coronavirus made me go home” - that was hilarious.
The fact that Eric Clapton owned it should be enough!
Agree 👍🏻😁
Truth
You like BMWs and Lambos now? Who are you? A bald Paul Wallace?
Actually, old Lambos and BMWs are good. Gallardos, Murcielagos, and old BMWs like M3 E46 or M5/M6 V10 are good cars.
@@w4397 *M5/M6 V10 are good cars* yes you are correct but when they are not broken or in a garage getting repaired XD
@@w4397 Aventador is for babys who don't recognise anything else.
@@kennyd7667 yeah, V10 BMWs aren't reliable
@@w4397 None of the Vanos engine are reliable, regardless which displacement they are. Some say that Vanos is Thanos' more expensive German cousin.
Might have to double check if im watching STG instead of SOL 🤣
Haha! Me too
The Renault and a trip to Corsica anyone?
This channel has become Seen Through The Glass of London
Good comment bro lol
Travis B cheers
Sam, you’re definitely a step above in your quality all around. But my man! I think the substance of this review is so spot on. And unique! I’ve seen a lot of SL content. You’ve changed my perspective on this car and era, totally get it! Great work man
Cheers mate. Really appreciate it
This car is marked “sold” in the dealers inventory. Thank you Sam for making a great decision! I can’t wait for the spectacular content to follow with this car 👍🏼👊🏻👌🏼✌🏼
Haha calm down
@@seenthroughglass guess somebody else bought it then..?
Must have changed his mind or there are 2 identical cars for sale
www.thesupercarrooms.co.uk/car-details/lamborghini-gallardo-superleggera-for-sale-UF04
Kinda high priced though unless there's an Eric Clapton value to it but it's missing the carbon fiber interior package and the carbon ceramic brakes, should be around 105,000 Euro with that mileage.
oh, i'm getting excited 😍😄
@@Hali88 Yes, I bought that one 3 years ago ;)
After all these years Paul has finally gotten through to you 😂😂 great video Sam and a great car too 😍🔥
Also don't think Sam was very interested in Porsche's until he drove Mr JWWs GT3 a few years back. Good influence 😉
Haha it’s good to have friends who are into cars to introduce you to things :)
@@seenthroughglass I couldn't agree more!! Now it's just time for Paul to convince Tony that the murcielago is a good car! 😂
Been in love with these since Jeremy Clarkson drove one in Top Gear.
Agreed. I remember that feature so well
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Finally a good modern review of this beast
It’s the car I would love to own a Gallardo SuperL in a black spec 🙏🏻 congrats
Whether you get it or not experiencing it is amazing, hope you join the Lambo family 😏
Why? I love VAG group but, it’s just a fast audi.
It's totally a waste of money buying a Gallardo
I don't see the Gallardo a waste of money, probably not your car type or couldn't afford it
@@johnathanwilliams2427 you're right
best sounding Gallardo/Huracan ever. This has the magical high pitched tone that the newer ones didn't got.
true but the "standard" 5.0 Gallardo sounds the same but this exhaust ofcourse
The 5,0L v10 sounds the absolute best. It's such a sexy sound.
Been really looking forward to this video for a long time. Ever since you first talked about it on behind the glass ;)
The BTG’ers know! (Still working on that name haha)
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I bought an orange one 6 months ago , had an exhaust made , converted it to rwd and put some trofeo R ,s on it with a custom tune . It’s now magical as is the sound ….oh the sound and the flames
im currently having a preLP Gallardo with manual box. Its a great car!! Just get one you wont regret it. 2 of my friends moved from Ferrari to Gallardo and they loved this so much!
I got stuck in a traffic jam on the M25 when my wife was 7 months pregnant. That was fun.
Worth it for the roads in the Cotswolds at the other end though
Big respect for giving the R26R some camera time 👌
This is also one of my favourite modern classics, I like the timeless pinsharp styling as opposed to the Huracans jelly mould type of styling . These will become highly collectable in years to come , produced in very limited numbers and they weren't churned like the huracan performantes were , I would " buy the dip " before they rise , they will become the lamborghini equivalent of the Porsche 2.7 RS. Nice provenance on that particular one too, bonus. ! 👍👍👏👏
This spec is incredible Sam. Buy it!!!
I have an LP560-4 Spyder in Giallo Midas. Fantastic car with that screaming V10 and roof down :)
Also use the supercar rooms for my service and maintenance, great bunch of guys and highly recommended.
Sam: A low down force wing on a Gallardo doesn't make sense like a GT3 RS with no wing.
Porsche 911 GT3 Touring: Am i a joke to you?
Porsche 911 Sport Classic: Hey what about me?
sport classic is based on normal Carrera tho :)
Technically would be the 911r as it is based on the RS.
@@franklin7962 Fair enough. Thought I would include it anyway. :)
@@jeppepedersen2363 Shit I forgot about that one 🤣. Well done Internet stranger here is a free Internet cookie 🍪.
Frank Lin A 3RS without a wing is a 911R you missed out
Had the pleasure of driving one of these for a week x 2 times back in 2012 as part of being a member of a Super car Club that was based on pay a yearly fee and you had 20 plus supercars to use whenever.
What a fabulous experience this machine it is. I actually owned a R8 V8 at the same time and it left it in the shade for the experience.
Remember closing the drivers door and it always sounded cheap and horrible with a rattle and clank from the carbon fiber door card(obviously the cost is the opposite) and the seats were hard and oh dear the egear was emotional and rough,but the trick was to full fuel lift just before the change in a nano second and then plant it again.
I would own one in a heartbeat if my wife would let me as it ticks all the human senses boxes and emotions in multiples times 10.
Never driven a car that made you a instant rock star so much back in 2012.It was a absolute magnet. Drive a Porsche now and a bit older and really happy with my lot.
Great video Sam, that is a fantastic looking and sounding supercar
I love your recent positivity...and that mixed with your personality makes you an insanely likeable guy. Keep it up
I love how Sam buys cars he actually wants rather than for the views, but this is going to help your channel loads man.
Loved the video Sam. Also love your new Channel Photo aswell. That Superleggera really suited you XD
STG goes local. Drive the World has arrived in my village. Not only did you film in the street where I work but also the street where I live. I thrash my Cayman GTS on that very road. Great content as usual Sam. Keep up the good work. Cheers.
I own this car in black. We are a small club, only 8 RHD left in the country. It’s the most fun you could ever have and will beat anything on a track due to its corner handling.
It’s a rare find as none of us ever sell and a great investment. Buy it!!
Happy to answer and questions if you want to contact me x
(NO TO MARK 2 💀)
I don’t know how you only have 490K subs while that’s a lot but the cinematography of your videos on top of the cool cars and great reviewing blows my mind should be a easy million subs
Lovely example probably my favourite looking spec 😍
MK1 Superleggera !!!! I love this car !!! In addition, the sound is incomparable. this car is currently underestimated. Is at least as cool as a Scuderia. Sound certainly more special.
how you haven't got over a million subs yet is beyond me mate. Good job!
The Lamborghini Superleggerra was my introduction to performance cars when I was 12 years old. My mom traded some Disneyland tickets for a charity in exchange for a Lamborghini ride to my school dance. The owner took the VERY long route to my school which I could walk to in a just a few mins and made sure it was the most memorable Lamborghini Demo ride ever. Showed no restraint to the throttle and made sure to show off the braking performance. I’ve been a gear head ever since. The only difference was the yellow stitching on the seats. Other than that this spec looks completely identical.
My neighbor & good friend @godspd07 has a Mark 1 strait-piped gated-manual and I’d say the Gallardo is one of the best Lamborghini’s to own as a real car. Love them and that SL is beautiful Sam! 🙌
This would be massive not just for your channel but your level of content is unbelievable. It would be amazing to see Lamborghini content but with the film quality of yours. Dont get me wrong Paul makes good Lamborghini content but none on RUclips has the high quality of filming than you do so to see Lamborghini content even better the Mk1 Gallardo Superleggera would be incredible. Would love to see you take it to the Selvio Pass that would be the best video content not just on RUclips but ever. I would love to see you in this car. Incredible video as always 👍
That sound is just silky smooth, I don’t know that make any sense but I really do love the way it sounds, I think Gallardo aged very well, still look modern, so it looks great, sounds amazing I think you should get one straight away.
I shot a house here in Australia and they had a Superlegerra in the colour of this one but with black wheels. Plus, their driveway lifted up and there was a JetSki underneath, so there’s that.
I’ve got 2 black high rear spoiler Superleggera models in Lhd and Rhd format. Love them
17:01 that Lambo and the scenery look more like they're on a wallpaper. WOW.
Sam from one bald headed 360 owner to another 👍🏻it’s Ferrari all the way but if your gonna go for a Lamborghini and I’m seriously considering one my self I think go for an early hurricane totally up to date looks handling and build quality which would give you that extra little bit of luxury and I believe there coming down in price nice ones out there for around 120k ! Great channel mate 👍🏻
The Supercar Rooms is literally a stones throw away from me! They do open days/car meets from time to time where they get some of the cars out. You should totally come to the next one, if/when they start doing them again!
You should also totally get the Superleggera!
Good for you, Sam, for trying something new. I drove a Superleggera along with a 458 Italia at a Las Vegas exotics track experience a few years ago. I came away raving about the 458, and feeling *blah* about the Lambo. Whereas the 458 felt razor-sharp and immediately responsive, like an extension of your mind/body, the Lamborghini felt dull and slow to respond to inputs, like driving a truck. Maybe that particular example was just in rough shape?
Sam, it's all good buddy! The Gallardo is one of the nicest Lambos of all time, and it is the very best way to initiate yourself into Lambo ownership. Buying the Superleggera is first step flexing my friend. This would be a great car to add to the garage, Sam. However, you are correct in stating that if you were to go 'all-in', you may find that down the line this year, other goal possibilities maybe affected. On the upside, Gallardo's will still be available down the line as well. Decisions, decisions!
Sam, after owning a gallardo with Larini exhaust for about 5 years in Singapore, I’m here to tell you, just get it. It’s one of my biggest regrets to export the car.
It was one of the few cars that put a smile on my face and really really got me into driving, you wouldn’t mind driving it three times a week.
Yes indeed the Lambo world is different but promise you that early ones such as this Superleggera will always, always put more smiles on your face with satisfaction.
Wow, that's a stunning collection of cars in there 😍
You certainly seem at home in that lambo Sam 🙂, I think Paul Wallace is finally rubbing off on you 😁😄
But that's a Cracking choice if you definitely go that way 👍🏻 and Boy does that one sound good with that exhaust 😊
And the spec looks lovely too 🙂👍🏻
If you get a chance, try and get out in the Renault 😊🙂👍🏻
For me the best Gen1 Gallardo was the Balboni. In grey with the white & gold stripe with a manual gearbox & steel breaks is my dream spec
Please buy one!! Loving the new content, does not mean I’m bored from ferrari and porsche, no, no, I love that, but nice seeing this too!
I'm not a big fan of Lambo's also I don't hate them. I think it's like Marmite and Bovril. Sam I understand now why you would like to get a Gallardo, your reasoning is spot on. One can only say they hate something as soon as they experienced it. Good luck for the future Sam, this Covid just caused havoc in the world.
Hard to beat the sound of the even-firing 5.0L, definitely nicer than the 5.2L.
yes the 5.0 sounds SO much better.
I love your reviews Sam, keep the good job!! You should get the car and rap it insane red Mat
Brilliant content as usual Sam, great way to explore a word you never really ventured in before. Can’t wait for the next episodes. Cheers
Wow, Eric Clapton is a pretty cool name to have associated with the car, might even help with it's future value vs other examples.
I'd love to see you drive more of the "modern classic" Gallardos though before you decide to take the plunge or not, it's such an interesting era of Lambo.
Loving the new logo on your socials btw.
That Top Gear episode is one of my all time favourite episodes of any show on TV, and made in instant fan of the mk1 Gallardo Superleggera! I'd have one over a Huracan Performante any day.
New logo is sick! The Gallardo is meaty as well!
You know Sam is excited when he shimmies! Love it!
Richard Hammond drove a manual Superleggera in a Top Gear episode. If I had the money I'd only want a manual transmission version. Thanks.
Awesome Sam, shame I didn't know as I was looking at a house near here in Hartlebury this week. I live 20 mins from here 😢
Goddammit sam! You and your friends are the best car youtubers because you guys shows us awesome cars and content, but y'all also motivate the hell out of me.
Great choice, Sam! Always liked the MK1 Superlegerra. It’s going to be a rare gem someday!
Didn`t like these when they came out, but now I love the look of them!!
You need fabspeed cat delete + loc exhaust. I have that set up on my car and it is perfect
0:19 lovely silver Lotus Esprit...!!!
Looked like a Sport 350. Super rare
It is yes.
Would be a dope purchase for sure, the Gallardo has always felt like such a defining moment in Lambo history. Like the bridge between the new and the classics.
Looking forward to seeing how your Lamborghini journey unfolds!
You and Shmee are some of the few if not only channels right now who are not Lambo biased and it is kind of nice. Honestly, I would rather see you sport that Renault and get up to some teenage angst.
That surprised you..I have a Perf and 458 Spider, the Perf is like a modern day Ferrari they never made..V10 lambos make the best sound of any car, manual car would be the best long term investment...great video, Paul would be proud of you
Have owned mine for about 3 years now, it's without a doubt the best Gallardo iteration out there. The LP versions are more refined, but don't sound that good (5.0 vs 5.2L V10), and none are as raw as the original SuperG. And yes, the Lamborghini Orange County exhaust really opens it up. Video on my channel of a fly-by.
Great review - I think you should try out a few others before deciding on the Superleggera. Enjoyed the video. Givin it a thumbs up and staying subscribed for plenty more to come
I just bought this hoodie because it looks so good in the video. Should be here in a couple of weeks. Keep up the great content, Sam.
When you visit the USA on your next visit, check out us out here in the Philadelphia PA area including McLaren Philadelphia and Fabspeed Motorsports.
So glad you’re venturing out!!
Before watching the video I was thinking “why not a 458,” but now I want a Gallardo Superleggera myself 🙃
Sam... was a proud owner of a Grigio telesto 08 example for over 3 years and tons and tons of road trips and miles..... I never had to take it to the shop for anything other than normal maintenance, me and my buddy beat the hell out of it whether in the Denver mountains and snow, canyons in California, moab desert and mountains it was such an unreal machine and I miss it so so so much.... I traded for a performante spider and am 50/50 in regret , I love what I have now but miss that super g endlessly as well. Enjoy it in the best of health and if you ever need any help or info with it let me know. Ps I had a Larini exhaust and it sounded amazing... also on low speed driving keep your foot in on throttle and shift you get a loud pop from the intake throttle bodies open and closing , also, going to neutral at every light is bullshit, Roy cats and a lambo tech debunked the myth on lambo forums, keep your foot firm on brake at any stop and it’s disengaged ! I used hardly any clutch in over 3 years on my snap shot like 5-6% and 10k miles .... pps a lot of people think the cars gearbox lags worse than it is and it’s really esc intruding and cutting power and throttle on hard up shifts without esc turned off, turn it off you can spin rears coming around corners and in first, it’s a mechanical rear diff and allows a lot of red bias fun
I think the MK1 sounds better because it was a 5.0 as apposed to the later 5.2 that was used in the LP and R8. Does sound amazing
Find one with the rare on-track option = rear cage and harness, it suits the SL perfect. Also full CF interior option is great.
Get the manual rwd one in the showroom 👌🏼 It will hold its value best and what a car!!
Great spec, very stealth fighter. Such an emotionally engaging car.
This would be a great addition Sam! Insane that it was Eric’s car.....🤯🤟 The car and its history, hope u bought it
Would love to see you channel get a mid 90s Ferrari. 355 or 348. Classic track car for cruising montages. 🤙🏼 Great job as always Sam! Crazy to see you excited about a Lambo! Ha
Like you, I'm not a huge Lamborghini fan and I don't really lust after them. But I have to admit, this is special 👌🏻 Just the sound alone and the fact Eric "legend" Clapton owned it is enough of a reason to get it 😁
Please do a video on the new F-Type. Would love to hear your thoughts!
With that exhaust it has a wiff of LFA tone to it especially in the start up bit 😁
Awesome car !!! Great video, again !!, genuinely best quality on RUclips 👍🏽👏🏽
So I bought the "wrong" Gallardo last year ('04 gated with 65k miles and some "lambro" added by prior owner), in the course of un-pimping it and getting it hopefully track-worthy I can say a couple of things about the platform: It's shockingly easy to drive just "around" at least in the 'States, and it's also shockingly easy to work on having done a few DIYs at this point. I would expect a well maintained G1 Gallardo to be near-Porsche reliable and, when things do go wrong, the bill probably won't be crippling. You have to do some research but, if you have a clever shop, many parts cross reference to Audi or even VW parts catalogs which can avoid the Lamborghini "tax" to some extent. It'd be fun to see you in one, but probably a little weird as well given your usual preferences 😅
That car sounds sooo good. Nice video
Hi Sam I am the current owner of this exact car and I agree with everything you say about it. I did see you didn't mention the famous Lamborghini test driver that has signed the sun visor. I also have a letter from Lamborghini saying this is the last ever MK1 superlaggera ever produced making it number 618 of 618 ever made, so this also means every Lamborghini after this exact model has a Audi produced engine and sound wise the Audi engine doesn't come close to sounding as good as this one.
Go big or go home, definitely go all in and take the plunge. Haha those cars just sound so epic. Great video as always sam 👍
Love the R26.R above all the other cars!!! Buy it Sam!
Either First Gen or LP series is a great option. They are highly reliable and don't cost an arm to maintain or fix. Also you can do plenty of tasteful mods (e.g. converting First gen to LP bumpers etc. without destroying the car or value) making for some good video content.
I never really liked the gallardo, until I saw this one. 🤤 that is a very nice specification
Of course, go and experience some other options, but please get this, it seems right for you and the car is incredible!
Great content as always👍🏼👍🏼
The one you just test drove is a stunning spec with a unique history. You probably won't lose any money it. But it and enjoy it. Sell it when you're done. Win
Great video Sam, that is a fantastic looking and sounding supercar, I'd go for it. Especially pre owned by Eric Clapton
You just earned yourself a new nickname "Short Shift Sam"
What a great design. Might be my new favorite. I can agree with newer versions of things have less appeal for me. Chevrolet Silverado trucks are my favorite between 1985 and the late 90s, but mostly 1985/86. The boxed body style with the 1980s look and feel. Some Gallardos with the rounded out back of the body where the wheels are I could care less for. Could care less for the more rounded out styles. I like the more boxed, pointy yet still sleek styles.
Im really surprised to see that you fit so well. My neck was literally at 90 degrees when I tried to drive the Super Trofeo Stradale last year and I think we are a similar height. Perhaps this has different seats?
It was awesome to drive though.. Absolulely unforgettable.. I get your new found fascination!
100% try out the 550-2, it's the Valentino Balboni tuned version if memory serves? Surely that's about as Porsche/Ferrari-esque as is possible?
My opinion, it’s your first crack at one seriously, so have a play with others before pulling the trigger. Have fun with the journey...and take us along for the ride too 👍🏻😁