2013 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante

The beautiful Gallardo was Lamborghini’s entry level car from 2003 until 2013. The Luc Donckerwolke designed V10 baby Lambo was an instant hit and represents the best- selling model in the history of the Sant’Agata Bolognese company as a total of 14,002 were built during their ten year production run backing up V12 bigger brothers, Murcielago and Avenator, while commemorating the company’s 50th Anniversary.

Among the amazing successful run for the Gallardo, several (okay, let’s face it, nearly thirty) special and limited editions appeared with subtle tweaks, everything from Spyders, to police cars to Superleggeras to GT3 racing cars and even one named after our friend Valentino Balboni, appear in different configurations, colors and performance packages.

Ultimately, the Final Edition Gallardo version was the LP560-4 which made its debut at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show. The LP560-4 featured the recognizable angular aerodynamic shape and new 5.2 liter V10 engine that produced 552BHP and subtle aero and ergo tweaks inspired by the Murciélago and Reventon penned by designer Walter da Silva who was given the task of designing the model’s final iteration.

The engine also features the Audi Sport-inspired Iniezione Diretta Stratificata (direct fuel injection) to help fuel mileage and emissions while increasing power output. The racing derived technology is a variation on the concept of gasoline direct injection which maximizes both power and fuel economy at the same time.

With nearly 40BHP more than the previous Gallardo, Lamborghini offered the LP560-4 with the choice of E-Gear transmission or a standard manual 6-speed mated with the all-wheel drive system, what Lamborghini calls the “Viscous Traction System”, contacting the ground with 19” aluminum wheels shod with Pirelli P-Zero 295/30 ZR 19 tires in the rear and 235/35 ZR 19 in the front. In all, with weight reduction and increased power from the engine, performance increased as the car launches from 0-60MPH in 3.7 seconds and 0-120MPH in 11.8 seconds and a top speed of 202MPH.

The elegant chassis and body design continues into the cabin where a sparse but thoroughly ergonomic interior envelopes driver and passenger comfortably with a minimum of fuss, with everything right where it should be. Toggle switches which sit just under the entertainment, navigation and information system, control the various electronic components such as windows, interior and exterior lights and fuel cap all on a concise line across the center of the dash.

Both driver and passenger may manage their own comfort with the dual zone climate control system for air conditioning, fan level and heated seat settings. On top of the dash, three analog dials monitor oil pressure, oil temperature and battery output. There is even a small stash box built into the dash just to the left of the steering column where the driver may stow away valuables. It’s all so civilized that it belies the growling 552- horse V10 engine that sits under the rear bonnet which, oh by the way, is illuminated with an LED lighting system so it’s visible under the tempered glass in the dark.

This Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder is a U.S. version example in beautiful Nero Noctis (black) over Black Alacantara and only 13,188 miles. The convertible Gallardo Performante is loaded with options (listed below) and needs nothing, ready for the road or concours.
 
Options:

APPEARANCE EXTERIOR
- Door handle color: body-color
- Front bumper color: body-color
- Exhaust tip color: chrome
- Rear spoiler color: black
- Grille color: black
- Mirror color: black
- Exhaust: dual tip
- Rear spoiler
- Stripes: hood
- Rear bumper color: black
- Window trim: black
 
COMFORT
- Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
- Front air conditioning zones: dual
- Cargo area floor mat
- Floor mats: front
- Floor mat material: carpet
 
CONVENIENCE
- Storage: front seatback
- Storage: door pockets
- One-touch windows: 2
- Multi-function remote: trunk release
- Multi-function remote: keyless entry
- Cupholders: front
- Vanity mirrors: dual
- Power steering
- Cargo area light
- Power outlet(s): 12V front
- Rearview mirror: auto-dimming
- Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
 
DRIVETRAIN SUSPENSION
- Axle ratio: 3.08
- Stability control
- Front brake type: ventilated disc
- Rear shock type: gas
- Front shock type: gas
- Front brake diameter: 14.4
- ABS: 4-wheel
- Traction control
- Rear suspension classification: independent
- Front stabilizer bar
- Front brake width: 1.3
- Rear stabilizer bar
- Front suspension type: double wishbone
- Rear suspension type: double wishbone • Limited slip differential: rear
- Rear spring type: coil
- Rear brake width: 1.3
- Rear brake diameter: 14.0
- Front suspension classification: independent
- Limited slip differential: front
- Front spring type: coil
- Rear brake type: ventilated disc
- 4WD type: full time
 
ENTERTAINMENT TELEMATICS
- Gauge: tachometer
- Total speakers: 4
- External temperature display
- Warnings and reminders: tire fill alert • In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
- Trip computer
- Radio: AM/FM
- Trip odometer
- Antenna type: element
- In-Dash CD: single disc
- Auxiliary audio input: jack
 
EXTERIOR
- Daytime running lights • Headlights: HID/Xenon
 
RIMS TIRES
- Tire type: performance
- Wheels: alloy
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System • Wheels: aluminum
 
ROOF GLASS
- Power windows
- Front wipers: variable intermittent • Convertible rear window: glass
- Tinted glass
- Convertible roof: power
 
SAFETY
- Power door locks
- Body side reinforcements: side impact door beam
- Rollover protection system
- Side mirrors: heated
- Airbag deactivation: passenger switch • Anti-theft system: engine immobilizer
- 2-stage unlocking doors
- Front airbags: dual
- Side mirror adjustments: power
 
SEATING
- Front seatbelts: 3-point
- Upholstery: leather
- Driver seat manual adjustments: height
- Front seat type: sport
- Passenger seat power adjustments: 2
- Passenger seat manual adjustments: lumbar
- Seatbelt warning sensor: front
- Front headrests: fixed
- Driver seat power adjustments: 2
- Driver seat manual adjustments: lumbar • Seatbelt pretensioners: front
- Front headrests: 2
- Upholstery accents: faux suede