Superlight version Audi R8 NF in the works

Lamborghini engineers gave hints about a lightweight Audi R8 codenamed the NF during a recent technology demonstration at its lightweight research and production facility in Ingolstadt, Germany. It seems that Lamborghini wants to capitalize on the high profit margin that lightweight models such as the Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera offer.
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Joe_Limon - 3/2/2011 12:31:21 PM

+3 Boost

superlight = under 3000lbs? Or is that to much to ask for of a small two seater "super" car?

truckman - 3/2/2011 4:36:42 PM

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3,792–3,803 lbs is the current weight of the 5.2 V10, so minus 743lbs, just a bit over 3000.lbs, I would drive this car, I saw a modified R-8 last week with a super loud exhaust blasting around town, my 2 year old screamed in delight,lol I guess he doesn't understand the car would give him a lot of tickets.

LexSucks - 3/2/2011 5:42:38 PM

+1 Boost

Still wont be as light as the Lexus LF-A. Nice try Lambo.

Lexus - 3/9/2011 11:49:17 PM

+1 Boost

What you got against Lexus got off it nut are already.

BimmersNme - 3/3/2011 10:18:46 PM

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Pity the LFA has such kindergarten design! the performance is there, but design-wise it's a joke.