SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: SL65 Vs Gallardo
07-10-2006, 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by doltmo
I couldn't decide either, so I got both. Well, almost - that's a '55, not a '65.
07-10-2006, 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by doltmo
I couldn't decide either, so I got both. Well, almost - that's a '55, not a '65.
07-10-2006, 11:22 PM
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2006 Gallardo 6-speed, 2005 SL55, BMW X3
Originally Posted by Juice it
What are your thoughts on the cars since you have both?
The truth is the '55 has been gathering some dust since the G joined the stable. It's damn fun to drive and I can't get this stupid smile off my face when doing so. I miss the low-end torque of the AMG V8 when pulling away from a stop. The Lambo V10 doesn't really come alive until 3K RPM and, with the AWD system, you have to go easy on the clutch in 1st gear. So it's definitely not a drag car. But it more than makes up for this on the twisties. It's loud, fast, and nimble - connecting you with the car and the road in a way that makes the SL seem rather numb.
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07-13-2006, 08:41 AM
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2012 MB E63 Wagon, 2012 BMW M5, 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo S, 2010 Ferrari 458
I've got a Gallardo SE and drive it several times a week, but it isn't really a get-in-and-go kind of car. It attracts a LOT of attention and you need to take care where you leave it. It isn't as easy to drive as an SL, it rides hard and really doesn't feel happy until you leave the city limits. But I love it all the same..... 
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07-13-2006, 09:28 PM
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'08 M5, '10 Land Cruiser
Originally Posted by GDautosport
i heard the 997tt is sick...my dad has the 996ttS, def one of my favs, and everyone i know who made the switch, seems to love it (997) ...congrats, enjoy
07-13-2006, 09:33 PM
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'08 M5, '10 Land Cruiser
Originally Posted by blackbenzz
If you want to be flashy get the Gallardo. If you want to be classy get the SL65. I am considering picking up a SL600 or a 996TT in the near future.
To the guy who has the 55 and Gallardo; just saw pic at the top. Nice stable!
