In 2012, Lamborghini Automobili ended a decade-long wait, giving the world a first look at the Lamborghini Murcielago’s successor – Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4. The mighty bull rose to become the latest Lamborghini flagship, offering cutting-edge technology and a cutting-edge design worthy of bearing the 'raging bull' badge. Simply put, it was an engineering marvel – an on-ground fighter jet – that climbed its way up every track leaderboard. Soon, it was about time when Lamborghini came up with the first convertible/targe version of the Aventador – Aventador LP700-4 Roadster. With its wide haunches encompassing the road and sharp, aggressive lines cutting through the air like a knife, the Roadster’s silhouette was simply dramatic. The drama is further prolonged by a V12 powerplant, capable of reaching 60 mph from a standstill, faster than you say 'Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster' – 2.8 seconds. After putting self-proclaimed ‘drag cars’ to shame, the open-roof beast would achieve a ridiculous top speed of 350 km/h. Back when it was new, the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster could be bought for a window sticker price of a cool $443,800, with some room for options worth $70,000 and more! Obviously, for the timeless modern classic it is, the Aventador LP700-4 Roadster still feels fresh and special, commanding a head-turning price range of $350,000 to $450,000 in used markets.
Lamborghini has a knack for naming its supercars after famous fighter bulls, such as the Murcielago. The Lamborghini Aventador is no different, deriving its name from a Spanish fighter bull that appeared victorious after a ferocious battle. Nevertheless, while automakers, including BMW and Mercedes-Benz, were busy fiddling their engines to suit emission requirements, Lamborghini Automobili decided ‘to heck with it’ and raised the stakes with a new, more powerful emission-defying 6.5-litre V12 power plant – Lamborghini’s second-ever V12 since its 1963 GTV prototype. With the Aventador LP700-4, Lamborghini picked up right where they left off with the Lamborghini Murcielago. It continued a legacy of stupendously fast supercars clothed in a series of sharp yet exotic lines, screaming for attention… and cameras. Speaking of cameras, the Aventador became a movie icon and a star-studded vehicle, featured in hit movies like The Dark Knight Rises and Ride Along 2. Eventually, after a mega-successful era, it was only sensible for Lamborghini to develop the topless version of its outgoing model, called the Aventador Roadster (LP700-4). Clearly, Lamborghini designers at Centro Stile Lamborghini had a great day at the office as they penned down the Roadster’s sleek and slippery silhouette. However, up close, there’s more than what meets the naked eye. Up close, the Aventador Roadster is the lovechild of all Lamborghini predecessors. From the Diablo-styled low-slung nose to the Murcielago’s not-so-civilized scissor doors, the Aventador Roadster retained them all, continuing Lamborghini’s DNA over the years to come. Ultimately, the world only witnessed 1,075 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadsters from the ‘House of the Raging Bull’ at Sant ’Agata, Italy.
Obviously, being the Lamborghini forerunner, the Aventador Roadster packs some serious performance, enough to give its rival counterparts, including Ferrari, a run for their money. Over its predecessor, it now boasted a new and improved 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine, unleashing 700 horsepower and 509 lb-ft torque through a 7-speed robotized ISR transmission, responsible for creating one of the most, if not the most, brutal yet dramatics shifts known to drivers. Luckily, a Haldex 4WD drivetrain setup is featured to correct oversteering fears and offer greater traction. More importantly, optimal power delivery is sent to the front and rear wheels, allowing the Aventador Roadster to pull off a 0 to 60 mph feat in 2.8 seconds, including a quarter-mile run of low 10 seconds. Flat-out, the Aventador Roadster would achieve a hair-ruffling top speed of 350 km/h, nearly 15 km/h more than its rival from Britain, the McLaren 650s, courtesy of its sleek and slippery exterior design. Of course, the aerodynamic marvel helps the Roadster remain planted at high-speed cornering, further backed by its impressive, lapped Nürburgring Nordschleife time of 7 minutes 25 seconds. Coupled with a low centre of gravity and an F1-inspired pushrod suspension, the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster could generate enough g-forces to satisfy anyone’s need for speed, an experience worth trying with an open-roof! After you’ve done beating track records, you can cycle through the three distinct driving modes – Corsa (Normal/Street), Sport, and Corsa (Race) – to cool down your nerves. Thankfully, with the Aventador Roadster, weight reduction is prioritized using newer, lighter aluminium-forged 21" wheels, shedding 10 kilos over the standard rims. Additionally, it sports a fully carbon-fibre monocoque chassis, allowing the Aventador LP700-4 Roadster to tip the scales at 1,625 kilos, 50 kilos more than its coupe counterpart. Still, a combination of ventilated (front and rear) carbon ceramic brakes is used to keep the raging bull’s brute force in check.
Get behind the Aventador Roadster's wheel, and the word 'fighter jet' becomes the only fitting description. A considerable emphasis was laid on performance while designing the interior. From the bull-horn-like paddle shifters to the fighter-jet-styled controls bristling the centre console, the interior design feels nothing short of a command centre of a spaceship. Also located toward the centre is the engine start/stop button to fire up the glorious V12, ready to be launched into outer space. That said, the addition of premium soft-touch leather hints at luxury in a time capsule forged from carbon fibre and adrenaline. The Roadster-exclusive leather, Sabbia Nefertem, extends from the doors to the figure-hugging seats. In fact, the seats, with their protruding bolsters, are sculpted to hold the occupants in place during high-speed cornering, making the driver a part of the Aventador Roadster… quite literally. Every element you touch, or feel, serves a purpose, with a sheer focus on pure, unadulterated performance.
Wild, menacing, and crazy-fast are the three words that perfectly describe the Aventador Roadster's exterior design. From the massive, mean-looking air vents installed up-front to the sleek windows, the extensive use of a ‘hexagonal’ theme throughout the exterior grabs your attention. Meanwhile, the low-slung front end serves form more than purpose, screaming ‘move out of my way’ to cars going the speed limit. Shift your vision to the sides, and you are greeted with a similar story. The side is engulfed with gaping air vents, again emphasizing the Lambo’s hunger for breath, followed by two sharp creases effortlessly connecting the front to the rear. At the back, the Aventador Roadster is all business. An active rear spoiler that deploys at certain speeds coupled with an aggressive rear splitter makes the rear look even more intensive. Of course, apart from the scissor doors, there’s no mistaking the removable roof that transforms the supercar into a wind-in-your-hair open-air experience. Also different for the Roadster is the rear hood covering the engine, now adopting a ‘spinal column’ that rocks, yet again, hexagonal windows, still allowing a sneak peek into the raging bull's beating heart. Other changes made specifically for the Roadster can be seen in the colour scheme, now adding a light-blue paint job to the pallet – called Azzuro Thetis – that harkens back to the Miura Roadster and a new pair of 21” wheels. Of course, all that is important for turning heads as you cruise the sun-drenched Miami streets.
The Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster puts up an effortless display of technology to complement its brute nature. The use of technology and features, such as a front-end lift, parking sensors, and a backup camera, help make the Roadster bearable for a quick, impromptu grocery trip. Still, it rocks an engine start/stop system and automatic cylinder deactivation for better fuel economy, which may seem absurd on a V12 Lambo. Together, with heated seats, sat-nav, and an electronic parking brake, the Aventador Roadster becomes civilized, just enough for daily driving.
New, the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster retailed at a window sticker price of $443,800. Dare add optional extras, and you're treading the $500,000 mark and beyond. Despite sporting a decade-old body (with subtle changes), the Roadster still feels fresh, ageing like a rare gem. Resultantly, used prices are less affected, averaging around $357,000. However, low-mile specimens may command higher prices, like this 164-mile Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster, recently auctioned at a collector-worthy price of $698,500. Impressed enough to buy a Lamborghini Aventador Roadster LP700-4? If so, you might consider visiting the Lamborghini listings at Exotic Car Trader to see if the Aventador Roadster is really what they say…
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