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A small gathering witnessed the debut of the amazing Lamborghini Centenario in Los Angeles. The event was held at the Petersen Automotive Museum, and the press and some existing Lamborghini owners were present.

Lamborghini have stated that they will only produce 20 roadster versions and 20 coupes, and if you are looking for a new Lamborghini for sale you are out of luck, because all 40 have been sold already. The Centenario was first unveiled at the Auto Show in Geneva, and it has been released to celebrate Ferrucio Lamborghini’s 100th birthday.

Partnership With Microsoft Studios

At the American event were the COO of Lamborghini America, Alessandro Farmeschi, and the head of Turn Studios, Alan Hartman. Farmeschi said that that the Centenario was the most powerful car the company had ever built, and talked about the history of the famous car company. Turn 10 Studios is a sub division of Microsoft Studios, who produce the Forza Motorsport game which is very popular.

Very Aggressive Lines

The Centenario has very aggressive lines, and the small audience in Los Angeles were drawn to this. The car has large spoilers, fins, intakes and splitters, which are all designed to make the Centenario more stable when it is travelling at high speed.

If you liked the lines of the Aventador and Huracan, then you will absolutely love the Centenario. It has a body in black, with subtle yellow accents, which make it look really striking.

The front of the car has a really unique look. It has flying buttresses at the front, and a facia that houses the thin headlights and LED strips. The back is just as aggressive, with the three exhaust outlets being flanked with six fins, and an LED strip which covers the back end. If you look inside the split rear windows you can see the impressive engine which is exposed.

The car is very low and wide, which lovers of Lamborghinis have come to expect. This look is accentuated by the aero kit which includes a front splitter, and side skirts that have been mounted low on the car.

The Most Powerful Lamborghini Ever

Weighing in at just 3351 pounds, the Centenario is constructed entirely of carbon fiber. The underpinnings of the car are almost identical to that of the Aventador. The Centenario is powered by a 6.5 liter, V12 engine, which produces a staggering 759 hp.

This power is channelled to all 4 wheels, which is the norm with Lamborghini cars. The only option available for transmission is an Independent Shifting Rod (ISR) power train, and this engine and transmission combination have made the Centenario the most powerful Lamborghini ever produced.

Lamborghini claim that the Centenario will propel you to 62 miles an hour in just 2.8 seconds. If that was not enough, with the throttle held down you can be doing 186 MPH in only 23.5 seconds. The redline of the car has been raised by 100 revs per minute more than previous models.

There is a new rear wheel steering system that reduces the turning circle, and improves handling at high speeds. You can drive the Centenario in Strada, Sport or Corsa drive modes. Each of these will have an impact on the steering, stability control and the behavior of the power train.

What About Inside The Car?

The cabin is trimmed in Alcantara throughout, and there is a 10 inch touch screen in the center stack that will assist with navigation. Apple CarPlay is also included. The interior is pure luxury and exclusivity, but the company has stated that if owners want to change the interior design of the Centenario they will be able to do that. This applies to the exterior design as well.

You will find the start / stop switch and the multimedia controls just below the touch screen. There is WiFi connectivity in the car, and there is even a data recorder which will measure lap times, g forces and speeds when you are on the track. The interior is best described as having a "fighter jet" theme.

Lamborghini Centenario For Sale For Only $1.9 Million

When the car was unveiled, everyone wanted to know the Lamborghini Centenario price. The response was €1.75 million, which at today’s exchange rate is around $1.9 million. If you wanted to change the interior and exterior, then you would have had to bring nearer $2 million with you.

It is rare that the arrival of a new car could cause so much excitement, but the new Aston Martin Zagato is doing just that. The British car manufacturer has once again collaborated with the Zagato Italian design house, to produce a car that is truly sensational. The new Zagato Concept was recently unveiled at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este at Lake Como, Italy on 21 and 22 May 2016

This is not the first time that Aston Martin and Zagato have worked together. Their partnership started way back in 1960, when the DB4 GT Zagato was born. The new design of the Zagato Concept takes some influences from more recent collaborations, such as the One 77, the Vulcan and the most recent DB11.

Designed In Warwickshire Not Milan

The new concept car was actually designed in Warwickshire, England and not Milan. The new car has the same small "Z" logo as with previous collaborations, but Aston Martin's studio in Gaydon, Warwickshire was responsible this time. It has already been named the most beautiful car of 2016.

Bodywork on the new Zagato Concept is made entirely of carbon fiber, and it has a real aggressive design to it. The front of the car has been transformed with a cascading roofline and wraparound glasshouse.

The traditional side strake structure extends from the wheel arch to the door, and this was first used on the CC100 Concept Roadster, and can be seen on current DB11 models. The side mirrors and the windshield are part of the same glass frame, and this gives the appearance of wrapping around the Zagato Concept. The wing mirrors are modelled on those found on the One 77 model.

The classic Zagato "double bubble" roof concept has been used, which is a throwback to the early days of motor racing where additional roof space was required to accommodate racing helmets. This creates a subtle indentation into the rear window which looks amazing.

The Zagato Concept is very well sculptured at the back, which is similar to the profile of the DB11. It is very aerodynamic, and there is a retractable spoiler and a hatch which provides access to the compartment for luggage. The car has four exhausts, and these can be seen exiting from the carbon fiber sills. Bladed, LED round tail lights, are also to be found similar to the Vulcan model

The interior has a "Z" pattern quilted in the seats, and this is also embossed on the headrests and the door sections, and it is stitched into the center console. A cool mixture of aniline leather, carbon fiber and anodised bronze can be found on the rotary dials, facia and air vents. The carbon fiber has a herringbone pattern.

The Engine And Other Improvements

The Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Concept has a 5.9 liter V12, naturally aspirated engine which has been given a power boost to 592 hp (600 ps). The engine systems have been enhanced, and the dynamics of the chassis improved to create a very exciting driving experience. Sharper handling will be experienced with the return to an adaptive damping system.

The engine is an improved version of the same V12 engine that has been used since 1999 in the DB7 Vantage. It makes a fantastic noise when it is fired up, as you would expect an Aston Martin Vanquish to do. The older DB7 Vantage engine always sounded good, but the new Zagato Concept sounds a bit more aggressive than the old engine.

What Will The New Zagato Cost?

Aston Martin has yet to confirm that it will produce the Zagato in any quantity, so there is no information currently about the pricing. As a guide, the Aston Martin V12 Zagato was around the $450,000 mark in 2013, so if they do make sufficient numbers of the new Zagato Concept, then expect to pay north of this amount.

You Know That You Want One!

The Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Concept is a triumph in design and desire. It has been designed so that those that want it will simply fall in love with it. The details on this car have been given the finest attention, and the end result is a machine that is simply stunning!