The
Lamborghini Murciélago, designed by Luc Donckerwolke, was introduced
in 2001 as the successor to the Lamborghini Diablo.
The Murciélago is a two-door, two-seat coupé, fitted with Lamborghini's
trademark, dramatic scissor-opening doors. To celebrate Lamborghini's
40 year Anniversary, 50 special edition Murciélagos
were built during the autumn of 2003.
The Lamborghini Murciélago is powered by a 6.2 litre V12 engine,
connected to a six-speed manual or six-speed sequential automatic
transmission, driving all four wheels.
The Murcielago also features an adjustable angle rear spoiler,
side mirrors that fold in to improve aerodynamics, and air intakes
behind the side windows that automatically open the required
amount to provide cooling air to the engine.
In 2005 the Murcielago Roadster joined Lamborghini's
lineup. The roadster featured similar performance to the coupé,
but has an even lower overall height.
In 2006 the Murciélago underwent a performance and cosmetic
upgrade resulting in the Lamborghini Murcielago LP640.