Power bhp (kW) at RPM:n.a. Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM:n.a. Length 脳 Width 脳 Height in:n.a. Acceleration 0-60 mph s:n.a. Top Speed mph (km/h):n.a. Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km):n.a. Base Price: 2006 Lamborghini Hamann Gallardo SE - n.a. The first impression the Lamborghini Hamann Gallardo SE makes clearly indicates that this is hardly a standard model. The Hamann specialists constructed a comprehensive aerodynamics program for this racy sports car. The front is dominated by an innovatively designed front spoiler. The Hamann engineers included the typically powerful and sporty stylistic elements of the tradition-rich company. The impressive appearance is also reinforced by the frontal airscoops, the broad side skirts and the air intake screens located on the sides. No question about it - the Lamborghini Hamann Gallardo SE is a genuine racing car for the street. More than anything else, the rear portion makes this clear. A mighty, three-piece rear wing a'la motorsport doesn't just assure the appropriate optics, but also increased application force on the rear axle at higher speeds. Almost the same applies for the wide Hamann rear diffuser. It makes the rear appearance of the Gallardo SE unmistakable, and the car virtually sucks itself onto the asphalt. Thanks to its aerodynamics packet, the Hamann Gallardo SE is optically a thoroughbred racing car for the street. The performance increase also gives this proud bull the necessary power. More than anything else, the successful mixture of power, sportiness and exclusivity make the Lamborghini Hamann Gallardo SE so special. We haven't received any information about the engine modifications. The only visible modification is to the exhaust system, which should add about 20-30 bhp to original Gallardo SE's 520 bhp.
The dash came out beautifully, and when I showed him the damaged steering wheel he agreed to make it look like new too. Hence a matching set, the steering wheel and dash wood looked perfect. The interior of the 901 was sort of a mystery until late in the process. Small pieces were actually direct carryovers from the 356C, including the coat hooks and headliner material. I confirmed this by calling Dr. Brett Johnson, the author of the Porsche Guide to Authenticity series of books. It was quite nice of him to take the time to pull out his notes from his 911 research of years prior in order to provide us with this missing information. The real fun part, when I was disassembling the seat mechanisms, was the discovery of the black and white herringbone material. It had always been our thought that the 901 might have used this material, but at that time no one had been able to confirm it for us.
Finding small scraps remaining on the seat after one or more upholstery jobs were removed was wonderful. To make this finding even more fortuitous, when the 901 went to Auto International in Solana Beach California (they鈥檝e moved since then), they had just enough original factory material remaining to do one more set of seats. Timing is everything, and time was running out to be ready for the Parade. The 1992 Porsche Parade was held in San Diego California. The 901 literally had the final restoration steps completed just two days prior to loading it back on Don Kravig鈥檚 flatbed truck for the short trip down the freeway for the Concours. The morning of the Parade Concours at Mission Bay was foggy, so lots of cleaning on site was needed to get the 901 ready to show. Again, as throughout this wonderful experience, lots of our PCA Riverside friends were on hand to pitch in with final preparations and simply as a cheering squad. When the scores were posted the 901 had won its class and we brought out the champagne for everyone to celebrate.
Another close PCA friend and mentor, Bill Barnard, was able to see the 901 win a trophy at the Concours Banquet that same evening. Bill has actually gotten Lori and I into PCA in 1986, and was a head cheerleader on this project in spite of failing health. Bill鈥檚 condition worsened the day after the banquet, and he returned home to the desert. He passed away on the Thursday of Parade Week, and black armbands could be seen at every remaining Parade event. Nonetheless, our last memories of Bill where wonderful ones of his enjoying seeing the 901 he loved as much as we did being victorious. Lori and I held onto the 901 for a few more years. When we decided it was time to make room for new projects we contacted a broker named Sam Cabiglio to see about finding it a new home. Sam is a broker, who among other clients, buys and sells all of Jerry Seinfeld鈥檚 Porsches for him. Knowing that we were hoping the 901 might end up in the Seinfeld collection, but as it turned out the new owner was a gentleman from Newport Beach. The 901 went out of sight for many years after he purchased it until, as we were told by Sam, the new owner became ill and decided to donate the 901 to the Peterson Auto Museum in Port Angeles. Before moving to Washington Lori and I visited the car at the Peterson on more than one occasion. As I mentioned previously, I hope you enjoying taking this little trip down memory lane with me. I know there are lots more details and antidotes, so if you are interested just let me know at our next event and I鈥檒l talk your ear off.
Everybody seemed they have something to prove, except me. It gave me a strange sense of satisfaction letting them burn out while I took my time climbing the gears. The greatest thrill for me was when it was just me, 鈥淩ed鈥?and a twisty back road. PH: Do you belong to a club? Do you guys have weekly coffee meetups? JH: Right now I go to several meet-ups. Sometimes I take the new models, sometimes I take a trade in. Most of the events I go to I鈥檓 repping the company so I have to be on my best behavior. I try and make the Festival of Speed every year in Fontana. PH: Would you like to give a shout out to anyone? JH: I just want to thank all of my customers that have stayed loyal. I鈥檝e always tried to keep my customers close and not refer to them as clients but as friends.