The 6.2 L V12 engine produces 572 hp, and accelerates the mail from a stand still to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds.

Our local postman, Pat says “Our fleet of Lamborghinis are the best chance at getting mail to our customers across the UK. The vans are perfect for second class deliveries but for more time sensitive mail we have to use something with a bit more power.”

Pat continues “Early in the morning, just as day is dawning, I like to pick up all the post bags in my lambo”.

We are sure Pat feels he’s a really happy man as the price of the Lamborghini keeps going up

If you are looking to import a car of any kind to the UK please visit us at https://www.shipmycar.co.uk

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Here are some of the most common issues we come across:

Incorrect Speed Ratings

A number of cars from outside of the EU, in particular the USA and UAE arrive with us having been shipped to the UK with no or incorrect speed ratings.

You need to make sure that the tyres you have fitted are correct for the top speed of your vehicle, driving a car with incorrect speed ratings can be very dangerous as they can quickly explode if you exceed their maximum design limitations.

It can be an idea to buy the new set of tyres prior to leaving the country, so have a look to see if the tyres can be sourced cheaper there, rather than in the UK.

Worn Tyres

Classic cars very often arrive here in the UK with very worn tyres, and it is not just the tread that can be the issue, as you can see on these bad examples on the left, you need to look out for bulges, cracks or dents on the rim of the wheel.

Worn tyres can not only affect the braking distance and handling of the car but can also hugely increase the risk of the tyre running flat or having a blow out putting you and other road users in danger.

Oversize Tyres

Hot rods and drag cars can have huge rear tyres which can be very difficult to have replaced, not only due to lack of UK stock for your newly imported car, but also availability of tyre fitters that can deal with a tyre so wide.

Wide tyres can also cause issues with sticking out the side of the wheel arches, an issue we will look at next.

Tyres stick out from wheel arches

Many trucks designated for shipping to the UK are recommended to check whether the wheels and tyres protrude from the wheel arches.

This is an immediate IVA test failure and so we always recommend the easiest solution is to source appropriate wheels and tyres for the vehicle and simply replace them.

We can fabricate wheel arch extensions or for the majority of cars purchase OEM/after market wide body wheel arches to compensate for them if you wish.

Race or Track Tyres

Before shipping your car to the UK, check that the tyres are designed to be used on the road. Some cars arrive here and on import we can see that they still have track tyres on with no ability to be used on UK roads.

We advise sourcing a set of new tyres and then either storing the old set for track days or selling them to other owners who may use their car on the track and are looking for a set of part worn tyres for track usage.

Car Shipping Tips

Please keep checking our site, plus our social media for lots of helpful tips when considering shipping a car to the UK

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Known for their in-house engineered twin-turbo engine kits, North Carolina based tuner, Underground Racing, has announced they have completed development of the first twin-turbo Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4.

Underground Racing began development as soon as the Aventador was released and admits that Lamborghini, in an attempt to preserve product integrity, went out of its way to make third-party engine tuning difficult. But Underground Racing managed to work around them, however, not without some compromises.

Underground Racing emphasizes that for the time being, they will only sell an Aventador twin-turbo kit as a complete engine rebuild. In a statement Underground Racing says, “For now, the UR TT Aventadors will only be released with FULL engine builds. Through our research, we have found certain conditions that make this a requirement.”

Now with the demonstration model complete, initial testing rendered some stagering numbers. While using OEM street tires on a regular road and with normal air pressure, the twin-turbo Aventador sprinted from 0-60 mph in 2.2 seconds. Although not certified, Underground Racing estimates horsepower (measured at the wheel) to be approximately 1200hp. To help achieve that time Underground Racing also improved the shifting speed with their Quickshift upgrade.

Underground Racing wants to keep to the details of their twin-turbo system to themselves, but the next step is to push the limits of the twin-turbo Aventador. Underground Racing promises to release more videos of the Aventador, so stay tuned.

Lamborghini Aventador Shipping

If you are looking at shipping a twin turbo Aventador back from the USA, Dubai or Europe to the UK, or anywhere in the world, please do not hesitate to contact us at ShipMyCar.co.uk. We offer a full service import for cars being imported into the UK from USA, UAE etc including IVA testing and registration

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This year’s rally saw over 120 supercars drive from New York to LA via Canada! As Official Shippers for Gumball 3000 we assisted a number of vehicles from the UK, Europe, the Middle East and mainland USA to get to the start and shortly back home again.

There can be various issues with importing cars into the USA on a temporary basis including EPA and DOT requirements, we ensured all of our clients cars were cleared of customs without them having to pay any hefty bonds and provided paperwork to enable smooth transition through the Canadian border.

We then arrange for vehicles to be collected from the Gumballer’s Hotel and taken to the sea/airport ready for their return journey back.

Gumball 3000 is an incredible annual event which generates global interest and we are proud to be a part.

If you are planning a rally and require car shipping services, please do not hesitate to contact us

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Below are some of the best that we have found of this year’s 2011 Rally, as well as some we took from working with them on shipping the cars around the world

There are millions more and we will add them as we find them – be sure to share this page below to bookmark it on your favourite social networks…

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On April 27th, Peugeot sent its radically styled EX1 electric ’round the ‘Ring, setting a record for battery-powered vehicles with a time of 9 minutes 1.338 seconds.

The Nürburgring actually consists of several interlacing tracks, with the main stretch, the Nordschleife, comprising almost 13 miles of hairpin turns, undulating surfaces and lengthy straightaways.

Peugeot’s electric sports car averaged a rather impressive 85.9 miles per hour on the demanding 12-plus mile Nordschleife track. The EX1 smoked the previous electric vehicle record of 9:51

The noise of the electric car sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie:

For more information please visit Gumball3000.com or EcoForecourt.com

Car Shipping for Events

ShipMyCar can handle all of your shipping requirements for any motoring event, rally or private vehicle movement by either sea, road or air. Call today on 01908 887 917 for more information

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The xenon bulb will last up to 10 times longer than a standard halogen bulb and even longer compared to the new whiter halogen bulbs. An average life is 2000 hours.

A good supplier of HID conversion kits is:

HID Lights and IVA

When importing a vehicle into the UK that is less than ten years old, you will need to have an IVA test carried out. This checks that the car complies with UK road laws and checks items such as exhaust noise, seatbelts, windscreen wipers, sprayers and lighting.

Front headlights if HID must be e-marked and have washer jets to clean them – ShipMyCar can carry out any needed conversion on your behalf

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Time: 9am – 4pm

What’s happening: Come to Central London to see the celebrities and over 100 amazing vehicles on display including the future in eco-supercars, buy the official “Tour T-Shirt”, and soak up the atmosphere before the flag drops at 1200

For any Gumballer still requiring transport arrangements please do contact us ASAP, we have arranged to bring cars back from Istanbul to London & Europe straight after the rally in fully enclosed transporters. Vehicles can then be delivered direct to your UK address or sent onwards to whichever destination you require via sea/air.

Transport to the rally includes storage at our facility outside Heathrow where we can arrange for your car to be fuelled and delivered to the rally start, or we can organise to have your vehicle delivered direct to Raccoon first for graphic work.

If you are into your cars please do come down to London for the Rally start as it really is one of the best car shows of the year! To get an idea of the buzz around the start of the rally check out this video filmed from the passenger seat of Gumball 3000 founder Maximillion Cooper’s Morgan:

Rally Event Car Shipping

ShipMyCar can assist with your rally transport requirements no matter how big or small the event. We can move cars via air, sea or road anywhere in the world, even chartering entire aircraft/vessels for exclusive transport arrangements. For more information please call us on +(00) 44 1908 887 917

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For more information on Heffner Performance visit their website: www.heffnersperformance.com

Shipping a Lamborghini to the UK

Often you can find the exact spec you are looking for but the car is located in the USA and you are in the UK. Luckily ShipMyCar provide a full importation package for your Lamborghini including IVA testing and DVLA regsitration. For more information please visit ShipMyCar

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Steve Meade Designs has built a stereo system so powerful it can shred your average metropolitan phone book to bits in minutes…

See the action at around 3mins into this video below:

Audio System Installs UK

ShipMyCar can install any aftermarket system into your imported vehicle – for more information please visit ShipMyCar.co.uk

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