There are always certain owner stereotypes associated with certain brands of automobiles. Some of these stereotypes have evolved over the years as their respective brands have done the same. The typical Porsche owner of the 1980s is a far cry from today's school-running soccer moms (and dads) in their Cayennes and Panameras. Ferrari owners have lost their gold chains in favor of oversized timepieces, and Range Rover owners are more likely to be wearing haute couture than a Barbour coat. I spent last weekend with a group that seems to defy any stereotypes, bonding through their shared enthusiasm for one particular flavor of sports car. When the vehicles present for the event range from an iconic '60s sex-symbol to an ultra-modern hypercar, the variety of owners comes as no surprise. The presence of a man who has been an integral part of the brand for over 40 of its 50 years in business only added to the mix. Valentino Balboni is Mr. Lamborghini. ...
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