2005 Lamborghini Concept S

As with early GT racers, the Concept S doesn't have a regular windshield. Instead, there are two wraparound 'saut-vent'

The chiseled channel design element continues to the car's tail, acting as an inset spoiler. (Photo: Lamborghini)

(French for sudden change in wind) fairings separated by an electrically retractable rear-view mirror. These stylish wind-blockers split the cockpit into two, and follow the Gallardo's sleek lines, tracing back to the car's rear flanks. This is one of the key elements to the concept's futuristic and aggressive look.

Though the Concept S is beautiful, its unique design did not put form ahead of function. Starting at its nose, and wedged between the split fairing, is a body-long scoop which funnels air to a duct for the 500-horsepower V10 engine. The chiseled channel

As with early GT racers, the Concept S doesn't have a regular windshield, and instead there are two wraparound 'saut-vent' fairings. (Photo: Lamborghini)

continues to the car's tail, acting as an inset spoiler, improving the car's aerodynamics and downforce at higher speeds.

To help differentiate the Concept S from the Gallardo, there are a few minor changes to the car's front and rear bumpers. Added to the angular honeycomb-pattern twin offset grilles is a new central intake, while the rear of the car features wider black mesh vents and flush mounted tail pipes. The front spoiler and reshaped rear diffuser work in sync with the new spoiler to optimize high-speed aerodynamics. A different take on the traditional porthole wheels rounds out the additions to the Concept S.