1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV
Always during the Petersen Automotive Museum Sale, RM Sotheby's is set to auction off this stunning 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV. So beautiful in this unique Bleu Medio, the only one to have been finished in this color. And the pictures are just perfect, skyline in the background and graffiti just behind the Miura.
History of the Lamborghini Miura P400
The Miura P400 was the first supercar by Lamborghini. It was presented in 1966 at the Geneva Salon. It was an instant success with its unique look and especially with the placement of its engine, mounted just behind the passenger compartment.
For this model, it's the last iteration of the Miura, the SV, presented in 1971 with a lot of upgrades including a better handling thanks to a new suspension in order to remove the front-end lightness. Only 150 SVs were produced.
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Specification
With its 3,929 cc DOHC transverse mid-mounted V12 engine and Weber twin-choke carburetors producing 385 hp, the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV can reach the 100 kmh in only 5.8 seconds with a top speed 290 kmh.
The coachwork was designed by Marcello Gandini (only 27 years old at this time) for Bertone, Italian automobile company founded in 1912. The shape of the doors were supposedly modeled off of the horns of a raging bull. Beautiful example, I love this color Bleu Medio.
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Lot Auction
Date : | 8 December 2018 |
Place : | Los Angeles, US |
Price : | N/A |
Link : | Petersen Automotive Museum Auction |
Great lots during this sale:
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Sources
Lamborghini Miura P400 SV
Press Release Gooding and Company
On Wiki :
Miura P400
Marcello Gandini
Bertone
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Bonus Pics
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That is a gorgeous car and I agree - gorgeous first photo. Great performance also.
I love the coachwork with this color Bleu Medio and a touch of gold for the wheels.
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