To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Auctions America’s Santa Monica event, June 25-26, 2016.

Estimate:
$275,000 - $300,000 US

Upon seeing this exceptional 1990 Lamborghini 25th Anniversary model, our attending specialist exclaimed that he thought it to be: “the nicest original 25th Anniversary Countach I’ve seen.” Quite a statement for this type, as it is quite uncommon with only 658 produced from 1988 to 1990. In celebration of the company’s 25th anniversary, Lamborghini released a further updated and slightly restyled version of its celebrated Countach. It was unveiled at the 1988 Italian Grand Prix at Monza and would become, to many, the most desirable form for the car. With almost 500 subtle changes over its predecessor, the 5000 QV, the new Countach retained the same striking optical flamboyance and incredible performance that Lamborghini’s customers had come to expect and love. It would eventually give way to the new Diablo; but what a run, the Countach thrilled the automotive populace from its 1974 introduction to the 1990 model year with a total of 2,049 reported built.

According to the odometer and owner, this is an approximately 8,300 mile car that has been well cared for and cherished from its beginnings. Presented in a pearl white finish and tan leather interior with black accents; this Bertone-designed Countach displays the many cues that leaves no doubt of its Italian origins in speed. Start with a rear wing that anyone with a racing background will recognize as a big means of stability at the high (183-mph) top speed that these cars consistently demonstrated. You do lose some top end with the added aero drag, but the stability gained if you choose to test its limits in a controlled performance environment, will tell you that it’s not only an attention-getter, but a valuable piece of aerodynamic hardware. The various NACA ducts and straked inlets may provide a somewhat ominous appearance; however, these are engineered to maximize the available space with the proper air flow for cooling and functioning in aero stability at the same time – very much like any top-flight racecar or supercar.

Equipped with the iconic fuel-injected V-12 engine, it is mated to a five-speed manual transmission and produces 420-hp. It also comes equipped with air conditioning, Alpine AM/FM radio with cassette; power windows, seats and disc brakes at all four corners. Scissor-type door hinging, pop-up headlights, a singular wiper, OZ Racing factory alloy wheels and Pirelli P Zero tires are also part of this most formidable package. Easily the most advanced Countach ever offered, it is widely regarded as the best road-going Countach in terms of handling and reliability as well. Accompanied by books and tools, this will be a great way to continue the display of deserving honors garnered by Lamborghini as they helped accelerate the supercar “wars.”
1990 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition