Record prices for the auction of two of the most iconic Lamborghini models.
At the Paris auction organized by RM-Sotheby's last February, a 1971 Miura SV chassis number # 4840 and a 1977 Countach LP 400 chassis # 1120262, also owned by Rod Stewart, were sold at record prices.
Both cars have had numerous and important mechanical and aesthetic changes undergone over the years, but have recently been restored by the brand's top world experts.
the Miura SV also obtained the coveted certification issued by the Polo Storico Lamborghini.
The Miura SV is one of the 150 cars produced, first transformed into the 'Jota type' and later brought back to its original set-up, and was sold for 2.4 million euros, the second ever value for a Miura SV, after the one sold. at Gooding & Co. in London last September. The Countach LP 400, which belonged to singer Rod Stewart, was produced in only 157 copies. Also the victim of multiple transformations (including the removal of the roof) and restored to its original specifications, it was sold for 775 thousand euros. Excellent results also for the other vintage Lamborghinis at auction such as the 400 GT 2 + 2 from 1967, chassis # 0817, sold for 477,500 euros, the Espada from 1968, chassis # 7051, sold for 173,000 euros and the youngtimer Murciélago LP 640-4 Versace 'E-Gear' sold for 149500 Euros. "It is a result that is pleasing, but not surprising - commented Paolo Gabrielli, Head of After Sales of Automobili Lamborghini on which the Polo Storico depends - since it confirms a well-defined trend. Historic Lamborghinis are increasingly of interest to the main collectors of the world, who seek and expect the utmost respect for originality in their cars. The Polo Storico restoration program, or that of support for leading independent specialists through the supply of consultancy, documents and original spare parts, allows to obtain restorations of the highest level and quality, which are appreciated by collectors and, consequently, by the market ".
