Auto e Moto d'Epoca Bologna features Lamborghini Espada and Countach

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【Summary】Lamborghini is participating in the Auto e Moto d’Epoca classic car show for the first time. The Lamborghini Polo Storico stand will showcase the first Countach LP 400 and an Espada Series 3 undergoing restoration. The Countach LP 400 is the oldest Countach in existence and has an interesting history. The Espada Series 3 is a four-seater car that was delivered to its first owner in Japan. The show will run from October 26 to 29.

FutureCar Staff Oct 26, 2023 9:20 AM PT

Auto e Moto d'Epoca Bologna features Lamborghini Espada and Countach

Automobili Lamborghini is set to make its first official appearance at the Auto e Moto d'Epoca classic car show in Bologna. The event, which takes place from October 26 to 29, will feature two iconic Lamborghini vehicles on display at the Lamborghini Polo Storico stand. These include the first ever Countach LP 400 and the body of an Espada currently undergoing restoration.

Alessandro Farmeschi, After Sales Director of Automobili Lamborghini, expressed excitement about the company's participation in the event. He highlighted the significance of the showcased cars, which symbolize Lamborghini's commitment to preserving its heritage and the restoration services provided by Polo Storico.

Polo Storico, established in 2015, is responsible for managing and studying the company's archives, restoring classic Lamborghinis, certifying classic models, and organizing events for Lamborghini collectors.

The oldest Countach in existence, with chassis number 1120001, made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1973. It differs from the first Countach produced, the LP 500 show car displayed in 1971, and holds great historical significance for Lamborghini. After being used for various tests and development trials, the car seemingly disappeared in September 1973. However, it resurfaced in 2003 when a LP 400 was found in Switzerland. The restoration work revealed that the car had been painted green over its original red color, leading to the realization that what was thought to be two different cars were actually one and the same.

The Espada, introduced in 1968, was Lamborghini's first four-seater car. The Espada Series 3, the final version produced until 1978, is currently being restored by Polo Storico. The car on display at the show, with chassis number 8824, was delivered to a Lamborghini dealer in Milan in 1972 and then shipped to its first owner in Japan. It is presented in its bare sheet metal state, awaiting completion and return to its Japanese collector owner.

The Automobili Lamborghini stand can be found in Hall 32 at Bologna Fiere, between the Costituzione and Aldo Moro entrances. The show is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on October 27 and 28).