Lamborghini Showcases Espada and Countach at Auto Expo

author: FutureCar Staff    

Automobili Lamborghini is set to make its official debut at the 40th edition of the Auto e Moto d'Epoca classic car show in Bologna. This marks the first time the luxury car manufacturer will participate in the event, which now takes place in the capital of its home province. The Lamborghini Polo Storico stand will feature two iconic vehicles: the first Countach LP 400 ever produced and the body of an Espada currently undergoing restoration.

Alessandro Farmeschi, After Sales Director of Automobili Lamborghini, expressed his excitement about the company's participation in the event. He stated, "At the Bologna stand, we are presenting two cars that symbolize the company's preservation of its heritage and the Polo Storico restoration service: the first Countach, the LP 400 normally on display at our museum in Sant'Agata Bolognese, and an Espada Series 3 owned by a Japanese enthusiast that is currently undergoing restoration."

Polo Storico, established in 2015, is the department of Automobili Lamborghini dedicated to preserving the company's rich heritage. It manages the company archives, conducts classic car restorations, certifies classic Lamborghinis, and organizes events for Lamborghini collectors.

The oldest Countach in existence is chassis number 1120001, which made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 1973. This car holds great historical significance as it differs from the first Countach produced, the LP 500 show car displayed in 1971. After being used for tests and development trials, the car seemingly disappeared in September 1973. However, it resurfaced in 2003 when an LP 400 was found in Switzerland. Extensive restoration work revealed that the car was the same one that had been painted green, leading many to believe it was a separate vehicle.

The Espada, introduced in 1968, was the first four-seater car produced by Automobili Lamborghini. The Espada Series 3, the final version of the model, was in production until 1978. The Espada displayed at the show, with chassis number 8824, was delivered in 1972 and is currently being restored by Polo Storico. It is still in the bare sheet metal stage and is awaiting completion before being returned to its Japanese collector owner.

The Automobili Lamborghini stand can be found in Hall 32 between the Costituzione and Aldo Moro entrances to Bologna Fiere. The show will run from October 26 to 29, with opening hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on October 27 and 28).

FutureCar Staff