With more power and a lower drag coefficient than the Countach, the Diablo easily eclipsed its forebear, exceeding 200mph (322km/h) on test. More importantly, its acceleration and top speed figures were marginally better than those of the Ferrari F40. The Diablo though, was not a limited edition model like the latter but a series production car with a luxuriously appointed interior reflecting its designers’ intention to produce a civilised Gran Turismo as suited to city streets and motorways as the racetrack. Finished in Yellow with a black leather interior, this nicely presented example was first registered to former Formula 1 constructor Walter Wolf racing, subsequently finding its way to the United States, and now being offered from a UK-based Lamborghini collection. During its time the US the Diablo benefited from much care attention, supported by bills of c.$28,000. Since being repatriated into the EU the Diablo has joined a small Lamborghini collection, and has been treated to a service and other minor repairs as required, which were completed by road and racecar specialist Simpson Motorsport. In In 2018 the car was the star in the Lisa Riley show Sooty and Sweep, which was subsequently featured in the Lamborghini Club magazine Rivista Veloce. Offered with the relevant service history and owners manual, and supplied on a UK V5, we really feel this car merits further inspection.
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