Vehicle Description
To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Auctions America's Fort Lauderdale
event, March 31-2, 2017.
Chassis No.
ZA9DU07P3NLA12537
Estimate:
$150,000 - $175,000 US
After a successful run by the famous Lamborghini Countach,
Lamborghini knew it was time for a new model that would continue to
grow the brand. Development of the new model, called the Diablo,
started in 1985 and took five years of development before it was
presented to the general public on January 21, 1990 in Monte Carlo.
The name �Diablo' is said to pay homage to a fierce fighting bull
from the 19th century.
The styling development was completed by Marcello Gandini who had
also designed the Lamborghini Miura and Countach. Marcello's
initial design was altered a bit by the styling team at Chrysler in
Detroit, Michigan. Chrysler had acquired Lamborghini in April of
1987, halfway through the total development time of the Diablo.
Chrysler's alterations are said to not be too far from the original
design since Marcello still put his signature on the side of the
final car. The interior of the Diablo was designed by Chrysler and
featured fully adjustable seats and hand-stitched Italian leather
upholstery. Entrance into the Diablo was made easier than the
Countach and side visibility was also improved dramatically. There
were few options on the Diablo which included a remote CD changer
and subwoofer, the rear wing, factory fitted luggage and a Breguet
clock.
When the Diablo was originally built, its top speed was projected
at 325-Km/h. However, on the Nardo race track it reached a
staggering 340-Km/h. The drivetrain that pushed the Diablo to these
speeds consisted of a multi-point fuel-injected V-12 engine with
four valves per-cylinder, and a displacement of 5.7-liters. The
engine would produce 492-bhp. The Diablo's performance put it at
the top of the exotic cars with the likes of Bugatti and
Jaguar.
This Lamborghini is powered by the standard 5.7-liter V-12 engine
that is paired to a five-speed manual transmission. The car is
complete with air conditioning, rack and pinion power steering,
tinted glass, a premium sound system and the optional factory rear
wing. The current owner purchased the car on August 24, 2009. The
mileage now is at 43,000 kilometers and the car has been maintained
by the owner's private mechanic. Included with the Diablo are the
original books and tools. Following is a list of services that have
been completed while under the current owners care.
2010 - Replaced two air box sensors, new air filters, all belts and
hoses replaced, oil and filter changed, new fuel filter, flushed
and replaced antifreeze.
2012 - All four shocks rebuilt.
2014 - Replaced battery, replaced air conditioning hose and charged
system with R134a.
2015 - Oil and filter change, all fluids checked and replaced all
four tires.
This Diablo is not like every other Diablo available on the market.
It is backed by numerous show wins that confirm the state of the
car and how well the current owner has taken care of it. Following
is a list of show-wins for the Diablo.
Winter Park Concours d'Elegance in Florida:
Best in Class - 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Exotic Car Festival in Celebration, Florida:
Platinum (the top award) - 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Festivals of Speed exotic car shows throughout Central Florida:
Best in Class - 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016
