When Audi group took control of Lamborghini, they had a considerable task on their hands to create the successor to the illustrious Diablo. The first car to be released under the new ownership would either make or break Lamborghini. Fortunately, the Murcielago heralded a triumphant return for the Italian brand after many years of declining sales. The new ownership helped breathe new life into the struggling manufacturer and the Murcielago proved an instant success, a combination of flamboyance and excitement combined with the refinement and reliability one would expect from a modern supercar.
The Murcielago was fitted with a 6.2-litre 60 degree V12 developed from the Diablo 6.0 V12, immediately signing its name to an engine heritage that started in the 1960s. With all-new variable valve timing and variable geometry intake systems, this V12 produced 572bhp at 7,500rpm and 650 Nm of torque at 5400 rpm fulfilling a top speed of 205mph and when combined with its four-wheel drive system, it could accelerate from standing to 60mph in a shattering 3.8 seconds.
To reduce weight the Murcielago's body was constructed of Carbon fibre over a steel tubular chassis with a steel roof and doors to help aid rigidity. This resulted in a weight of just 1,650 Kgs and a power to weight ratio of 350hp per tonne. The ride was handled using 4 wheel independent suspension and 4 piston brake calipers were used front and rear to stop this raging bull.
The ultimate version of arguably the most outlandish supercar on the road, the Murcielago SV was introduced 14 years after the formidable Diablo SV. A significant upgrade saw the car push 663bhp at 8,000rpm, up nearly 100bhp over the first introduced 6.2 and 29bhp over an LP640. No mean feat for a naturally aspirated engine. The retuned V12 receives a revised intake system, new valve timing and a new exhaust. Revised aerodynamics including a significant Carbon Fibre rear wing saw the car reach a higher top speed with greatly improved stability across the board.
The car shaves 100kg from standard. This was achieved by extensive use of Carbon Fibre combined with weight reductions in the engine, gearbox and the roof lining. The chassis changes alone save 20kg whilst increasing stiffness by 12 per cent. The LP670-4 SV can break 60mph in 3.2 seconds and 0-100mph in under 7 seconds. Limited to just 350 cars at launch, known production rests at 268 examples, of which just 70 RHD examples exist.
This example was supplied new by Lamborghini London in July 2009. With known and documented ownership from new, supported by comprehensive main dealer service history, this Arancio Atlas LP670-4 SuperVeloce marks a fitting and striking return to form for Lamborghini.
Optional Equipment
Much of the optional equipment on the LP640 was made standard on the SV and as a result, the options list was brief. The SV received both the front-axle vehicle lift and Lamborghini's carbon fibre-Reinforced Silicon Carbide brake discs as standard. Furthermore the SV received visual carbon fibre across the interior and air conditioning as standard fit.
Five standard colours were available as well as two satin options. The Kenwood infotainment system was removed to save weight but could be reinstated at no cost.
As such this example received:
Ownership Summary
Service History
Benefitting from comprehensive Lamborghini main dealer service history, this SV presents superbly and is available in our showrooms outside London immediately. With just a handful of examples supplied new to the UK, this example presents as a rare opportunity. Well optioned, with great service history, and its engine bay signed by former Lamborghini chief test driver Valentino Balboni, this is not one to miss!
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