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Lamborghini recalls Countach LPI 800-4

In August 2021, Lamborghini unveiled the new Countach LPI 800-4, inspired by the original Countach that premiered half a century ago. It is a limited edition that was produced in only 112 units, and all cars were sold out in the first week. However, Countach LPI 800-4 owners already have a problem as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that all cars must be recalled.

After last month’s incident in Qatar, when one of the four glass panels above the engine compartment fell off the Countach, the NHTSA decided to recall all cars, noting that it could be dangerous for drivers and increase the risk of traffic collisions.

Lamborghini has already conducted an internal investigation and after testing found that the problem was caused by a supplier error. It was also found that there is a possibility of the same problem on other cars and the only option was a recall.

In January 2023, Lamborghini will contact all owners to return the vehicles to dealers for inspection. The glass panels will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 is powered by a 6.5-liter V12 engine combined with an electric motor with a total power of 803 hp (599 kW) and 531 lb-ft (720 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 7-speed ISR (Independent Shifting Rods) automatic gearbox. It reaches 62 mph in 2.8 seconds, 124 mph (200 km/h) in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 221 mph (355 km/h).

Source: NHTSA

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1999 Lamborghini Diablo GTR for sale

In 1998, Lamborghini introduced a limited edition, the Diablo GT. A year later, the Italian automaker unveiled a version constructed to race in the Lamborghini Diablo Supertrophy, the Diablo GT-R. It was produced in only 30 examples and one of them, the 1999 Lamborghini Diablo GTR, is for sale.

The body of the car, which is almost entirely made of carbon fiber, is finished in Superfly Yellow and is in good condition. It is equipped with a massive rear wing, a fully integrated roll cage, Brembo Racing brakes with ventilated/drilled discs with 4 calipers (front) and 2 calipers at the rear, while the interior is bare. One seat and six-point harness remained, and a fire extinguisher and fresh air supply were added, replacing the air conditioner and stereo.

Under the hood is a 6.0 L V12 engine with 590 hp (434 kW) and 472 lb-ft (640 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. It reaches 60 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 210 mph (338 km/h). It sits on a set of 18-inch wheels wrapped in 245/645 R18 (front) and 325/705 R18 (rear) tires.

The Lamborghini Diablo GTR is a collector’s car with only 6,968 kilometers on the odometer. The auction will take place on November 26 and the estimated value of the car is between €775,000 – €875,000 EUR.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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2023 Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, the last one with ICE

At the beginning of the year, Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann said that this will be the last year in which the only offer will be internal combustion engines, as they will offer their first plug-in hybrid model in 2023. Thus, the honor of being the last Lamborghini with an internal combustion engine will go to the 2023 Huracan Sterrato, which will be presented at this year’s Art Basel festival in Miami (USA), which will take place from December 1-4.

The all-terrain super sports car will be powered by a centrally located naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 engine. It is currently unknown whether this will be a version that develops 631 hp (464 kW) like the STO and Huracan Tecnica. However, unlike these two versions, it is certain that the Sterrato will have AWD.

The car is additionally raised from the ground compared to the standard Huracan, protected and widened. Obviously, Lamborghini intends to expand its offer and make it more attractive, so that it can respond to the recently unveiled Ferrari Purosangue as well as the Porsche 911 Safari/Dakar, which the German company is seriously working on.

Lamborghini has not announced how many units of the Huracan Sterrato will be produced. Some rumors say that it could be a limited edition, because Lamborghini will say goodbye to Huracan in 2024.

Source: Lamborghini