Lamborghini enthusiasts can remember the Lamborghini Miura - which made its impact on the automotive world in the 1960’s and ‘70’s. However, there are very few people who can remember the Miura Jota and the SV/J models. This was one of the rare models that was produced in 1970 purely for the use of testing out their theories and ideas for the Miura SV.
Lamborghini designers used the 1966 P400 Miura and the original Miura as guidlines for creating the 2009 Miura. It was said that the P400 was the sexiest vehicle that Lamborghini ever created. Which means that we can expect great things from the newest Miura. Walter de Silva, cheif designer for Lamborghini, gave the new Miura a more modern look for the younger consumers.
Lamborghini is getting ready for a major expansion of its product range as the Italian supercar maker draws even closer to German parent Audi. As early as next year, the Italians plan to introduce an all-new Miura, Lamborghini’s answer to the Ferrari Enzo. It will be derived mechanically from the midengine Audi Le Mans.
In a once in a lifetime history making sale, the one-off Lamborghini Bertone Miura Roadster been purchased by an American collector. Lamborghini’s Miura is considered the most beautiful and arguably most desirable post-war sports vehicle ever built for the road. A mere 762 Miura’s were produced between 1967 and 1973. The ultimate specification P400SV now commands prices of up to $800,000.
The Miura Roadster was built in 1968 by Marcello Gandini and Bertone for the Geneva Show that year. This car, chassis ZN 75, was more than just a quick job, it was dramatically different from production Miuras.
As released at the show, the Roadster featured larger air intakes and a lower roll-over hoop which distinguished it from any other Miura. Other modifications included different taillights and a larger spoiler. As needed, the box section structure of the chassis was strengthened up to cope with additional loads usually absorbed by the roof.