The Diablo boasted a steel spaceframe chassis similar to its predecessor, but one that was refined with ‘crumple zones’ and draped in carbon-fibre panels. Further enhancements included an enlarged 5.7-litre V12 now with fuel injection producing just-shy of 500 bhp and significant improvements in the suspension. These key characteristics ensured that the Diablo was the first Raging Bull to clear the 200mph hurdle, testament to it being the first model designed with aerodynamics in mind.
This Lamborghini Diablo is one of the earliest examples supplied to the U.K. market in right-hand drive, presented in its original specification of Argento Metallic over Rosso interior. Consigned to Portman, then Lamborghini Concessionaires for the U.K., the car rolled off the production line in Sant’Agata in August 1991 and was delivered to its first custodian in October 1991. Being an early production Diablo, the car has some distinctive features over later models including a higher and adjustable dash binnacle (also nicknamed ‘high-dash’), an optional high rear wing and 17’’ tele-dial wheels.
With an extensive and known UK-history, this Diablo was owned by noted enthusiasts and collectors, one of whom updated the appearance of the car following the release of the SE30. This variant was a limited production Diablo built to celebrate the company’s 30th Anniversary, with the owner purchasing an SE30 front bumper and fitting it to this vehicle in period. Enjoying limited, but consistent useage through the 90s and 00s, this Diablo would enjoy regular maintained by renowned marque specialist Mike Pullen of Carrera Sport.
In 2020, the previous custodian of this high-dash Diablo (the owner of a Mclaren approved body shop) commissioned a complete cosmetic refresh of the vehicle, which included a comprehensive repaint in its original shade. Once the works were finished, Furlonger were tasked with professionally storing the vehicle and maintaining where required and we are delighted to bring the car to the market today. This Diablo poses an exciting opportunity for those seeking a very early production Diablo, with a desirable specification and presented in excellent order throughout.
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