Today we’re going to be discussing perhaps one of the most special Lamborghini’s ever produced, and also one of the best examples to ever be displayed on this page. This is the unbelievable 1996 Lamborghini Diablo SV (TLA12518), 1 of under 400 examples (believed to be 348) of the Diablo SV between coupe & roadster that were built for the world, with this particular example being finished in a color known as ‘Blue Le Mans’ with orange accents and a nero Alcantara interior. The SV (Super Veloce) was launched in 1995 at the Geneva Motor Show, and featured a number of exterior and mechanical enhancements over its predecessor models. Despite its power improvements, the Diablo SV quickly became Lamborghini’s entry model, and by entry, meaning the least expensive in the series of Diablo variants available at the time. Most Diablo SV examples were given a large ‘SV’ logo on the doors, however, the client could also request the factory to leave the panels alone. The Diablo SV also came standard with an adjustable rear wing, and larger breaks. As for this specific example, this SV was originally constructed on June 21st of 1996 and was originally built and delivered in Italy, where it still is believed to be residing to this day. This example also has the extremely rare ‘SV’ headrest logo option and many other desirable options that makes this SV stand out from the crowd! In 1999, the Diablo model as a whole received a mid-cycle facelift, and the SV model became the new ‘entry-level’ trim at the time. Any true Lamborghini aficionados will be able to differentiate the 1999 model year from it’s predecessors thanks to the removal of the highly praised ‘pop-up headlights’, which have instead been replaced with composite lenses, which are said to have been borrowed units from the same ones that were applied on the Nissan 300ZX (Z32).
How many made? Under 400 examples of the Diablo SV between coupe & roadster (still being tracked). The most accurate number is believed to be 348 total.
Engine: 5.7L naturally aspirated V12 - 529hp
Debut: 1995 Geneva Motor Show
Top Speed: 204mph
0-60mph: 3.9 seconds
Photo Credit: @davidclementephotography
Research: @rarecarsonly