Lamborghini Jalpa P350 GTS VIN. ZA9J00000FLA12217, 1985
Lamborghini Jalpa
Lamborghini Jalpa•
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Estimate: US$120,000 - US$150,000 USD
- VIN. ZA9J00000FLA12217
- 3,485cc DOHC V8 Engine
- 4 Two-barrel Weber 42 DCNF Carburetors
- 255bhp at 7,000rpm
- 5-Speed Manual Transaxle
- 4-Wheel Independent Wishbone Suspension
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- A Rare Lamborghini "junior" Supercar
- 1 of 410 built
- Removable Targa Top
- Factory air conditioning
Based on the defunct Silhouette, the Jalpa was reworked by the great engineer Giulio Alfieri, late of Maserati, who lengthened the engine's stroke for a capacity of 3,485cc. Maximum power increased to 255bhp, good enough to give the aerodynamic Jalpa a top speed of around 155mph. There were a few styling changes - neater chin spoiler, subtly altered rear quarters, different wheels - while inside the interior's ergonomics were significantly improved. Otherwise, the Jalpa remained much as its predecessor but would enjoy considerably greater success, remaining in production into the 1990s by which time 410 cars had been built.
THE CAR OFFERED
Finished in the quintessential Rosso Corsa over Tan leather hides, this Lamborghini Jalpa makes anything but a modest statement. With its dramatic rear wing, upgraded suspension and sport exhaust, not only does it look the part, but it makes for a fantastic driving experience. According to the consignor, this car had an in-depth restoration in 2007 to include a full repaint and interior attention. A recent major service was performed by Evan's Automotive with attention paid to the suspension, tuning, and correcting of various minor issues.
Recent upgrades include Lamborghini Countach-style wheels – 16" x 8" in the front and a whopping 16" x 10" in the rear, further enhancing its properly bold and very Lambo-like aesthetic. This Jalpa also boasts a new sound system built to mimic the classic looks of the classic 1980s-vintage Alpine AM/FM cassette stereo but updated with Bluetooth™ connectivity. All that is needed is to find that old Huey Lewis and the News cassette and press play! Remove the roof, don your aviators, crank up "The Power of Love" and live out your 80's fantasy in this rare and exciting V8 Lamborghini.
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