LOT 65
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 GTS VIN. ZA9J00000FLA12217
Estimate: US$120,000 - US$150,000
Lot 65
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 GTS
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 GTS
VIN. ZA9J00000FLA12217
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
*64,426 kilometers at the time of cataloguing (40,032 miles)
THE LAMBORGHINI JALPA
The aim of a smaller less-expensive model to complement its V12-powered cars was realized by Lamborghini in 1970 with the announcement of the Urraco P250. Intended to compete with rivals such as Ferrari's Dino and Porsche's 911, the four-seater Urraco retained the Miura's basic mid-engine layout, but in place of the former's transverse 4.0-liter V12, it used a compact 2.5-liter V8. A two-seater development, the wild Bertone-styled Silhouette, appeared in 1976 powered by the Urraco P300's four-cam, 3.0-liter V8. Intended as a 308GTB competitor, the Silhouette possessed excellent handling balance and was every bit as quick as the Ferrari in a straight line, but never achieved anything like the same volume of sales, due likely to Lamborghini's famous financial struggles of the era. The Silhouette lasted little more than a year with a mere 52 built and was gone by 1978. The Urraco followed suit a year later, and the concept of a smaller V8-engined Lamborghini lapsed until the arrival of the Jalpa in 1982.
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.
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
*64,426 kilometers at the time of cataloguing (40,032 miles)
THE LAMBORGHINI JALPA
The aim of a smaller less-expensive model to complement its V12-powered cars was realized by Lamborghini in 1970 with the announcement of the Urraco P250. Intended to compete with rivals such as Ferrari's Dino and Porsche's 911, the four-seater Urraco retained the Miura's basic mid-engine layout, but in place of the former's transverse 4.0-liter V12, it used a compact 2.5-liter V8. A two-seater development, the wild Bertone-styled Silhouette, appeared in 1976 powered by the Urraco P300's four-cam, 3.0-liter V8. Intended as a 308GTB competitor, the Silhouette possessed excellent handling balance and was every bit as quick as the Ferrari in a straight line, but never achieved anything like the same volume of sales, due likely to Lamborghini's famous financial struggles of the era. The Silhouette lasted little more than a year with a mere 52 built and was gone by 1978. The Urraco followed suit a year later, and the concept of a smaller V8-engined Lamborghini lapsed until the arrival of the Jalpa in 1982.
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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