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LOT 34

1991 Lamborghini Diablo VIN. ZA9DU07G5MLA12361

Estimate: US$300,000 - US$350,000
Lot 34

45,740 kilometers recorded at the time of cataloging
1991 Lamborghini Diablo

The Greenwich Auction|31 May 2026, 10:00 EDT|Greenwich

1991 Lamborghini Diablo
VIN. ZA9DU07G5MLA12361


5,707cc DOHC V-12 Petrol Engine  
Multi-point Fuel Injection  
Output: 485bhp at 7,000rpm  
6-Speed Manual Transmission  
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension  
Four-Wheel Ventilated Disc Brakes  

* Canadian market specification with documented multi-province ownership history
* Beautiful and rare factory Midnight Blue Metallic exterior with matching t an interior
* Clean Carfax including comprehensive service history
* 45,740 kilometers recorded at the time of cataloguing



THE DIABLO 

The Lamborghini Diablo debuted in 1990 as the spiritual successor to the legendary Countach, instantly securing its place as one of the most iconic supercars of the 1990s. Conceived at a time when Lamborghini sought to reassert its status at the very pinnacle of ultra-high-performance motoring, the Diablo was a masterwork from chief engineer Luigi Marmiroli and famed stylist Marcello Gandini—whose dramatic lines had already immortalized the Miura and Countach.  

Developed during a period of great transition at Lamborghini, including investment from Chrysler Corporation, the Diablo's gestation was marked by uncompromising technical ambition. At its core was a magnificent 5.7-liter DOHC V-12 engine—Lamborghini's signature powerplant—now uprated to deliver 485 bhp, enough to smash the 200-mph barrier and put the world on notice. Acceleration was equally extreme: the Diablo vaulted from rest to 100 km/h in just over four seconds, cementing its place among the fastest production cars ever built.  

Beneath the sensuous Gandini bodywork—an intoxicating blend of aggression and elegance—lurked a state-of-the-art chassis with rear-wheel drive, four-wheel independent suspension, and powerful ventilated disc brakes. The interior, trimmed with hand-stitched leather and filled with unique switchgear, provided a level of comfort and occasion appropriate for the marque's flagship. Lamborghini further refined the ergonomics and practicality compared to the Countach, broadening appeal to a new generation of discerning enthusiasts.  

New standards in ride, handling, and roadholding set the Diablo apart from competitors, yet the car retained the intoxicating character and drama that defined the marque. Balancing tradition and innovation, the Diablo offered hydraulic power steering, climate control, and improved sound insulation—features that enhanced usability without compromising its raw, exotic soul.  

Production remained limited, with only a modest number of examples leaving Sant'Agata Bolognese each year, and markets such as Canada receiving very few cars. Early Diablos, like the example offered here, are especially prized for their purity—all the power and drama of the initial specification, without the all-wheel-drive or later electronic driver aids that gradually tempered the model.  

Collectors today revere the early Diablo as a watershed analog supercar, a mechanical tour de force at the twilight of Lamborghini's pre-digital era. Surviving examples in original colors—with matching drivetrains and unmodified specification—are especially desirable, as many Diablos were repainted or personalized over the years. Their presence at international concours, enthusiast rallies, and marque gatherings further attests to their growing status as modern blue-chip classics.  

Few supercars so completely embody the electricity and optimism of their age as the Diablo, a car built for the committed driver who demands style, substance, and unmatched presence in equal measure. For those seeking a visceral and highly collectible statement piece, the Diablo occupies rarefied ground.  


THE CAR OFFERED

This 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is presented in its rare and factory-correct Midnight Blue Metallic finish over a tan leather interior, an elegant and seldom-seen specification for an early Diablo, particularly within the Canadian market. The car's provenance is well documented, with registrations spanning Quebec, Alberta, and Ontario prior to its recent title transfer to Florida in 2026. Throughout its history, the vehicle has been consistently maintained and shows no reported accident history or odometer discrepancies as affirmed by its clean CARFAX report.

Accompanying the car is a documented service history comprising eleven recorded entries, including engine inspections, powertrain module servicing, and water pump replacement. These records reflect attentive long-term care and ongoing mechanical maintenance in keeping with the standards expected of a flagship Lamborghini of the era.

Preserved in a highly authentic configuration, this Diablo continues to stand out through its striking Midnight Blue Metallic over tan leather color combination—an exceptionally uncommon pairing that enhances both its visual presence and collectability. The cabin and exterior present with the character and patina expected of a carefully maintained early-production example, while the accompanying documentation—including CARFAX reports, a May 2026 service invoice from Foreign Affairs, and pre-purchase inspections conducted in 2025—provides valuable transparency into the car's ownership history and continued stewardship.

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