A restored 1972 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV coupe, one out of only 150 units made, will cross the auction block in mid-August expected to sell for U.S. $3.5–4.25 million. The seller claims that its exterior finish makes it entirely unique.
The Miura, which would proceed to rewrite the rules of the genre, was created by engineer Giampaolo Dallara and designer Marcello Gandini. It debuted in 1965 as a bare chassis without any bodywork on, enabling the audience to appreciate its innovative mid-engine layout.
The structure kept getting better throughout the year, and the P400 SV model shown here was the third major design iteration. It wound up with a revised chassis, ventilated rear seats and a V12 boosted to 385 PS (380 hp / 283 kW). It was produced from 1971 until 1973.
A vivid-blue exterior paint with golden side sill accents and wheels makes this example unique, the seller argues. The interior is trimmed with white leather. It is one out of only 30 such cars specified with an optional AC: in the early 1970s, the option cost $555.
The coupe had three owners, the first of whom had the car until 2010. The original license plate that this Miura received when it was first commissioned for the road is included in the sale.