Between August 31 and September 4 you could catch a glimpse of the brand new Lamborghini V10 Huracán Tecnica at Blenheim Palace, finished in the stunning Arancio Xanto, a shade that was introduced on the Huracán EVO a while ago, with the power from the STO, which is a track weapon, and the more refined looks that are an evolution of the current EVO, and talking about the Huracán STO, Lamborghini had a very nice Grigio Lynx finished STO on the stand for comparison.

The third Raging Bull on the Lamborghini stand at Salon Privé was the ultimate version of the outgoing flagship V12 model, the Lamborghini Aventador LP780-4 Ultimae finished in the amazing-looking Grigio Acheso, paying homage to the last of the naturally-aspirated V12 Lamborghini before we’ll get to see the replacement at the end of 2022, which as we all know will still retain the V12 engine, but a completely new development that has been built to be a hybrid from the start, a trend that will continue with more new model unveils in 2023 and onwards.

But rumor has it the Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica that has only just been unveiled can’t even be ordered anymore, we’ve read the window during which clients could order the Tecnica only opened for a short while, although there has been no mention of it being a limited edition model, it seems they are really putting a cap on how many of these smoother looking STO derivatives will be built in the end, at the same time the source did mention you can still order the STO at the time of writing, which seems odd if you come to think about the fact that Lamborghini has revealed their entire 2024 production is sold out already … and by 2025 we’ll probably be looking at the Huracán replacement too, so my guess is that if you really want to order a brand new Huracán, you’d better hurry.

Artist Paul Oz was invited by Automobili Lamborghini SpA to the event to create a bespoke painting featuring the famous Lamborghini Raging Bull logo using thick oils on carbon fiber, this modern artist specializes in automotive and motorsport art and sculpture, he created an amazingly vibrant piece, which happened to be already sold to a Lamborghini owner, so no, you can’t buy it anymore.

On the lawns of Salon Privé, a specially-curated Platinum Collection of cars from the last 70 years in honor of the Queen’s Jubilee, showcased no less than three exceptional Lamborghini models from the past, like an extremely rare Reventón Roadster from 2010, with 20 units made of the Reventón Coupe in 2008, the Roadster was even more limited to just 15 units, but this one was in fact an RHD version, and only three of those were made for the entire world, this Reventón Roadster is just as rare as the Veneno Coupe if you think about it.

If you want to talk about rare and exclusive Lamborghini models, how about a 1973 Miura P400 SVJ? This was chassis #4860, said to be the fourth and final Miura SV ‘Jota’ to be officially modified right at the Lamborghini factory, this specific silver ‘modificato’ was built on special order for Hubert Hahne, a long-time friend of the late Ferruccio Lamborghini from Germany, Ferruccio personally kept an eye on this car during its construction, hence this specific one came with several unique details including a larger fuel tank and stiffer suspension.

This famous Miura SVJ has been completely restored under the direction of the in-house Lamborghini Polo Storico department, during which a rigorous research and certification process was undertaken, subsequently, this car was awarded a certificate of historical authenticity by Lamborghini, with the ‘Hahne Jota’ honored in 2020 when exhibited by Lamborghini Polo Storico at Paris Rétromobile.

Finally, another important, limited-edition Lamborghini was presented too, the Diablo SE30, or Special Edition 30, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the founding of Automobili Lamborghini SpA in 1963, in total only 150 units of the Diablo SE30 were built, many of which were finished in the famous Viola 30 hue, a bright purple metallic, with a blue Alcantara interior, although most cars for the US market (25 of the 150 in total) came with a leather upholstery instead. This titanium Diablo SE30 on display was number 64/150, originally delivered to a customer in Austria back in 1996, but today in UK ownership.

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According to the listing for this Lamborghini Reventón Roadster it is the only RHD version outside of Asia, which makes this specific car even more tempting for any serious collector out there, and it is priced to sell at only £1,100,000 (that is about €1,300,000 or US $ 1,750,000) … keep in mind the original MSRP was set at €1,100,000 back in 2009 when she was introduced at the IAA in Frankfurt.

So we are looking at a highly limited production car with features years’ ahead of its time back then like the dashboard display, the LED Y-shape taillights, the glossy black wheels with clear carbon fiber fins … all bespoke for the Reventón back in 2007 and 2009. Note the actual matte grey shade used on the Reventón Roadster is ever so slightly lighter compared to the matte grey on the original 2007 Reventón Coupé … add to this the amazing Alcantara interior combined with smooth leather and clear carbon fiber and you end up with an absolutely beautiful looking work of art.

The Reventón Roadster used a slightly uprated V12 engine from the Murciélago to power itself to a top speed of 330 Km/h / 205 Mph with acceleration figures to match … from 0 to 100Km/h (62Mph) in only 3.3 seconds thanks to a power output of 670 hp at 8,000 rpm … this specific car that is now offered for sale has only covered 1,000 miles in the hands of the one and only owner since being registered in June 2010.

This surely is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a car even Automobili Lamborghini SpA stated to be available to only 1 in 700,000,000 people … being a RHD version lowers these chances even further … so will you be the lucky one ?

Original listing : SuperVettura.com

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ultimately open Designer piece with uncompromising performance

Lamborghini presents the ultimate driving machine among open-top two-seaters : the Reventón Roadster is a sports car of breathtaking fascination, menacing power and uncompromising performance. The 6.5 liter twelve-cylinder generates 493 kW (670 PS), catapulting the Roadster from 0 to 100 Km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 3.4 seconds and onwards to a top speed of 330 KM/h (205 mph). The open-top Reventón is not only one of the fastest, but also one of the most exclusive cars in the world Lamborghini has limited the series.

The Lamborghini Reventón is not destined to remain a one-off. Less than 20 Lamborghini friends and collectors will be able to own this extraordinary car and, naturally, enjoy the incomparable pleasure of driving it.

Each Reventón Roadster will be sold for 1.1 Million Euro (without taxes). Deliveries will begin October 2009.

“The Reventón is the most extreme car in the history of the brand,” comments Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. “The new Roadster adds an extra emotional component to our combined technological expertise it unites superior performance with the sensual fascination of open-top driving.” The Reventón Coupé was presented at the 2007 IAA in Frankfurt and was sold out immediately.

Open-top sports cars are a tradition at Lamborghini that stretches back over 40 years. In 1968, the company from Sant’Agata Bolognese built a Miura without a fixed roof as a one-off. The Diablo Roadster appeared in 1995 with its targa roof anchored to the engine cover.

Sculpture with extreme dynamics

All Lamborghinis are created with an avantgarde approach to design; a fastmoving technical sculpture. The Reventón Roadster is derived from the same creative thinking as the Coupé. Its designers found their inspiration in aviation the aggressive wedge shape evokes images of fighter jets. The powerful arrowhead form at the front, the mighty air intakes pulled way forward, the broad side skirts, the upwards opening scissor doors and the rear end with its menacing edges, the Roadster is clad in a design of maximum functionality and spectacular clarity. Details set stylish accents, such as headlamps featuring bi-xenon units with LEDs forming the daytime running lights and indicators. The rear lamps are also equipped with LEDs.

Like the Coupé, the Reventon Roadster measures 4700 mm (185 in.) long. It has a wheelbase of 2665 mm (105 in.) and is 2058 mm (81 in.) wide and 1132 mm (45 in.) high. The driver and passenger seating positions are low and sporty, separated by a substantial central tunnel.

Behind the two seats are two hidden pop-up bars that deploy upwards in just a few hundredths of a second in the event of an imminent rollover. A fixed, horizontal wing-shaped member behind the seats bears the third brake light. The design of the Roadster’s long back is also quite distinct from that of the Coupé. The engine bonnet is virtually horizontal and a total of four windows made from glass provide a view of the mighty V12 in all its technical elegance.

Stiff bodyshell base

The base bodyshell of the Reventón is already so stiff that the Roadster requires only minimal reinforcement. It has a dry weight of only 1690 Kg (3,725 lbs.), just 25 Kg, (55 lbs.) more than the Coupé. Like the Coupé, the cell of the Roadster is made from high-strength steel profile and carbon components joined with specialist adhesive and rivets. The bodyshell is made almost entirely from carbon fiber elements, with sheet steel used only for the outer door skins.

Exclusive grey paintwork

A unique paint finish completes the razor sharp design language of the Lamborghini Reventón Roadster. For this exclusive special edition, designers have created a new shade of matt grey called Reventón Grey. As for the Reventon Coupé, which is a slightly different shade of grey, this is a matt paint finish that, in the sunlight, displays an unexpected impression of depth thanks to its special metal particles.

The wheels of the Reventón Roadster also incorporate the interplay of matt and glossy elements. The five spokes of the rims each bear a Y-form, and on each spoke are mounted small crescent-shaped wings made from matte carbon. These provide not only an unusual visual impact, but also a turbine effect that further improves cooling of the mighty ceramic brake discs.

Aircraft-style displays

The interior of the Reventón Roadster conveys the same powerful design as the exterior. The cockpit is structured with technical clarity, the interfaces arranged for functionality. Like a modern aircraft, the open two-seater no longer has classic analogue instrumentation, instead information is delivered via two transreflective and one transmissive liquid-crystal displays.

The driver can switch between two modes at the touch of a button, one digital view with illuminated bars and one level with classic round dials, albeit with changing color graphics. Centrally located at the top of the display is the G-force meter. It represents the intensity of the forces acting on the Reventón Roadster under acceleration, braking and heavy cornering; the same format used in Formula 1.

The instruments are mounted in a casing machined from solid aluminum which is housed in a carbon fiber dashboard. The interior displays uncompromisingly clean craftsmanship and features a host of carbon fiber applications e.g. on the center tunnel aluminum, Alcantara and leather. The central panels and the seat cushions are perforated, with precision stitching gracing their outer edges.

Lamborghini has equipped the Reventón Roadster with full options.

An icon of engine design

The twelve-cylinder engine that powers the Reventón Roadster is a Lamborghini icon and the technical feature that defines the character of the car. It is one of the world’s most powerful naturally-aspirated engines. With a compression ratio of 11 : 1 and a displacement of 6496 cc (396.41 in3,) it generates 670 PS (493 kW) at 8,000 rpm. Its maximum torque of 660 Nm (487 lb-ft) kicks in at 6,000 rpm.

The V12 engine is a masterpiece of Italian engineering. Two chains drive its four camshafts that, in turn, operate the 48 valves. Together with the three-phase adjustable intake manifold, the variable valve timing delivers a meaty torque build-up. Dry sump lubrication ensures that the hi-tech power unit has a constant supply of oil, even under heavy lateral acceleration. The absence of the oil sump means a low mounting position benefitting the car’s outstanding handling characteristics.

The V12 catapults the Reventón Roadster from 0 to 100 Km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 3.4 seconds and onwards to a top speed of 330 Km/h (205 mph). It reacts with the eagerness of a racing engine to input from the right foot, revving to 8,000 rpm and beyond, and performing a symphony that sends shudders along the spine. The deep booming bass, the powerful mid-range and the exultant horn section play music that, once heard, can never be forgotten.

All-wheel drive for maximum traction

In classic Lamborghini style, the aluminum engine is mounted longitudinally in front of the rear axle, with the transmission ahead of it beneath the center tunnel. This layout results in 58 percent of the overall weight being borne by the rear wheels, ideal for a powerful sports car.

This layout accommodates the Viscous Traction permanent all-wheel drive. Under normal conditions, it sends the vast majority of the driving force to the rear wheels. Should they begin to spin, the central viscous coupling sends up to 35 percent of the power via an additional shaft to the front axle. Limited-slip differentials are located there and at the rear axle with 25 and 45 percent lock respectively.

Lamborghini introduced the all-wheel drive principle with the Diablo. The reason back then was just as clear as it is today – four driven wheels grip far better than two, and the more powerful the engine, the greater the impact of this fundamental law of physics.

Also standard on the Reventón Roadster is the e.gear automated six-speed sequential manual transmission. The driver controls the gear shift, which is activated hydraulically via two steering wheel paddles. In addition to the “Normal” mode, the system offers a “Corsa” and a “low adherence” mode. The driver just has to keep his foot to the floor – the rest is handled by e.gear.

Running gear layout from motorsport

The Reventón Roadster keeps the extreme power of its engine in check with a running gear layout derived directly from motorsport. Each wheel boasts double wishbone suspension, with one spring strut on each side of the front axle and two each at the rear. The front end of the car can be raised by 40 mm (about 1.6 in.) to protect the underside of the vehicle over potholes or on steep entrances into underground garages.

The open two-seater runs on 18-inch wheels. The front tires measure 245/35, while the rears are 335/30. Dedicated air channels in the bodyshell cool the four wheel brakes. Carbon-fiber ceramic discs are standard, they have an extremely lightweight construction, operate with virtually no fade, are corrosion-free and achieve the highest service life. Each disc has a diameter of 380 mm (~15 in.) and is gripped by six-piston calipers.

As fast as the open two-seater may be, its road manners are impeccable. Its performance limits are extremely high, yet effortless to control. And, on exiting a bend, all four wheels stick tenaciously to the asphalt. The permanent all-wheel drive dovetails the car firmly with the road, delivering decisive benefits in traction and stability.

High-performance aerodynamics

A further distinctive characteristic of the Reventón Roadster is its calm directional stability even at extremely high speeds, a feature that also turns fast highway stretches into sheer joy. Alongside the bodyshell design and the smooth underbody, which culminates in a powerfully formed diffuser, the rear spoiler carries responsibility for downforce. It deploys from the rear edge at about 130 Km/h (80 mph) and adopts an even steeper angle as of about 220 Km/h (136 mph). The entire aerodynamic concept around and through the car is radically laid out for performance.

State-of the-art development techniques

Lamborghini used state-of-the-art, highly networked processes to bring the Reventón Roadster to life. The design, CAD work and model making that took place in the Centro Stile, which opened in 2004, were accompanied continuously by specialists and test engineers from the Research & Development Department.

The Design Department is directly linked to the neighbouring Ufficio Tecnico, ensuring rapid implementation of ideas. Lamborghini’s capabilities also include the independent development of the complete electronic platform. This incorporates all control units, including those for the V12 and the innovative cockpit displays.

All units of the Reventón Roadster are being built on the Sant’Agata Bolognese production line, with perfect craftsmanship and to the highest levels of quality.

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They show a very nice, new design for the glass engine cover found on the Reventon, what engine will lay underneath isn’t disclosed yet, but it will at least feature 650 Bhp, if not 670 Bhp as seen on the Murciélago LP670-4 SuperVeloce, perhaps even more, nothing is officially listed on this yet. I will be visiting the IAA next Tuesday, so probably I’ll be able to see it in real life and get some more details on the specifications for this amazing looking, yet very limited, new Lamborghini, as some sources stated earlier only 9 would be built, however today a figure of 20 was going round on the internet.

We will all have to wait and see what Stephan Winkelmann will suprize us with next week, until the official press release from Automobili Lamborghini SpA, all figures and prices are mere speculation anyway. A note about the pricing, remember the original Reventon that was unveiled only two years ago during the very same IAA in Frankfurt? Only 20 would be built of that one too, and surprisingly enough all of them were already sold for a cool 1 million Euro (before taxes).

I don’t know if this new Roadster edition is also sold out by now, but chances are that the asking price will carry a serious premium over the closed version, number from 1.250.000 right up to 1.750.000 have been circulating all over the net. If we take a closer look at the photographs available now we naturally recognize the lines already found on the ‘regular’ Murciélago LP640 Roadster, especially the treatment of the side windows, but still the designers at the Centro Stile managed to put something special together for this new masterpiece.

There is now some sort of spoiler between the ‘shoulders’ that holds the third stop light, also an extra reinforcement is visible over the glass engine cover, that fortunately has been retained on the Reventon Roadster. If I’m right, there could even be a different roof for this Reventon, it would make sense to create some kind of hard top to be fitted on this super exotic, one point that wasn’t received kindly by all Murciélago Roadster owners was the canvas roof, perhaps they replaced or modified it for the Reventon Roadster, hence the ‘wing’ behind the seats to support it.

Note that this is wishful thinking on my behalf, it would be nice however to be able to reach high speeds even with the roof in place, as today the Murciélago is restriced when not driving topless. Honestly I can’t wait for next Tuesday when I will be able to lay my eyes on this magnificent new car from Sant’Agata, perhaps not as mind boggling as the SuperVeloce in Geneva, but a Reventon Roadster sure would look nice on my driveway any day.

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A lot has been going around about this latest limited edition that could be made at Sant’Agata, most voices state it will finally be unveiled to the public during the IAA in Frankfurt next September, however not a single official statement has been made about this, so it is still all just speculation.

Nothing is originating from the factory about this new super car pur sang, but if we take a look at the previous Reventòn, which was also introduced at the IAA in Frankfurt now two years ago, we can however make some educated guesses about what this car might bring when it actually makes it onto the stand in a few weeks.

The Lamborghini Reventòn Roadster will again be a highly limited edition, some state 9 will be built, others now mention a total of 10 to be built, and actual production (or even introduction to the public) would not happen until all cars were signed for is a statement that started living a life of it’s own on the Internet the last two months or so.

Naturally figures are not available, but expect similar ones compared to the closed coupé version, however this time Automobili Lamborghini SpA could be installing the 670 Bhp version of their V12 that is also mounted in the Super Veloce edition of the regular Murciélago (can I use ‘regular’ and Murciélago in one sentence ?) so performance figures will be impressive as we’ve come accustomed to from the Raging Bull builders.

Care to know how much ? Remember the original Reventòn was a cool one million Euro two years ago, this time the Reventòn Roadster would be available for 1,150,000 Euro + Taxes of the rumors on the Internet are anything to go by, that would mean a 15% surplus compared to the earlier car, which was only built 20 times by the way, and only a handful are actually driven by there owners, which is a real shame.

The few independent tests that were done with the Reventòn in 2007 all stated this car had a totally different driving experience compared to the Murciélago LP640 on which it was based, much more aggressive and involving, so turning this into a Roaster might not be as easy as it sounds, but I’m confident that if we are going to see this car in September it will again be a masterpiece on wheels, pure Italian automotive art … too bad several will again disappear in private collections never to be used on the open road.

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If you imagined the original Reventon introduced in 2007 at the same IAA in Frankfurt was already something unique, think again. This original car was built only 20 times and carried an admission fee of no less than one million Euro (before taxes) … however the Roadster version would top this with only 9 units to be built and now priced a bit higher at a mere 1.2 million Euro !

If this even more exclusive Reventon will be shown in September is not officially confirmed naturally, but we can only hope, hence I’ve created a little rendering of how a Reventon Roadster could look when Automobili Lamborghini SpA decides to unveil it at the IAA.

However this isn’t the only rumor trickling from Sant’Agata these days, the name ‘Jota’ has again surfaced, many thought it would be used on the car presented at Geneva this year, but now they think it would become a new, different model next to the Murciélago.

A Lamborghini Jota was something really special before, used on the majestic Miura by none other than Bob Wallace and later on it became a special kit to be mounted on the Diablo SE30, making it as close to a race car as possible … the Diablo Jota wasn’t even street legal is the United States mind you. One owner in the UK even had his Diablo Jota de-tuned back to regular SE30 because the Jota was too ‘edgy’ to drive on regular roads.

So it’s safe to say the name Jota brings back memories from the past, memories of cars that were even more out of this world than their regular counterparts, if you could ever call a Lamborghini regular. So if they actually decide to introduce a new Jota it is going to be one special car to keep this legacy alive.

The Jota would be a model using the by now legendary V12 engine as seen in the Murciélago LP640 but mounted inside a chassis with a shorter wheelbase and a wider track to improve road holding capabilities, as awesome the Murciélago is, you can’t really say it is easy to drive, the Jota would get the power of this flagship and the driving characteristics of the Gallardo LP560-4 … hence the best of both worlds.

With the Murciélago successor being delayed as far as 2012 by some sources, introducing the kind of car this Jota would be isn’t actually a bad idea, you take the parts you already have, mount them in a slightly modified chassis that doesn’t take years to develop and bang ! You’ve got a brand new car that people are bound to buy, giving the company some time to further develop their new flagship that will probably steer away from the tubular chassis we’re seeing now and use either an aluminum tub or even a Carbon Fiber one to keep weight down even further.

As you can see the rumor mill is in full swing right now, tensions are rising towards the opening of the IAA in Frankfurt in September … however I am confident Automobili Lamborghini SpA will have a surprise for us in Germany, which one ? I can only guess and hope …

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