24215 1968 Lamborghini 400 GT 22 Coupe (Astoria, NY)

24215 1968 Lamborghini 400 GT 22 Coupe

1968 Lamborghini 400 GT 2 2 Coupe with Coachwork by Carrozzeria TouringOne of only 247 units built between 1966 and 1968 this 400GT was produced toward the end of the model s run as the 223rd example produced. Given its status late in production it featured unique details such as later-type Miura gauges. Finished in Rosso (red) over Nero (black) pigskin leather a color scheme it still carries today. Runs and drives but would benefit from servicing prior to use. The subject of a repaint at some point in its original color the interior remains in what appears to be lovingly preserved original condition. It is the stuff of legend that Ferrari-owning industrialist Ferruccio Lamborghini only turned to automobile manufacture as a result of receiving off-hand treatment at Maranello vowing to build a better car. A successful manufacturer of tractors and related machinery Lamborghini possessed the resources to realize his dream without having to compromise. The 400GT 2 2 appeared in 1966 featuring a 4.0 liter V12 and was a 150mph-plus car with a maximum power of 320bhp. This particular machine is eligible for many fine events including the Copperstate 1000 and Mountain Mille. Chassis no. 01270Engine no. 1463The 223rd of only 247 400GT 2 2s built A late production example with many unique details Presented in its original color scheme A rare example of one of Lamborghini s seminal early models Price 389 500