1976 Lamborghini Espada Auto
NSW • Dealer used
35
Odometer64,130km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Comments from the dealer
1976 LAMBORGHINI ESPADA SERIES III * FACTORY RHD AUTOMATIC * 39,849 MILES
A truly special opportunity to acquire one of Lamborghini’s most distinctive, charismatic and historically significant grand touring cars, the legendary Lamborghini Espada.
This 1976 Series III example features factory right-hand drive, automatic transmission and an original odometer reading of just 39,849 miles.
Adding further appeal is its remarkable ownership history. The current owner purchased the car at a Sharron auction in the 1980s and has retained ownership for over 30 years, providing a substantial chapter of long-term ownership history.
The car also benefits from documented maintenance history, including servicing by Sport and Classic Car, with service and maintenance documents and invoices accompanying the vehicle. Photographs are also available documenting the car’s exterior reconditioning and respray, providing prospective buyers with a valuable visual record of this work.
A Legendary Lamborghini Grand Tourer
Introduced at the 1968 Geneva Motor Show, the Espada was born from Ferruccio Lamborghini’s vision of creating something different from the traditional two-seat supercar — a genuine high-performance four-seat V12 grand tourer capable of carrying four adults and their luggage while delivering the performance, luxury and theatre expected from the Lamborghini name.
Designed by legendary stylist Marcello Gandini at Bertone, with styling inspired by the extraordinary Lamborghini Marzal concept, the Espada remains one of the most recognisable designs of its era. Its dramatic, low-slung profile, expansive glasshouse, long bonnet and distinctive fastback rear combine to create a striking design that continues to turn heads nearly five decades later.
Legendary V12 Performance
Under the bonnet sits Lamborghini’s legendary 3.9-litre quad-cam V12 engine, the powerplant that helped establish the marque’s reputation for exceptional performance and engineering.
In its day, the Espada was regarded as one of the world’s fastest four-seat production cars, with a claimed top speed of approximately 155 mph. Unlike many exotic performance cars of the period, it combined remarkable speed with genuine four-seat accommodation, practical luggage space and impressive grand touring comfort.
Rare Series III Specification Lamborghini officially recorded just 456 Series III Espadas produced worldwide, from total production of approximately 1,217 examples across the model’s entire production run.
Adding to this example’s appeal is its factory right-hand-drive configuration paired with automatic transmission, an uncommon specification that makes it particularly interesting to Lamborghini enthusiasts and collectors.
Specialist marque research has reportedly suggested that fewer than 10 factory RHD automatic examples were produced worldwide, although exact production figures should be treated as estimates unless independently verified.
The Series III represented the final evolution of the Espada, incorporating refinements to Lamborghini’s celebrated V12 grand tourer. Production continued until 1978, bringing to a close one of the most distinctive chapters in the marque’s history.
Long-Term Ownership, Documented Maintenance and Exterior Work
One of the particularly appealing aspects of this Espada is its ownership history. Purchased by the current owner at a Sharron auction in the 1980s, the car has remained in their ownership for over three decades.
The vehicle has been serviced by Sport and Classic Car, with service and maintenance documentation and invoices available to accompany the car. These records provide valuable supporting information for prospective buyers interested in the vehicle’s maintenance history.
Photographs documenting the car’s exterior reconditioning and respray are also available, offering additional insight into the work undertaken on the vehicle.
Together, its long-term ownership, documented servicing history and photographic records make this an appealing proposition for a collector seeking a distinctive classic Lamborghini with supporting historical material.
A Distinctive Lamborghini with Lasting Collector Appeal
This 1976 Lamborghini Espada Series III brings together timeless Italian design, a legendary V12 engine, uncommon factory right-hand-drive automatic specification, over 30 years of ownership by the current custodian and an original odometer reading of just 39,849 miles.
For the discerning collector, this is far more than simply a classic Lamborghini. It represents Ferruccio Lamborghini’s ambitious vision of the ultimate high-speed luxury GT, a dramatic, beautifully styled V12 grand tourer designed to travel at speed, in comfort, with room for four.
An increasingly rare opportunity to acquire one of the most individual and memorable Lamborghini models of the 1970s., worth every penny for $289,990
*Odometer disclosure: As shown in the photographs, the odometer reads 39,849 miles, equivalent to approximately 64,130 kilometres. Online advertising platforms may display the distance in kilometres only.*
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Car details
øVehicle description
III Coupe 2dr Auto 3sp 4.0 [IMP]
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Blue
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 4 seats
Transmission
3 speed Automatic
Engine
12 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 4.0L
VIN
Build date
January 1976
Compliance date
Check with seller
Dealer stock ID
C000774
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
3929cc
Engine Size (L)
3.9L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
12
Camshaft
Overhead Cam
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
3
Gear Type
Automatic
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Multiple
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Other
Country of Origin
ITALY
Country of Import
ITALY
Launch Year
1976
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
III
Series
III
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
4
Body Style
Coupe
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Victoria
Referred
Queensland
Referred
South Australia
Referred
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