Lamborghini Espada – third series

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So, there were three series of the Lamborghini Espada. We have the first one here and the second one here. It must be clearly understood that it was always a work in progress, there was no official facelift. The boundaries between the S2 and S3 were often blurred, with late S2s already sporting the new S3 wheel rims. The most important changes were the redesigned, more ergonomic cockpit, the new radiator grille (without the typical hexagon pattern), and the new rear lights (from the Alfa Romeo 1750 Berlina). A sunroof was available as an option, as was a Chrysler 3-speed automatic from 1974. And from 1975, the American versions had to be fitted with those nasty, fat bumpers that certainly did not make the Espada more beautiful.

Well then, illustrative material:

VIN: 8954
Auction: RM Sotheby’s, Arizona 2011, sold for 38’500 Dollar…

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VIN: 9240
Engine: 41177

Auction: Bonhams, Paris 2025, estimate 100’000 to 130’000 Euro, with these informations: «Representing the Espada in its ultimate Series 3 incarnation, this beautiful example was delivered new in France via the then importer, Garage Thépenier, on 27th October 1973 and first owned by a Mr Casile. The original colour scheme was silver with black leather interior. Our vendor purchased the car circa 2000. Invoices for work carried out while in their possession total around €5,000 spent on the interior; over €50,000 on mechanical work between 2010 and 2022; and over €80,000 on bodywork restoration between 2019 and 2022. All related invoices are on file. As one would expect of an example restored relatively recently with no expense spared, this Espada is in lovely condition; it has been on static display for the last couple of years but has recently been started up by the collection’s professional mechanic.»