When Lamborghini released the original Countach in the 1970s, it became a legend in the automotive world. It combined timeless design and incredible performance that is impressive even today.
There are many reasons why the original Countach is Lamborghini's greatest car, which includes lightweight handling and a powerful naturally aspirated V12 engine. While the Countach was in production for 16 years, Lamborghini only sold 2,049 examples. Because of this, values for the Lamborghini Countach continue to rise.
Bring a Trailer is one of the most popular car auction websites for this classic 1980s supercar. In 2021, Bring a Trailer sold a beautiful 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary.
In this recent listing, an immaculate, low mileage 1987 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV is up for sale on Bring a Trailer asking big dollars for one of the most iconic 1980s Italian supercars.
About This 1987 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV
With clean examples of the Lamborghini Countach selling for $300,000-$500,000, it makes sense why Bring a Trailer is one of the most popular car auction websites for these classic supercars.
This example is a gorgeous 1987 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV finished in Seville Red Paint and Senape tan leather interior. The Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole model has a total of 610 examples made from 1985 to 1988.
Powered by a 5.2-liter Quad-Cam V12 engine, this Lamborghini makes an impressive 455 hp and 340 lb-ft of torque. With a relatively light curb weight of 3,285 lbs, a sub 5-second 0-60 time is possible. While these performance numbers are not as impressive compared to the supercars of today, they were unbelievable for the 1980s.
Like all Lamborghini Countachs, a dogleg 5-speed manual is the only available transmission. With only about 4,500 miles (7,300 kilometers) on the odometer, this example should sell for top dollar.
New Lamborghini Countach
In 2021, Lamborghini released a limited edition Countach Tribute. Powered by a hybrid V12 engine making over 800 hp, the Countach Tribute will go from 0 to 60 in 2.8 seconds and has a top speed of 221 mph. While the performance is incredible, what is more impressive is how they captured the essence of the original Countach and added a modern flair to the design.
Unfortunately, this new Lamborghini Countach is a limited edition model with only 112 examples. Like all limited edition Lamborghinis, this new Countach sold out immediately.
If you have a few million dollars lying around, you might be able to pick one up on the used market someday.