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The Lamborghini Jarama GTSThe last of the front engined Lamborghini Coupe, created from the same schematic as the Espada, the Jarama GTS was known for its extra power and agility. Despite being the third heaviest Lamborghini, the first being the Espada and second, the LM002, the Jarama offered many options not usually seen in the Lamborghini family.
Built from 1970-1976, the original GT and upgraded GTS began their struggle for popularity debuting at the 1970 Geneva Salon. With only 250 built, the fate of the Jarama was a shorter shelf life than predicted.
Although the bodywork, designed by Marcello Gandini, never really made its way into the hearts of the Lamborghini enthusiast, options such as a removable roof panels managed to sell an additional 50 vehicles.
The interior of the Jarama began to take shape through the years, proving some changes were for the better. Leather upholstery added a touch of elegance and the wood trim was replaced with brushed aluminum for a sleeker look. The rear window was heated and side windows could be opened and closed electronically. Two parallel action wipers were featured on the front window as a replacement to the original type in which the wiper on the left sat above of the wiper on the right in the middle of the windshield.
Another incentive to sway Lamborghini lovers into the seats of the Jarama appeared in 1974 with the addition of the Chrysler TorqueFlite automatic transmission as an option. Even though the TorqueFlite transmission had a long success rate and was used well into 2000's on popular cars such as the Neon, it did not have an impact with the Jarama, only resulting in 10 ever being produced.
The strongest and most admired quality of the Jarama's was its power derived from the 4-liter, 350 horsepower, 12 cylinder GT or the 365 horsepower GTS engines. The heavy frame didn't hold back the engine from keeping the 0-60 time under 7 seconds and a top speed of 162 miles per hour. The engine, strategically placed in the front center, helped to keep a perfect balance when maneuvering.
The Lamborghini Jarama may have disappointed the few, but many car enthusiasts all over the world would take any chance given to feel its raw, relentless power.Kyle McMullen
Built from 1970-1976, the original GT and upgraded GTS began their struggle for popularity debuting at the 1970 Geneva Salon. With only 250 built, the fate of the Jarama was a shorter shelf life than predicted.
Although the bodywork, designed by Marcello Gandini, never really made its way into the hearts of the Lamborghini enthusiast, options such as a removable roof panels managed to sell an additional 50 vehicles.
The interior of the Jarama began to take shape through the years, proving some changes were for the better. Leather upholstery added a touch of elegance and the wood trim was replaced with brushed aluminum for a sleeker look. The rear window was heated and side windows could be opened and closed electronically. Two parallel action wipers were featured on the front window as a replacement to the original type in which the wiper on the left sat above of the wiper on the right in the middle of the windshield.
Another incentive to sway Lamborghini lovers into the seats of the Jarama appeared in 1974 with the addition of the Chrysler TorqueFlite automatic transmission as an option. Even though the TorqueFlite transmission had a long success rate and was used well into 2000's on popular cars such as the Neon, it did not have an impact with the Jarama, only resulting in 10 ever being produced.
The strongest and most admired quality of the Jarama's was its power derived from the 4-liter, 350 horsepower, 12 cylinder GT or the 365 horsepower GTS engines. The heavy frame didn't hold back the engine from keeping the 0-60 time under 7 seconds and a top speed of 162 miles per hour. The engine, strategically placed in the front center, helped to keep a perfect balance when maneuvering.
The Lamborghini Jarama may have disappointed the few, but many car enthusiasts all over the world would take any chance given to feel its raw, relentless power.Kyle McMullen
In the early 1970's, manufacturers that were producing vehicles for the United States had to comply with new government regulations and emission standards that not only made the vehicles safer but more fuel efficient. The Islero was forced to comply in order to continue to be sold in the United States. Marcello Gandini of Bertone was tasked with creating designs that would fit atop of a shortened Espada platform.
In 1970 the Lamborghini Jarama was introduced and stayed in production until 1976. The GT version lasted from 1970 through 1973 while the GTS was produced from 1973 through 1976.
The GT and GTS were very similar in design; most of the changes were to the mechanics. The GT was powered by a V12 engine producing 350 horsepower while the GTS produced 365 horsepower. The GTS was given power assisted steering, an optional Chrysler TorqueFlite automatic transmission, and removable roof panels. The engine had been tuned to produce more horsepower by introducing a new exhaust system, revised heads, carburetion and camshafts. The interior was slightly modified, given new seats that were slimmer, resulting in more rear legroom. Brushed aluminum replaced the wood trim. On the exterior, the GTS had revised taillights, courtesy of the DeTomaso Deauville. Five-bolt wheels replaced the previous wheel rims. Air intake could now be found on the hood and behind each front wheel were air-extraction openings.
During the entire production run for the Jarama, 327 examples were produced. 177 examples were of the GT version. 10 examples were produced with the optional automatic transmission on the GTS. On display in the Official Lamborghini museum is Ferruccio Lamborghini's own personal Jarama GTS, chassis number 10418.
In 1970 the Lamborghini Jarama was introduced and stayed in production until 1976. The GT version lasted from 1970 through 1973 while the GTS was produced from 1973 through 1976.
The GT and GTS were very similar in design; most of the changes were to the mechanics. The GT was powered by a V12 engine producing 350 horsepower while the GTS produced 365 horsepower. The GTS was given power assisted steering, an optional Chrysler TorqueFlite automatic transmission, and removable roof panels. The engine had been tuned to produce more horsepower by introducing a new exhaust system, revised heads, carburetion and camshafts. The interior was slightly modified, given new seats that were slimmer, resulting in more rear legroom. Brushed aluminum replaced the wood trim. On the exterior, the GTS had revised taillights, courtesy of the DeTomaso Deauville. Five-bolt wheels replaced the previous wheel rims. Air intake could now be found on the hood and behind each front wheel were air-extraction openings.
During the entire production run for the Jarama, 327 examples were produced. 177 examples were of the GT version. 10 examples were produced with the optional automatic transmission on the GTS. On display in the Official Lamborghini museum is Ferruccio Lamborghini's own personal Jarama GTS, chassis number 10418.
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