1985 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 GTS Coupe

The Lamborghini Urraco P250 was introduced in 1970 serving as a smaller and less-expensive alternative to the company's V12-powered cars. The four-seater Urraco retained the Miura's basic mid-engine layout, but rather than the former's transverse 4.0-liter V12, it used a compact 2.5-liter V8. Complementing the Urraco, a two-seater Bertone-styled Silhouette arrived in 1976, equipped with the Urraco P300's four-cam, 3.0-liter V8. Production of the Silhouette lasted little more than a year, with 52 built; it was gone by 1978. The Urraco followed suit a year later, and the concept of a smaller V8-engined Lamborghini lay dormant until the Jalpa in 1982.

Using the platform of the defunct Silhouette, the Jalpa benefitted from the engineering talents of Giulio Alfieri, who increased the engine's stroke for a capacity of 3,485cc. Output rose to 255 horsepower, endowing the aerodynamic Jalpa to achieve a top speed of around 155 mph. Styling updates included subtly altered rear quarters, different wheels, and a modified chin spoiler. The interior received significant improvements, particularly in its ergonomics.

Production of the Jalpa continued into the 1990s, with a total production of 410 units.

This particular example wears a Rosso Corsa exterior over Tan leather hides. It received an in-depth restoration in 2007 to include a full repaint and interior attention. Recent upgrades include Lamborghini Countach-style wheels (16 x 8 front / 16 x 10 rear) and a new sound system with Bluetooth connectivity.

By Daniel Vaughan | May 2024