1971 Lamborghini Miura SV Restored by PoloStorico
Sant’Agata Bolognese, – The original Lamborghini Miura SV shown at Geneva motor show in 1971 has been the subject of more than a year’s restoration by Lamborghini PoloStorico, and is presented as a finished project at the Amelia Island concours event (USA) from 10 to 13 March.
The Lamborghini Miura SV (Super Veloce), chassis #4846, was the pre-production model for subsequent Miura SV production. Unveiled at the 1971 Geneva motor show on Bertone’s stand (while Lamborghini showed its new Countach), the car was truly a one-off, carrying over parts from the previous Miura S and introducing new features that would be seen on later SVs.
Lamborghini PoloStorico was appointed a year ago to fully restore chassis #4846 to its perfect original state. The subject of exhaustive research, each detail of the Geneva show car has been respected rather than adopting later production SV parts.
Shown in metallic green Verde Metallizata with tan leather, the restoration of #4846 by PoloStorico has included a complete restrip of the chassis and engine. Using photos and other archived historic documentation, every panel on the Miura has been returned to its original lines and angles and, following the original production sheet and records held by Automobili Lamborghini, every component restored or replaced. Expert Lamborghini craftsmanship and original Lamborghini parts have been used throughout, from bodywork to repainting the car in its original color, refurbishing the interior and overhauling the engine.
“This is a very important car, not only for its place in history as the Geneva show car and the forerunner of future Miura SV models built, but as the first completed project of Lamborghini PoloStorico,” said Enrico Maffeo, Head of PoloStorico. “We are delighted to be able, with the consent of the owner, to show this car for the first time in its perfectly restored state, at the important Amelia Island event.
“This is the year in which the Lamborghini Miura celebrates its fiftieth anniversary. This car not only illustrates the iconic appeal of the Miura, widely acknowledged as the forerunner of modern super sports models, but is also a perfect example of the expertise available in Lamborghini PoloStorico in providing the most authentic Lamborghini restorations.”
Lamborghini PoloStorico officially opened in spring 2015, supporting historic models and Lamborghini’s heritage through four main areas: restoration of historic Lamborghini models; archive management; original Lamborghini spare parts for which around 70% of the historic car parc is covered; and official certification of Lamborghini historic cars.
1971 Lamborghini Miura SV Specs:
General
Type
Miura P400 SV
Years built
March 1971 – December 1972
Production
150 units
Chassisnr.
4834 – 5113 (some converted to Jota or SVJ specifications)
Presentation
March 1971 Geneva Auto Show
Type of car
Two door, two seater berlinetta
Designed by
Bertone, Marcello Gandini
Built by
Bertone, finishing and engine mounted at Automobili Lamborghini
Dimensions
Wheelbase
2504 mm / 98.41 in
Overall length
4390 mm / 172.53 in
Overall width
1780 mm / 69.95 in
Overall height
1050 mm / 41.27 in
Front track
1412 mm / 55.49 in
Rear track
1541 mm / 60.56 in
Ground clear.
127 mm / 4.99 in
Front overhang
945 mm / 37.14 in
Rear overhang
945 mm / 37.14 in
Weight
1245 kg / 2745 lbs
Distribution
44/46 % front / rear
Chassis
Structure
Sheet-steel unitized body, lightened welded box sections by Bertone
Body
Monocoque steel construction with aluminium front and rear sections
Suspension
All-independent, consisting of double transverse wishbones with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and anti-roll bars
Brakes
All-wheel Girling ventilated disc brakes, operated by two vaccuum servo units with independent circuits to front and rear
Front
267 mm / 10.49 in
Rear
267 mm / 10.49 in
Steering type
Unassisted rack and pinion
Front tire size
FR60 VR-15
Rear tire size
FR60 VR-15
Type of tire
Pirelli Cinturato Belted
Front wheel
7×15 inch
Rear wheel
9×15 inch
Type of wheel
Campagnolo cast magnesium with knock-off’s
Engine
Type
V-12 60 degree, light-alloy block with gearbox and differential built in the same block and pressed-in liners mid mounted, rear wheel drive
Distribution
Dual overhead camshafts, chain drive, two valves/cyl.
Main Bearings
7
Cyl.Capacity
3939 cc / 240 ci
Bore & stroke
82 x 62 mm
Compr. Ratio
10.7
Max. power
385 Bhp at 7850 rpm
Max. torque
400 Nm at 5750 rpm
Cooling system
Cross-flow radiators and twin electric fans
Ignition
Two coils and two Marelli distributors
Plugs
Bosch 235 P21
Electr. system
12 V
Alternator
770 W
Fuel system
Single electric Bendix fuel pump, 4 tripple-choke Weber 40 IDL 3C carburetors
Fuel type
100 Octane
Lubrication
Wet sump, common engine-transmission lubricant, dry sump on SVJ
Drivetrain
Type
Lamborghini five-speed + reverse manual all-synchromesh
Clutch
Dry-single plate, hydraulically operated
Disc diameter
266.7 mm / 10.48 in
Reverse gear ratio
2.765:1 – Max speed 0 Km/h or 0 Mph
Final drive ratio
4.090:1
Performance
Top speed
300 Km/h / 186 Mph
0 – 100 Km/h
6.50 sec.
Standing Km
24.00 sec.
Capacities
Fuel
90 Liter / 24 Gallon
Engine oil
14 Liter / 4 Gallon
Cooling system
14 Liter / 4 Gallon
Luggage
140 Liter / 37 Gallon
Pricing
European MSRP
8,600,000 Lira (1972)
US MSRP
USD 21,000
Current value
$ 1,250,000 – $ 2,475,000
The SV model is highly sought after, hence the high prices, expect even higher figures for the SVJ models
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