Yahoo Autos 1970 Lamborghini Miura Stored in Living Room for 40 Years Could Fetch $2.5 Million at Auction
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A remarkable 1970 Lamborghini Miura, kept in a living room for over four decades, is set to go under the hammer at Gooding & Company’s Pebble Beach Auctions. This rare find is expected to fetch between $2 million and $2.5 million, drawing significant interest from collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The Miura, designed by Marcello Gandini, has long been celebrated as one of the most beautiful Lamborghinis ever made. Its significance was highlighted during a 50th-anniversary dinner hosted by Lamborghini in 2016, where Gandini himself expressed both pride and humble criticisms of his creation, drawing parallels to Leonardo da Vinci’s reflections on the Mona Lisa.
This specific model, a P400 S, features the original color scheme of Luci del Bosco Metallizzato (Light of the Woods) with a Gobi (beige) interior. Originally sold in Italy and later exported to the U.S. in the 1980s, the Miura was placed in static storage inside the living room of its owner’s home in East Rockaway, New York. This unconventional storage preserved its originality, making it a "barn find" in pristine condition.
With only 42,000 kilometers (approximately 26,100 miles) on the odometer, the Miura retains its matching-numbers V-12 engine and many original components, including glass, trim, lights, and badging. The interior, featuring period-specific materials and finishes, offers a unique opportunity for preservation or restoration. The car also comes with historical documents such as Automobile Club d’Italia registration records, the original Italian registration plate, and factory-original manuals.
This Miura, chassis No. 4614, is not only a testament to Lamborghini's storied history but also a coveted piece for any serious collector. However, prospective buyers should be prepared for potential restoration costs, which could exceed $500,000. Despite this, the allure of owning such an iconic vehicle with an unrepeatable history is expected to drive significant interest and bidding at the upcoming auction.
