1-of-21: 1975 Lamborghini Urraco P111

The Urraco is probably Lamborghini’s most overlooked model. That is a shame, because it is significantly more practical than most of the marque’s other models. What helps it achieve that goal is its 2+2 interior, allowing enthusiasts with young families to enjoy the classic motoring experience. This Urraco is the P111 variant, and only twenty-one of these classics ever left the factory. It presents nicely and is a turnkey proposition. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Tony P. for spotting the Lamborghini listed here on Craigslist in Fort Collins, Colorado. The seller set their price at $75,000 for a classic with no apparent needs.

Lamborghini unveiled the Urraco at the 1970 Turin Auto Show, although the first cars didn’t emerge from the factory until 1972. Designed by Marcello Gandini at Bertone, the Urraco featured the “wedge” design adopted by most Italian exotic manufacturers during that period. This Urraco has a couple of claims to fame. The first is that it is a P111, which was a variant of the P250 targeting the North American market. The larger bumpers are the most obvious sign, but because of the sticker price that limited the potential buyer pool, Lamborghini produced only twenty-one of these classics. The second is equally interesting, with this car serving as a display vehicle at the International Lamborghini Museum from 1985 until 1997. It presents extremely well in dazzling Yellow, with no evidence of significant cosmetic shortcomings. The paint retains an excellent depth of color and shine, the panels appear perfect, and the tinted glass is excellent. The magnesium alloy wheels can be prone to age deterioration, but those fitted to this car show no evidence of such problems.

As befits a car of this caliber, the Uracco’s interior is a sea of hand-stitched leather. The first owner selected Tan, which looks exceptionally classy. There is no obvious wear, although the carpet appears slightly dirty by the driver’s left foot. Otherwise, there is little to criticize. The dash is clean, the gauges feature crisp markings, and the buyer receives air conditioning, power windows, and an aftermarket radio/cassette player. However, the Urraco’s party piece is its back seat. Admittedly, it is probably “kids-only” territory, but it does add a level of versatility found on very few Italian classics of this type. Therefore, enthusiasts with a young family won’t be excluded from the ownership experience.

Typical of vehicles of this type, the Urraco features a mid-mounted engine that feeds power to the rear wheels. This car’s 2.5-liter V8 develops 180hp and 144 ft/lbs of torque. The driver tackles shifting duties via a five-speed manual transaxle, and with the V8 designed to rev to 7,500 rpm, these cars sound truly glorious if driven to the max. Interestingly, the factory quoted a top speed of 140mph for the P111, but the Euro-spec P250 could hit 149mph. Of course, those sold in foreign markets didn’t face the tight emission regulations that were part of the North American landscape, so their motors delivered significantly more power and torque. The seller indicates that this car features upgraded Weber carburetors, European headers, and an ANSA exhaust. Therefore, it may be able to surpass the factory-quoted figures. While not explicitly stated, it appears this Lamborghini is a turnkey proposition.

Italian exotics don’t appeal to everyone, although they enjoy a strong following in the classic world. Urraco values tend to rise and fall regularly, but recent market trends are positive. The seller’s price looks realistic, although it is fair to say that this car will probably have limited appeal at that figure. There are plenty of vehicles on the market that cost a similar amount, but few are as exotic as the Urraco. If an Italian thoroughbred has been on your radar, could this rare Lamborghini be a contender?