LP400S Countach (237 Made 1978-82)

There are three distinct Countach LP400S Series.

Series One - The first 50 cars delivered with Campagnolo "Bravo" wheels in 1978 & 79. The very early 1978 cars had the original LP400 steering wheel. Small Stewart Warner gauges, 45mm carburettors and a lowered suspension (lowbody) setting is a trademark feature of this celebrated first series. Halfway through 1979's production, bigger gauges were employed. 50 cars were built and the last one is noted to be 1121100*

Series Two - These cars are recognized by their smooth finish dished/concave wheels, and still retain the lowbody setting. 105 cars were built and the last one is noted to be 1121310*.

Series Three - It is claimed that from chassis number 1121312 onwards, the cockpit space available was raised by 3cm. These cars are recognized by their raised suspension setting. 82 cars were built, and the last one is noted to be 1121468*

* The information posted as above is as a result of a combination of published material by in-the-period principals such as Marchet and De la Rive Box, direct interviews with Gian Paolo Dallara, Walter Wolf and Hubert Hahne, archived images, and inspection of the cars in both period and contemporary times. Factory record-keeping in the period was lacking, but the received wisdom pertaining to 3 distinct series is quite clear. However, any information that proves that the guidelines for the three series as noted above is incorrect is welcome, and it will be reviewed to determine if any change is warranted.

The LP400S was introduced at the 1978 Geneva Motor Show.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Lamborghini LP400S Countach
L406 ENGINE
Type	60° V12 Longitudinal, Mid-Mounted DOHC per bank
Valves	2 per cylinder
Bore/Stroke	82mm x 62mm
Capacity	3,929cc
Carburation	6 Twin-throat Webers 45 DCOE 96/97
Max power	375bhp @ 8,000rpm
Torque	285 ft/lbs @ 5,000rpm
Compression	10.5:1
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox	5-speed + reverse All-Syncromesh
Clutch	Single dry plate hydraulically operated
STRUCTURE
Chassis	Tubular Steel Space Frame
Body	Aluminum
Builder	Lamborghini
Suspension	Independent, coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers
Axle Ratio	11/45
Brakes	Girling ventilated discs
Wheels	Campagnolo cast magnesium 8.5 and 12 J
Front Tires	205/50 VR-15 Pirelli P7
Rear Tires	345/35 VR-14 Pirelli P7
MEASUREMENTS
Overall Length	4140 mm / 161.5 in
Overall Width	2000 mm / 78 in
Overall Height	1070 mm / 41.7 in
Wheelbase	2450 mm / 95.5 in
Front Track	1490 mm / 58 in
Rear Track	1605 mm / 62.3 in
Weight	1360 kg / 2992 lb
Fuel Tank	2 x 60 L / 2 x 16 gal
PERFORMANCE
Top speed	290 km/h / 179.8 mph
PRICE	n/a US

COUNTACH LP400S REGISTRY