Lamborghini received this Miura SV completely disfigured... here's what it became after 3 years

Some models, like the Lamborghini Miura, have survived the decades without losing their aura. Launched in 1966 and produced until 1973, it is often considered the first true supercar in history. A legend born in Sant'Agata Bolognese, designed by Marcello Gandini for coachbuilder Bertone, and powered by a legendary rear mid-mounted V12 engine.

In 2026, as the Miura celebrates its 60th birthday, Lamborghini chose to put this model back in the spotlight with a spectacular restoration. On the weekend of April 16 to 19, at the first Anantara Concorso Roma, the Italian brand presented a 1972 Miura SV fully restored by its historical department, Polo Storico.

Three years of work to restore authenticity

Behind this renaissance lies a colossal amount of work. This Miura SV, one of only 150 produced, arrived at the factory at the end of 2023 in a configuration far removed from its original specifications. It took three years of historical research and meticulous restoration to restore its identity.

Every detail was analyzed, documented and corrected. The front fender grilles, the gills above the handgrips, the central nut rims and the “Bob-type” tailpipes, in homage to test driver Bob Wallace, have all been restored in strict compliance with the standards of the period.

Inside, the work is just as impressive. The steering wheel has been returned to a more compact size, the handbrake lever has been lengthened, the hazard lights reinstalled, and even the air-conditioning preparation has been reinstalled. Nothing has been left to chance.

A unique shade, the fruit of genuine research work

One of the most fascinating aspects of this restoration is the color. This Miura is painted in a shade known as “Luci del Bosco”, a deep brown whose nuances have evolved over the years. Finding the right color specification was no easy task. Polo Storico's teams had to carry out extensive research to identify the exact shade corresponding to the year 1972. The result is striking, all the more so as it is combined with a “Senape” interior, a typically Italian mustard yellow that reinforces the unique character of this model.

A star among stars in Rome

Presented in the prestigious Casina Valdier, in the heart of Rome, this Miura SV was not alone. Lamborghini was also on hand with other historic models, including two 1989 Countach 25th Anniversary models and a 1968 Miura P400. The latter is not insignificant: it's the model seen in the opening scene of the film The Italian Job. Contrary to popular belief, this car was never destroyed during filming. Also restored and certified by Polo Storico, it even won a prize in the competition.

But despite this prestigious competition, it was the restored Miura SV that drew all eyes. And for good reason: it alone embodies Lamborghini's expertise in preserving its heritage.

With this restoration, Lamborghini is doing more than just restoring a car. The brand is reaffirming its role as guardian of its history. As Giuliano Cassataro, Head of Aftersales, points out, the objective is clear: to preserve the authenticity and value of these iconic models over time.