History

The Lamborghini Gallardo was released in 2003 as the second car under parent company Audi after the famed Murcielago. It was initially powered by a 5.0L V10 mated to either a 6-speed Graziano manual or 6-speed e-gear Graziano automated manual transmission. That combination put out 493 hp and 376 lb-ft of torque in its coupe form, but was later upgraded to 513 hp with the same torque figure.

The Gallardo took several forms throughout its production run from 2003 to 2013, including the aforementioned coupe, Spyder, and Superleggera. Several special editions were built as well, including a “Valentino Balboni” edition, named after Lamborghini’s long-time test driver. The Gallardo was replaced in 2014 by the Lamborghini Huracan.

This Car

This particular example, Chassis # ZHWGU12N66LA03102, is an well-optioned first-generation Gallardo Coupe. The 5.0-liter V10 is backed by the legendary and seldom seen gated 6-speed manual transmission, which sends power to all four wheels. Some of the factory options include 2-piece Callisto alloy wheels ($3,250), Lamborghini Branding Package ($910), which added the Lamborghini script logo on the dashboard & the Lamborghini shield logo on the headrests, a front lift, silver-painted brake calipers ($850), electric seats ($2,990), heated seats ($350), glass engine cover ($5,800), Alcantara roof & pillar lining ($1,040), car cover ($414) and navigation ($3,510).

As extensive as that options list is, the color choices are what really set this Gallardo apart. The Blu Caelum exterior paint job is seldom seen on Gallardos of this era, and it perfectly matches the equally rare Bicolor Sportivo Alcantara/Leather interior ($1,815). All in all, this car has over $19,000 in options on top of the $175,000 MSRP.

This Gallardo was built in Germany as a US-spec car before being imported into Providence, RI, before making its way to Alfa Romeo and Fiat of San Diego in January 2006. The car was registered to its first owner in New Jersey in October of that year with 135 miles on the odometer.

Under its first ownership, this Gallardo was frequently serviced at Prestige Imports in North Miami, FL. Its first service, with 3,258 miles, was in June 2010 for a new battery. It returned in June 2011 with 4,011 miles for the scheduled service, another new battery, and two new tires. After this 2011 service, the car was driven sparingly, racking up a few miles between service visits.

In February 2012, it had 4,326 miles when it was treated to an oil change. In May of that same year, it received regular maintenance, new wipers, and a new charcoal canister at 4,385 miles. The Gallardo made its way to Prestige Imports two more times before its last service of the year in December 2012 for two new tires and a power steering system service.

There are no services on file in 2013 other than a pre-delivery inspection at Paul Miller GT of Parsippany, NJ, in October, with 5,388 miles on the odometer. That inspection was likely to prepare the car for sale at Marshall Goldman Motor Sales of Cleveland, OH, in February 2014. The car was in inventory until June, when it was sold to its second owner and moved to Montana.

There are no service or mileage records on file for this second owner. They took care of this Gallardo until October 2016, when it was sold to its third owner in Utah. We have no service records from them either, but we know the car was offered for sale through Bring a Trailer in November 2018 with 12,550 miles. An oil change, professional paint correction, and detail were reportedly performed before the auction, and the nose/front fenders were treated to a clear bra. The Gallardo sold to a fourth owner in Pennsylvania before LBI Limited brokered the car to it’s current owner in 2019. Between then and the present day, the car was driven sparingly but always received timely oil changes and was carefully stored. 

As it sits, this is an extremely low mileage and well-optioned example of one of Lamborghini’s most recognizable cars post-VW acquisition. 14,022 examples of the Gallardo were built across both generations from 2003 to 2013, with only 626 of those being 2006 model-year coupes. The extensive list of options that totals over $19,000 and the rare color scheme are the defining factors here, ensuring you’ll stand out on any Concours lawn or any Lamborghini club event. A very rare and desirable Gallardo. 

Upon purchase, the new owner will receive the original owner’s book and manual, two keys, a car cover, the original toolkit, and fix-a-flat canister as delivered new.

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