1966 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2

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Engine: 3.9L quad-cam V12, 320 hp
Colour: Azzurro (blue)

Chassis 0745 is a 1966–1968 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2, reportedly the 70th of approximately 247 built, powered by the Bizzarrini-designed quad-cam 3.9-litre V-12 producing 320 horsepower. Bodied by Touring of Milan in Azzurro, it was first delivered in England, later passing through American ownership for over two decades. A comprehensive nut-and-bolt restoration was completed in 2009, followed by an extensive mechanical rebuild in 2016–2018 targeting touring-level reliability, including a new-old-stock engine block sourced after the original was found damaged.

Ownership

—Auction sale
Sold US$522,000
RM Sotheby's catalogue lot →
→ 1974Factory delivery
First owner in England
partial documentation
Original recipient of the car in England, delivered in Azzurro paintwork.
1974 → 1996Acquisition unknown
Resident of Garrison, New York
partial documentation
Kept the car for over two decades before selling it.
1996 → 2012Private sale
Lamborghini of Orlando
partial documentation
Dealership commissioned a comprehensive ground-up restoration completed in 2009, enhancing the car's concours presentation.
2012 →Private sale
Current consignor
full documentation
Invested close to six figures in 2016 onwards on mechanical preparation for touring use, work carried out primarily by High Mountain Classics in Colorado.

Competition

No competition history extracted from the catalogue.

Maintenance & restoration

2009Restoration
Lamborghini of Orlando
A thorough nut-and-bolt restoration was carried out, significantly enhancing the car's appearance and suitability for show and concours events.
Commissioned while the car was in the dealership's ownership.
2016Engine rebuild
High Mountain Classics
A comprehensive rebuild of the 3.9-litre V-12 was undertaken using a new-old-stock engine block after the original was found to be damaged. Every aspect of the engine was addressed, with new parts fitted as required and ancillary components including the water pump, fuel pump, distributors, and Weber carburettors rebuilt.
Located in Greeley, Colorado; additional specialist subcontractors were engaged for portions of the work. Total expenditure approached six figures and is supported by invoices.
2016Mechanical
High Mountain Classics
Chassis-level work included overhauls of the front brakes, brake booster, fuse box, and speedometer as part of the broader touring-preparation programme.
Carried out concurrently with the engine rebuild; some tasks sublet to other specialists.
2018
Mechanical
A replacement clutch kit was installed.
2019
Repair
The original engine block, set aside after being found damaged during the earlier teardown, was repaired and is now included with the car.

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