A Lamborghini Countach featured in the 2013 film “The Wolf of Wall Street” is set to be auctioned by RM Sotheby’s in New York City on December 8th. This particular Countach is distinct from the one that was auctioned by Bonhams in Abu Dhabi last month, which, despite reaching a final bid of $1.35 million, did not find a buyer.
In the movie directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio as the unscrupulous stockbroker Jordan Belfort, two Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Editions were used for filming. One of these cars was subjected to on-screen damage as part of a scene involving a drug-intoxicated Belfort attempting to drive home. Unfortunately, this damaged vehicle failed to find a buyer in the previous auction and remains in the same wrecked condition it was in after filming.
RM Sotheby’s has now placed an estimated value of between $1.5 million and $2 million on their Countach. This valuation is consistent with the estimate given for the wrecked car in its previous auction. Notably, even the lower end of this estimate is roughly double the price of similar used Countach models listed on popular classified websites, emphasizing the significance of its Hollywood association in determining its worth.
The car in question is a 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition, originally one of just 12 units delivered to the U.S. It boasts a distinctive white-on-white color scheme and largely retains its original specifications. However, it should be noted that, like many Countachs in the United States, it had its oversized U.S.-specification front bumper replaced at one point with the smaller design used on Countachs sold elsewhere in the world. This difference is observable in the final film.
The Lamborghini Countach, introduced at the 1971 Geneva Auto Show, rapidly became an iconic symbol of wedge-shaped supercars and introduced the now-famous scissor doors, a hallmark feature of Lamborghini’s V-12 models. Production of the Countach continued until 1990, with nearly 2,000 units manufactured, including 658 of the 25th Anniversary Editions. These special editions featured unique spoilers and modified air vents, designed by Horacio Pagani, who would later go on to found Pagani Automobili. The car is powered by a 5.2-liter V-12 engine producing 455 horsepower, enabling it to reach a top speed of 183 mph.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Auctioned Lamborghini Countach
Q: What is the significance of this Lamborghini Countach in “The Wolf of Wall Street”?
A: This Lamborghini Countach is one of two used in the 2013 film, “The Wolf of Wall Street,” starring Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort, the unscrupulous stockbroker. It gained notoriety for its appearance in the movie.
Q: How does the value of this Countach compare to similar models in the market?
A: The estimated value of this Countach ranges from $1.5 million to $2 million, which is notably higher than the prices of similar used Countach models available on popular classified websites.
Q: Can you tell me more about the Countach’s specifications and features?
A: This particular Countach is a 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition, originally one of only 12 delivered to the U.S. It boasts a white-on-white color scheme and retains most of its original features, although it had its U.S.-spec front bumper replaced at one point. It is powered by a 5.2-liter V-12 engine with 455 horsepower and can reach a top speed of 183 mph.
Q: Who designed the unique spoilers and air vents for the 25th Anniversary Edition?
A: The distinctive spoilers and modified air vents for the 25th Anniversary Edition were designed by Horacio Pagani, who later went on to found Pagani Automobili.
Q: What is the history and significance of the Lamborghini Countach in the world of supercars?
A: The Lamborghini Countach was unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Auto Show and quickly became an iconic symbol of wedge-shaped supercars. It introduced the scissor doors that have become synonymous with Lamborghini’s V-12 models. Production of the Countach lasted until 1990, with close to 2,000 units produced, including 658 of the 25th Anniversary Editions.
More about Auctioned Lamborghini Countach
- RM Sotheby’s Auction Details
- Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition
- “The Wolf of Wall Street” Movie
- Horacio Pagani
- History of Lamborghini Countach
- Lamborghini Countach Specifications
- Lamborghini Countach Market Prices