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Post by LhYnxz Fri Feb 22, 2008 7:05 pm

1969 Lamborghini Islero 400 GT 69-Lambo_Islero_DV-07-CI_01

The evolution of the first Lamborghini model the 350 GT, later to become the 400 GT and 400 GT 2+2, the Islero was intended to continue the classic linage. The design was personally overseen by Mr. Lamborghini himself with the objective to be the 'gentleman's or business' man's car. Fully equipped with all the luxury amenities of the day, full leather interior, power assist windows and steering, the same now and forever famous Lamborghini V12 was mated to state of the art 5 speed transmission. In addition, in keeping with this luxury flair, the car also came with air conditioning.

As with all Lamborghini models following the first series, the Islero is named after a famous fighting bull. 'Islero' the bull, killed the famous matador Manuel Rodriquez in August of 1947. Although a bit overshadowed by the Miura which was introduced at the same time, the more humble of the two siblings could still stand tall with many luxury accouterments and performance to match anything on the road. Six Weber carburetors feed the 350 horsepower V12 engine with a top speed claimed to be 150 miles per hour.

This particular car is well know among Lamborghini enthusiasts having been showcased in several publications including the Consumer Guide hardbound, large format book 'Lamborghini'. Having been coveted by a close knit group of fellow cognoscenti, this Islero has been well maintained, has benefited from a recent tune and is now read for touring enjoyment.
Source - Russo & Steele
In 1968, the Islero was introduced to the public at the Geneva Auto Show. It featured hidden headlamps and a square body. The bodywork for the vehicle was handled by Mario Marazzi, Ferruccio Lamborghini's former Touring employee.
The Islero retained the inner structure, wheelbase, and square tube chassis of the 400 GT 2+2. Larger wheels were used and this meant the front and rear track increased in size.

It was not as aggressive as the Espada or Miura, but it did offer luxurious benefits such as air conditioning and larger interior. Only 17 Islero's were fitted with Borrani wire wheels.

The Islero was not intended for the track. However, in 1975, Paul Rilly entered a modified Islero in the grueling 24 Hours of Le-Mans. It failed to qualify.

During its production run which lasted only one year, only 125 examples were produced. An S version followed in 1969. This to was short lived, lasting only a year and only 100 being produced. Following the Islero series came the Lamborghini Jarama.

The Islero S contained mechanical and aesthetic enhances over its predecessor. With 350 horsepower available, the vehicle could go from zero-to-sixty in 6.2 seconds and had a top speed exceeding 160 miles-per-hour.

Both the interior and exterior of the Islero received updates. A glove box was replaced by a grab handle. Driver and passenger side windows received fixed triangular planes. The dash was redesigned. The rear window was now electrically heated. New seats replaced the old style. For the exterior, a engine cooling vent was placed in front of each door. The wheel-arches received flaring and an air-intake was mounted on the hood.



1969 Lamborghini Islero 400 GT

Year1969
MakeLamborghini
ModelIslero 400 GT
Engine LocationFront
Drive TypeRear Wheel
Body MaterialSeparate body on tubular steel chassis
Production Years for Series1968 - 1970
Weight2640 lbs | 1197.5 kg
Introduced At1968 Geneva
Chassis / Engine Numbers Shown
Chassis Number6267
Performance
Top Speed140 mph | 225.3 km/h Similar top speeds
Engine
Engine ConfigurationV
60-degree
Vee-Type
Cylinders12
Solid valve lifters
Aspiration/InductionNormal
Displacement3929.00 cc | 239.8 cu in. | 3.9 L.
ValvetrainDOHC
Horsepower320.00 BHP (235.5 KW) @ 6500.00 RPM
Torque278.00 Ft-Lbs (377 NM) @ 5000.00 RPM
HP to Weight Ratio8.3 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio)
HP / Liter82.1 BHP / Liter
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Main Bearings7
Fuel TypeGasoline - Petrol
BlockLight Alloy
HeadLight Alloy
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Standard Transmission
Gears5
TransmissionManual
4.09:1
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