Lamborghini Espada 1968-1978

The Espada Series of cars were Lamborghini’s most successful model at the time. 3 different models of the car were produced though distinguishing some cars is difficult. The rule of thumb seems to be that S1 cars had chassis numbers beginning with 7, S2 beginning with 8 and S3 beginning with 9. Since Lamborghini always made running changes in mid-production many models had features of previous or next series cars.
Espada was introduced at the 1973 Turin show. It can be recognised by a mildly restyled nose and taillights, and a chassis number beginning with the number 9. The ZF power steering system was improved and air conditioning became standard equipment. Spring and shock rates were altered and brake power was increased. The most obvious visual difference was once again found in the dash area. This now wraped around the driver and the centre console became more upright at the front. A sunroof became optional as did a Chrysler TorqueFlite automatic tranmission. 55 Espadas were built with this automatic, 5 of which were RHDs.

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