Year: 1986 Make: Lamborghini Model: Jalpa Chassis No: ZA9J00000GLA12298 Mileage: 41,000 •: Rare model •: Impressive restoration by Rindt Classic Cars •: One of only 410 examples Unveiled at the 1981 Geneva Salon but not put on sale until the following year, the Lamborghini Jalpa was conceived as a rival to the likes of the Ferrari 308/328GTS and Porsche 911.

Based on an updated version of its Silhouette predecessor's sheet-steel monocoque bodyshell, the newcomer boasted a reinforced subframe, all-round independent coil-over wishbone suspension, ventilated four-wheel disc brakes and 16” alloy wheels.

A handsome targa-roofed two-seater design with a deep front spoiler, prominent wheelarch extensions and distinctive rear three-quarter engine vents, its styling was the work of Bertone.

Named in the best Lamborghini tradition after a particularly fierce breed of bull, the Jalpa employed a bespoke powerplant.

Reworked by legendary chief engineer Giulio Alfieri and designated the L353, th...