We'll admit that we have some serious Diablo research ahead of us. Today's background information comes courtesy of Wikipedia, but don't take that as any indication of indifference toward the Lamborghini brand - we just haven't gotten around to ordering ourselves a Lamborghini Diablo history book. It should complement our existing Urraco, Silhouette, and Jalpa book nicely. But, when you find a Verde Hydra Diablo VT 6.0 - you post it.
While the Diablo, a softened Gandini design, was released during Chrysler ownership of Lamborghini in 1990, the model would continue under the ownership of multiple entities. Once Audi AG was in control of Lamborghini in 1998, a serious reengineering was commissioned in parallel to the development of the future Murciélago. The exterior was tweaked to include the signature one-piece phone dial wheels, previously seen on the Countach, while the interior was brought up to the standards of the Audi brand. The engine was stroked to 6.0L and fitted with VVT, to allow for more civilized engine breathing at lower engine speeds.
Year: 2001
Model: Lamborghini Diablo VT 6.0
Engine: 6.0L V12
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Mileage: 18,076 mi
Price: $345,000
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Details are sparse on this example, but as always, likely available from the seller. The seller claims that this Diablo is one of one in the world finished in Verde Hyrdra, which strikes us as a shame! Are we alone in loving the green over tan interior, with the gold wheels? We hope not.
We're glad to see that this one has been driven some during its lifetime. Pricing seems to reflect both the rarity of the color, and the general rarity of the most refined model of the Diablo lineup. Vinyl wraps seem to be popular these days - might we recommend picking up a more affordable Diablo and wrapping it in this green color, then driving it everyday? Someone please get on that and report back.
-Graham