1988 Lamborghini Countach LP5000 Quattrovalvole

VIN: ZA9C005A0JLA12394
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Apr 18, 2025
The Cultivated Collector
New Canaan, Connecticut, USA
49,100 km (30,509 mi)
Manual
LHD
Original & Highly Original
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About this 1988 Lamborghini Countach LP5000 Quattrovalvole

VIN: ZA9C005A0JLA12394

The Cultivated Collector’s 1988 Lamborghini Countach LP5000 QV “Downdraft”, chassis 12394, is a head-turning example finished in the timeless colorway of Nero over Grigio leather. Delivered new to Germany in June of 1988, 12394 would subsequently spend time in the Netherlands, and most recently, would reside again in Germany before traveling stateside to Connecticut in 2023.

Today, having covered 49,100km, 12394 has enjoyed loving ownership from new while the Nero paint and mature Grigio leather interior shows minimal wear. Benefitting from regular and consistent servicing, 12394 has recently undergone service in preparation for sale, including repairing and recharging the AC system, full tuning of the carburetor systems, and fluid flush (oil, brakes, transmission) among other items, as well as a full detailing by Turn7 Autocare. 12394 is eager to run with the best and enthusiastically begin its next chapter on the open roads.

The LP5000 QV “Downdraft” is the Countach in its most exalted form - mechanical excess, unapologetically extroverted, and utterly intoxicating in both sight and sound. Widely regarded as the Countach at its most focused and characterful, the Downdraft held firm to the soul of Sant’Agata, and while other later Countach variants leaned toward regulation and refinement, the Downdraft breathes through six twin-barrel Weber carburetors perched triumphantly atop its 5.2-liter V12. The result was a more responsive throttle, a sharper powerband, and a higher output delivered with a soundtrack that only a carbureted Lamborghini V12 can produce.

Perched on its back can be found a raised engine cover, designed to accommodate the taller intake system, which sets the Downdraft apart visually from its brethren. It’s a subtle but telling detail, one that hints at the mechanical intent beneath the surface. Paired with the QV’s dramatic lines, flared arches, and functional aero, the Downdraft looks every bit as serious as it drives. There’s no excess for the sake of it here, just bold, cohesive design wrapped around purposeful Italian engineering.

Getting behind the wheel of the Downdraft is a deeply analog and immersive experience. Everything from the weight of the controls to the mechanical immediacy of the carbureted V12 feels deliberate. It rewards commitment, not just enthusiasm. As it asks more of its driver - more attention, more effort - and it gives back something rare in modern performance cars: a sense of connection. Among collectors and enthusiasts alike, it’s valued not only for its rarity, but for representing a final chapter of unfiltered performance before modern compliance reshaped the supercar landscape.

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The most popular Lamborghini Countach, the LP5000 Quattrovalvole (meaning four valves) was launched in 1985. Commonly known as the QV, or 50... Learn more.
There are 3 Lamborghini Countach for sale across all model years (1974 to 2022) and variants, 2 are LP5000 Quattrovalvole and 1 is model year 1988 . There were 28 LP5000 Quattrovalvole sold in the last 5 years.

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1986 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 41k km (25k mi)
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
Sold
$525,000
May 13, 2025
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1988 Lamborghini Countach LP5000 Quattrovalvole

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 29k km (18k mi)
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
Price Undisclosed
Dec 4, 2024
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1988 Lamborghini Countach LP5000 Quattrovalvole

Original & Highly Original
6865 mi 29k km (18k mi)
Manual transmission Manual
LHD steering LHD
Sold
$600,000
Nov 27, 2024
90% Relevance
Relevance Score Criteria

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Year
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
Model Trim
Powertrain
Engine
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Drive Type
Mileage
  • 11K - 23K
Body
Vehicle Type
Body Style
Doors
Driver Side
Ext. Color Group
Int. Color Group
Other Details
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Location
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Specs

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Year
1988
Model Family
Model Variant
LP5000 Quattrovalvole
Model Trim
-
Engine
5.2L V12
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
49,100 km (30,509 mi)
VIN
ZA9C005A0JLA12394
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Coupe
Doors
2 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
Black
Int. Color Group
Gray

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