The final attempt at creating an entry level Lamborghini with a V-8 engine was the Jalpa another name given in true Lamborghini tradition, taken from a famous breed of fighting bulls, just like the Miura model name from the late 1960s. This new model was based on the original Urraco, but the Jalpa was more a successor to the Silhouette in concept with the similar open top, targa-style roof configuration of one large removable panel above the driver and passenger.

Joining the Countach in March 1981; this open coupe has been referred to as Lamborghini’s “practical exotic car.” The Jalpa was penned by Marcello Gandini of Bertone, who designed many prior Lamborghini’s. A new “flying buttress” roofline extension, along either side of the engine bay, created a sharp fastback profile featuring jutting air intakes and uncompromising lines to create a car that looks purposeful and intimidating.

Presented in black with a striking black leather and tan-trimmed interior; this uncommon Jalpa P350 is powered by a 3.5-liter, 255-hp V-8 engine that is mounted mid-ship and is paired with a five-speed manual transmission. This car registers in kilometers and has been sparingly used, as evidenced by its very nice presentation. Among the convenience features are air conditioning, power windows, dual sport mirrors and power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes. Factory alloy wheels have a distinct style, as does the clean rear deck of this example, as several other Jalpa’s display a massive rear wing. This represents one of only 410 Jalpa examples built during its run from 1982 to 1988. A similar black Jalpa received attention and screen time in the popular Sylvester Stallone hit film “Rocky IV” as the title character’s driver.