35 years of the Lamborghini Diablo

Lamborghini marking the 35th anniversary of the launch of the Diablo, which set a new world record for fastest top speed when it arrived in 1990.

On arrival, the Diablo reached 325km/h (201mph) to make sure it got headlines for its performance as well as the looks.

Today, the Diablo is now a widely recognised icon that forms a key part of Lamborghini’s Polo Storico classic car programme.

Alessandro Farmeschi, After Sales Director at Automobili Lamborghini, said: ‘The Diablo isn’t just a symbol of Lamborghini’s history; it’s also a model of growing strategic importance to Polo Storico. In recent years, we’ve seen a significant increase in requests for certifications and restoration services for the Diablo, in the most part due to a new generation of collectors and enthusiasts who see this car as a cultural and design icon.

‘This trend confirms the value of Polo Storico’s activities aimed at preserving the legacy of the company and its cars, at the same time creating new opportunities in the classic car segment.

‘By sharing the Diablo’s story through the information and documents in our archive, we strengthen the bond with our customers and enthusiasts, while reaffirming the importance and lasting value of this model.’