• Modified LM002 of the Sultan of Brunei by Diomante
• Former CEOs of BMW and VW are both owners of this car
• Countach’s V12 engine + in-car TV and DVD player
There’s only one of its kind in the world, originally owned by the Sultan of Brunei. It later passed into the hands of Bernd Pischetsrieder, the former CEO of BMW and Volkswagen. This unique vehicle is the Lamborghini LM002, of which only 301 were ever made, but this particular one seems a bit different. Indeed, the wealthy Sultan found it not practical enough, so he commissioned Italian bodywork expert Salvatore Diomante to modify it, potentially setting the stage for what could inspire the future Urus!
Starting today, there are just 8 days left for the auction of the modified LM002 (chassis number KLA12162), which is currently bidding at €215,000, equivalent to nearly HKD 2 million. The entire vehicle has been customized by the aforementioned body specialists, who not only raised the roof but also transformed its original pick-up design into a wagon style, allowing for a U-shaped rear seat to accommodate a third row. It’s perfect for parties, especially since the interior is also equipped with a TV and DVD player.
As for the powertrain, it’s a major selling point for the LM002, featuring a 5.2-liter V12 engine inherited from the Countach, equipped with six Weber carburetors, and a 5-speed manual transmission that delivers 455 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque to all four wheels. Although this vehicle underwent body modifications, Bernd had it inspected by the factory right after he purchased it, ultimately receiving a registration certificate (Certificato di Iscrizione). Interestingly, after its second resale to Sweden, it was actually used as a kids’ school run vehicle, so it only clocked around 800 miles with that owner, bringing the total mileage to a mere 110,000 kilometers since 1986.
