Countach
The Wedge Legend
Revolutionary Design
The Lamborghini Countach is perhaps the most iconic supercar ever created. With its revolutionary wedge design and scissor doors, it defined the supercar aesthetic for generations. Produced from 1974 to 1990, the Countach remains the ultimate expression of automotive drama.
The Countach revolutionized automotive design with its radical wedge profile and dramatic scissor doors. Marcello Gandini's masterpiece at Bertone created a design language that would influence supercars for decades. Every angle was designed to shock and awe, making the Countach an instant icon that transcended automotive culture to become a symbol of the 1980s.
Key Features
Discover what makes the Countach the most iconic supercar ever created
Scissor Doors
Iconic upward-opening doors that became a Lamborghini signature
Wedge Design
Revolutionary angular styling that defined the supercar aesthetic
V12 Power
Naturally aspirated V12 engine with incredible sound and power
Cultural Icon
Featured in countless movies, posters, and dreams
Racing Heritage
Born from Lamborghini's racing ambitions and experience
Analog Experience
Pure mechanical connection between driver and machine
Cultural Icon
The Countach transcended automotive culture to become a global symbol of style and aspiration
Movies
- The Wolf of Wall Street
- Moonwalker
- Cannonball Run
Music
- Featured in numerous music videos
- Symbol of 1980s excess
- Hip-hop culture icon
Gaming
- Need for Speed series
- Gran Turismo
- Forza Motorsport
Design Legacy
- Influenced supercar design for decades
- Architectural inspiration
- Art and sculpture references
Investment Perspective
The Countach has proven to be one of the most collectible supercars ever made
Market Appreciation
LP400 models have increased 400% since 2010
Market Trends
Strong demand for original LP400 and Anniversary models
Collectibility
One of the most collectible supercars ever made
Sale Records
Highest sale: $1.21M for a 1974 LP400 Periscopica
Technical Specifications
Discover the engineering excellence behind the legendary Countach across its various iterations
Countach Variants
- Clean wedge design
- No rear wing
- Wider wheel arches
- Optional rear wing
- 5.2L V12 engine
- Aggressive aero package
- Quattrovalvole system
- Peak performance
- 25th anniversary styling
- Improved aerodynamics
LP400 (1974-1978)
The original pure wedge design
Production Legacy
Gallery
Experience the timeless beauty and revolutionary design of the legendary Countach
The iconic scissor doors that became a Lamborghini signature, displayed on this stunning blue Countach
Classic orange LP400 S showcasing the revolutionary wedge design against a beautiful English manor
Silver Countach with scissor doors open in front of an Italian cathedral - automotive art meets architecture
White Countach with distinctive rear wing, displaying the dramatic door mechanism and aggressive stance
Pure yellow LP400 showing the original clean wedge design by a serene pond setting