Unique off-roader from Lamborghini
If you thought the Urus owes its existence to the wild LM002, it’s worth reconsidering that statement. Although the “Rambo Lambo” pickup is the official factory version, this unique station wagon based on the LM002 can be considered the true ancestor of modern models.
Creation history and owners
Conversion into a limousine
Created in 1986 and initially delivered to the Sultan of Brunei, the chassis KLA12162 proved insufficiently practical in its standard form. In 1989, the royal family turned to the Italian coachbuilder Salvatore Diomante to transform the LM002 into a limousine-station wagon. Instead of a cargo compartment, a tall passenger compartment appeared with surrounding seats and even a CRT television. This television from the Reagan era now, 36 years later, is non-functional.
Life after Brunei
After service in Brunei, the car came into the possession of former BMW and Volkswagen CEO Bernd Pischetsrieder, who inspected and certified it with the help of Registro Lamborghini experts. In 2012, it was imported to Sweden, where the third owner used it for daily trips, such as taking children to school. Imagine the reaction of neighbors parking next to this silver monster on 17-inch wheels with Pirelli Scorpion BK tires.
Condition and technical features
The body, originally black, now has a slightly worn silver paint with scratches and bubbles. However, authenticity matters: beneath this patina lies a 5.2-liter V12 engine from the Countach QV with six Weber carburetors, restored in 2024.
The engine power is 449 hp, as in the original Countach, with no modifications for improved comfort.
This power is transmitted through a 5-speed ZF manual gearbox with ranges, a transfer case, and three locking differentials.
Interior and auction
The interior reflects the luxury of the 1980s: black leather, surrounding rear seats, dome lighting, and vintage audio equipment. The odometer shows only 11,000 km, and now this unique off-roader can be purchased at the Bring a Trailer auction. The selling price is expected to be comparable to the cost of a new Urus.
This car not only demonstrates engineering boldness but also reflects the evolution of the luxury off-roader concept. Its history, from a royal garage to daily use, highlights how views on practicality and exclusivity have changed. Today, similar projects gain special significance, as manufacturers increasingly focus on mass-produced models, and unique examples remind us of the creative potential of automobile manufacturing.