Rome became the epicenter of automotive elegance from April 16–19 as the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma, La Dolce Vita delle Automobili transformed the Italian capital into a global stage for classic car excellence. Among collectors and connoisseurs, one name stood out: Lamborghini.
At the heart of the event, Automobili Lamborghini unveiled a masterpiece of restoration, a 1972 Miura SV, meticulously returned to its factory-correct specification by Lamborghini Polo Storico. Presented in the refined setting of Casina Valadier, the car is a testament to the brand’s relentless commitment to preserving its legacy.
This Miura SV, widely regarded as the ultimate evolution of the world’s first supercar, underwent a painstaking three-year restoration process. Arriving at Sant’Agata Bolognese in late 2023 in a non-original configuration, the car was stripped back to its historical roots. Every detail, from the distinctive front fender grilles to the signature “Bob-type” exhaust tips inspired by legendary test driver Bob Wallace, was carefully re-engineered based on original production records.
The transformation extends beyond mechanics. The interior was fully reworked to period-correct specifications, including reinstated air conditioning prep, hazard lights, a compact steering wheel, and the extended handbrake lever. The exterior now wears the rare and sophisticated “Luci del Bosco” brown finish, paired with a “Senape” interior, both accurately matched through deep archival research due to their evolving use across Lamborghini models in the early 1970s.
But Lamborghini’s presence didn’t stop there. Three additional classics from private collectors took center stage in the concours. Two Countach 25th Anniversary models represented the bold spirit of the late 1980s, while a 1968 Miura P400, famous for its appearance in the opening scene of The Italian Job, captured the crowd’s imagination.
That very Miura P400, once surrounded by myths of destruction, proved its enduring legacy. Authenticated and restored by Lamborghini Polo Storico in 2019, the car not only survived but thrived, taking first place in its class and earning the special “La vettura di Cinecittà” award for its cinematic heritage.
As the Miura celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, its presence in Rome reinforces its status as a true icon, arguably the car that defined the supercar category itself.
With its debut at Anantara Concorso Roma, Lamborghini didn’t just showcase cars, it delivered a powerful reminder that heritage, when preserved with precision, becomes timeless performance art.
