Chassis No. 10246 Introduced at the Geneva International Motor Show in March 1970, the Lamborghini Jarama 400 GT marked the final evolution of the marque’s front-engine 2+2 grand touring tradition. Styled by Bertone and attributed to Marcello Gandini, it was assembled by Carrozzeria Marazzi. The Jarama retained a GT’s classic mechanical layout, with a longitudinal 4.0-liter V12 featuring dual overhead camshafts per bank and producing 350 CV at 7,500 rpm mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The design reflected early-1970s tastes, with taut proportions, a straight waistline, and distinctive partially hidden headlights. Built from 1970 to 1972, only 177 Jaramas were produced, and the model—described by Lamborghini as “one of Ferruccio’s favorites”—remains prized for its rarity, comfort, and performance. This late production Jarama 400 GT was delivered to its first French owner through Importateur Voitures Paris Monceau on 19 May 1972. The car was then acquired by Patrick Halebian who relocated the rare Lamborghini to sunny Cagnes-sur-Mer of the Côte d'Azur region on 14 February 1980. Remaining in the region, the car was acquired by its next long-term caretaker, Jacques Leonetti of Cornillon-Confoux, on 3 June 1985. In 1989, Leonetti brought the Jarama back to Bologna for Lamborghini to refinish the car in silver and have its engine serviced by their expert staff. Following this, the car was used sparingly until 2009, when it returned to Paris with its next caretaker displaying just 67,280 kilometers. The Jarama found its next long-term steward when it was purchased by the current Belgian owner on 26 March 2012. Despite the color change in 1989, the Jarama remained relatively undisturbed, providing an ideal basis for restoration to its original specification. The Jarama was entrusted to Ricks Engineering to expertly restore the Lamborghini. Completely restoring its cosmetics, the body was refinished in a period-correct shade of copper, while the interior was reupholstered in fresh beige leather and matching carpeting by Belgian craftsmen at Group B.S.A. Additionally, the windshield was replaced, and the chrome trim and wheels were refinished. Since its restoration, the current owner has used the car only on special occasions, and the odometer at consignment shows just 68,264 kilometers, believed to be original. While it may have been of Ferruccio’s favorite designs, the rare Jarama remains an uncommon sight today, with only 177 early 400 GT examples produced. Its rarity, distinctive Bertone design, and renowned 4.0-liter V12 make this collectible Jarama a strong candidate for any selection of Bologna’s finest.
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