An incredibly rare Lamborghini Veneno Roadster is heading to auction next month and could sell for almost £5m (€5.9m).
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Unveiled in 2013, the Veneno was another in a line of ultra-exclusive vehicles produced by the Italian sports car manufacturer. Four examples of the coupe were made, followed by nine roofless variants as a result of customer demand.
This example is one of the latter models, and it sits atop the platform that underpins the Aventador – meaning its powered by the same 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 engine.
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Power here is bumped up to 750bhp however and is sent to all four wheels. As a result, 0-60mph (0-97 km/h) is covered in 2.7 seconds before the Veneno Roadster hits its 221mph (356 km/h) top speed.
A total weight of 1,490kg has been achieved thanks to a carbon fibre monocoque and bodywork made largely from the same material.
This particular car was originally purchased by a member of Saudi Arabia’s royal family. It’s finished in matte black with lime green accenting — a theme carried on into the cabin of the car. It has covered just 280 miles (451 kilometres) since leaving the factory.
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This Lamborghini Veneno Roadster will be offered by auction house RM Sotheby’s at its Paris sale, taking place on February 5. It’s expected to fetch €4.5m-€5.5m.
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