Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S "Berlinetta"(diecast 1:43, IXO)
- Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S "Berlinetta" (from 1978)
- IXO
- 1:43
- Showcase model / No engine
- diecast
- blue
- ebay Buy It Now
- 21,00 EUR
- In near mint condition
- Original packaging exists
- Not for sale
Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S: generation, origin, and technical background
The collectible shown is based on the Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S, a version of the first Countach series. The matching generation is the 1st generation, built from 1974. The LP 400 S came out in 1978 as an updated version of the early Countach and followed the Lamborghini Countach LP 400. The design language of the Countach came from Marcello Gandini at Bertone; on Lamborghini’s technical side, Paolo Stanzani, among others, played a major role. Typical features of the Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S were the widened fenders, revised wheels, and, depending on the version, a striking rear wing. The name “Countach” quickly became a classic in automotive history for wedge-shaped styling, a super-low body, and a longitudinal V12 mounted in the rear section. The LP in the name stands for “Longitudinale Posteriore,” meaning the engine is mounted lengthwise in the rear area.
V12 tech, chassis, and special features of the 1978 Countach LP 400 S
In the original car, the Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S used a 3,929 cubic centimeter (239.8 cubic inch) V12 with six Weber twin carburetors. Output was around 350 to 375 horsepower, depending on market and tuning. Power was sent through a manual five-speed gearbox. The chassis was a tubular frame with a lightweight body mounted on top. An unusual detail was the gearbox placement in front of the engine, with a driveshaft passing through the oil tank to the differential. This setup helped with weight distribution and is an important technical feature of the model. It also had independent suspension all around, disc brakes on all four wheels, and a suspension setup tuned for high-speed driving. The version visible in the photos, with a large rear wing, matches the late-1970s LP 400 S styling very well. For a bit of historical context: in 1978, Pope John Paul I was elected, the TV series Dallas premiered, and Boney M.’s Rivers of Babylon was a big international hit. That kind of timeline helps place the car in its era.
1/43 model car by IXO: visible details, diecast build, and styling
This piece is a model car in 1/43 scale by IXO, mounted on a black display base with the model name “Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S (1978)” printed on it. The miniature is made of diecast, meaning metal-cast construction, which is pretty common for collector models in this segment. What you can see here is a blue paint finish with a consistent color across the body and rear wing. The body shape shows the sharp Countach lines with a flat nose, trapezoidal window shapes, side air intakes, and the signature louvered section over the rear. At the front, the closed pop-up headlights are represented by white panels, along with a neatly fitted windshield wiper, black side mirrors, and a small Lamborghini badge on the nose. At the rear, the rectangular taillight units, twin exhaust setup, and the license-plate area lettering stand out. The wheels are finished in silver; a specific wheel maker or exact wheel design can’t be identified confidently from the photos, so it’s best not to make a fixed claim there. The large rear wing is also clearly visible and gives the mini car a very bold look.
Collector’s view of the HyakinthosHH example: proportions, interior, and presentation
For collectors, this piece from Modelly member “HyakinthosHH” is especially interesting because its proportions are easy to read. The 1/43 scale IXO model of the Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S shows the car’s low silhouette with clean edges, a short front end, a cabin pushed far back, and a wide rear section. Through the glazing, you can spot the steering wheel, the seats, and parts of the interior in a light-colored finish. The base is printed with the Lamborghini logo, which rounds out the display nicely in a case. The paint surface looks smooth, and reflections on the roof, front, and rear help make the body’s surfaces easy to read. The overall effect comes from the mix of wedge shape, the open-looking side window frames, the black vent openings, and the tall wing structure. A clear link to a specific movie or TV car can’t be confirmed for this model, so the safest call is to treat it as a regular road version of the Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S. For collectors of 1970s supercars, this version is a great example of how the Countach evolved from the early LP 400 into the wider S model.
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Beautiful Lamborghini, I really like it 👍 😎👍🔥👏
Chriskitt
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Beautiful Lamborghini, I really like it 👍 😎👍🔥👏