What an incredible scene captured in Utrecht! Not just one, but two Lamborghini Countachs standing side by side - a sight that's rare and absolutely unforgettable. Both of these iconic machines have quite a history on our site, so let’s dive into their stories.
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Starting with the stunning red Lamborghini Countach LP500 S, this car has been wearing the same license plate for over 18 years now. The first time it popped up on our radar was way back in 2007, spotted in Winterswijk, Netherlands. That same year, it also made an appearance in Hengelo. Fast forward two years to 2009, and it was seen again, this time in Aalten. In 2013, it showed up cruising on the highway near Zwolle. After that, it disappeared from the spotlight for a full 12 years - until now, with its recent and very welcome reappearance in Utrecht!
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Then there’s the striking white Lamborghini Countach 5000 S. This one was first spotted in 2016, also in Winterswijk, just like the red one was almost a decade earlier. Over the years, it continued to make appearances: in 2021 and 2022, it was seen in De Lutte and Heerlen, though interestingly, during those sightings, it was missing its iconic rear wing. However, by 2023 when it turned up in Tegelen, the wing was back on, and it proudly remains in place today in 2025.
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It's always fascinating to trace the paths these legendary cars have taken over the years - especially seeing how both of them are not just tucked away in garages but actually driven. And to spot them together like this? Truly a dream for any automotive enthusiast.
LP500 S vs. 5000 S: What’s the real difference?
Since we’re talking about two legends here, it’s the perfect time to clear up the differences between the Lamborghini Countach LP500 S and the Countach 5000 S - two names that often confuse even seasoned car fans.
First off, the LP500 S comes with a 4.8-liter V12 under the hood, pushing out about 375 horsepower. When Lamborghini moved to the 5000 S, they gave it a bigger 5.0-liter V12, offering between 375 and 450 hp depending on the tuning. So while both are absolute beasts, the 5000 S packed a bit more punch.
Both models could rip to top speeds around 290-305 km/h, so performance was absolutely in supercar territory for the time.
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In terms of production, the LP500 S was built from 1982 to 1985, while the 5000 S took over and stayed in production until 1988. Design-wise, they shared that legendary wedge shape that made the Countach an icon, but the 5000 S often came with slight updates like improved aerodynamics and, in some cases, spoilers were added purely for style.
When it comes to their place in history, the LP500 S paved the way as a true exotic car for its era, while the 5000 S built on that legacy, refining it further to keep up with the evolving supercar world of the 1980s.
Seeing a red LP500 S and a white 5000 S together like this - each with its own story, wear, and character - feels like witnessing a rolling piece of Lamborghini history. And the best part? These cars are still out there living life on the road, exactly how they were meant to.
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The story behind the Countach's rear wing
One of the coolest things about the Countach is that massive rear wing - but here’s the thing: it wasn’t actually part of the original factory setup. The very first Countach to ever get a wing belonged to Canadian businessman and Formula 1 team owner Walter Wolf. He wanted his car to look even more aggressive, so he had a wing added.
But officially, Lamborghini couldn’t sell the Countach with the wing from the factory, because it wasn’t approved for road use. So they came up with a clever little workaround. Once the cars were finished on the production line, they were rolled out into a parking lot near the factory. There, workers would grab an electric hand drill and bolt the wing on - right before the car got picked up by dealers. It was a quick job, taking about 10 minutes!
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Funny thing is, the wing didn’t really help with performance. In fact, the Countach actually had some lift at the front end at high speeds, and putting a huge wing on the back only made that worse. But customers absolutely loved the way it looked, so Lamborghini just made sure the wing was installed at a neutral angle, meaning it didn’t really affect how the car handled.
Today, that big rear wing is one of the most iconic parts of the Countach’s crazy silhouette - even if it wasn’t exactly part of the original plan.
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