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Diablo SV Monterey Edition (1999)
Created specifically for the U.S. market, the Monterey Edition was a limited run of 20 Diablo SVs, commissioned to commemorate the 1999 Monterey Historic
Automobile Races in California. It was a dealer-driven special, not directly initiated by Lamborghini SpA, but produced with full factory support. The idea
was to offer an ultra-rare version of the Diablo for dedicated collectors and VIP customers.
Specs:
Engine: 5.7L V12, naturally aspirated
Horsepower: 530 hp (same as standard SV)
0–100 km/h: ~3.9 seconds
Top Speed: ~325 km/h
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (SV)
Special Features:
Most were painted in Monterey Blue, a striking metallic hue exclusive at the time
Custom interior with special embroidery and color coordination
Numbered plaques inside each car
Optional carbon fiber elements and exclusive wheel finishes
Most Monterey Editions are accounted for, often with low mileage. They're now considered prized collector cars. Some remain in the U.S., while a few have made
their way to private collections overseas.
Diablo GT1 Stradale (1997))
In the mid-‘90s, Lamborghini (under Megatech ownership) dabbled with entering the FIA GT1 racing series, a championship featuring hypercars like the McLaren F1 GTR
and Porsche 911 GT1. To homologate a race car, Signes Advanced Technologies in France developed the Diablo GT1 chassis, with Lamborghini supplying the V12 engine.
Only two cars were built:
One pure race car (chassis #GT1-001)
One road-legal Stradale version (chassis #GT1-002), now in private hands.
Specs (Stradale):
Engine: Heavily reworked 6.0L V12
Horsepower: ~655 hp
Gearbox: Xtrac sequential racing transmission
Weight: ~1050 kg (stripped-down chassis)
Body: Full carbon fiber shell
Layout: Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Both examples still exist. The Stradale occasionally appears at historic racing or exotic car events. It is not street-legal in most regions, though it has been seen in Monaco and Japan.
Diablo Roadster Momo Edition (1999)
The Momo Edition was a collaboration between Lamborghini and Momo, the Italian performance parts manufacturer famous for their racing steering wheels, wheels, and accessories.
It was a U.S.-market special, built in very low numbers (some sources suggest only 12).
Specs:
Based on the Diablo VT Roadster (AWD)
Engine: 5.7L V12
Horsepower: 530 hp
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
Special Features:
Bright Momo Red paint
Custom wheels designed by Momo
Momo steering wheel and shift knob
Embroidered Momo branding inside
Yellow brake calipers and special badging
Momo and Lamborghini had a longstanding relationship in motorsports and accessories. The special edition was a tribute to that partnership and a way to showcase Momo's styling influence.
According to available information, there were 12 Momo Editions produced in 1999, with six painted in 3-layer Giallo Flash (pearl yellow) and the other six in 3-layer Rosso Vik (metallic red).
A few confirmed examples still exist in the U.S., mostly in private collections. One has surfaced at auction in recent years, fetching a high price due to its obscurity.
Diablo Alpine Edition (1999)
This special run of just 12 units was created in partnership with Alpine Electronics, which provided cutting-edge infotainment systems for Lamborghini. The Alpine Edition was intended to be
a showcase of tech and luxury, targeting affluent buyers who wanted sound quality as sharp as performance.
Specs:
Based on the Diablo VT or SV (varies by car)
Engine: 5.7L V12
Horsepower: 530 hp
Interior: Custom-trimmed to match the Alpine theme
Special Features:
Alpine multimedia system (TV screens, navigation, CD changers — big stuff in ‘99!)
Special speaker layout and audio tuning
Unique interior stitching and branding
Numbered plaques
Optional custom colors and finishes
This was part of a brand collaboration to emphasize the Diablo’s dual nature, ferocious on the road,
but refined inside. Lamborghini wanted to highlight its ability to blend performance with luxury, especially for U.S. buyers.
A few Alpine Editions have surfaced online, usually in excellent condition due to low mileage and collector ownership. At least one
resides in Japan, and another is known to be in Europe after being exported.
