The 2013 model year marked the final chapter of Lamborghini’s manual era, and this LP570-4 Superleggera represents one of the most sought-after specifications of that period. As one of the extremely rare factory-built 6-speed gated manual Superleggeras, it sits within a group of approximately ten cars believed to exist worldwide and only two confirmed examples delivered to Japan. This positions the car amongst the most significant modern Lamborghinis, combining lightweight construction, a naturally aspirated V10, and a traditional metal-gated shifter in a specification that was already exclusive even when new.
Finished in Arancio Borealis with the optional high rear wing, orange carbon-ceramic brake calipers, full carbon interior package, steel roll-bar, and a front axle lift system, this example captures everything that defined the Superleggera as the purest Gallardo variant. The gated transmission transforms the driving experience, delivering precise mechanical engagement and a directness that later automated systems cannot replicate. Inside, carbon bucket seats, Alcantara trim, and exposed carbon fiber surfaces create a focused and purposeful cabin that reflects the lightweight philosophy behind the model.
Rarity and significance
This LP570-4 Superleggera is one of the very few factory-produced units equipped with the iconic 6-speed gated manual transmission. Enthusiast registries and global VIN tracking suggest that only about ten manual Superleggeras exist worldwide. Within that already limited number, this example holds additional importance as one of only two known manual units delivered to Japan. Its combination of analog drivetrain, lightweight specification, and JDM provenance makes it a standout in the modern Lamborghini landscape and a highly desirable collector piece.
Why this car matters
The LP570-4 Superleggera was engineered as a celebration of driving purity. Its reduced weight, 8000 RPM 570 horsepower naturally aspirated V10, and sharpened chassis were all designed to deliver a raw and authentic character. With the gated manual transmission, this car offers a level of engagement unmatched by later dual-clutch or turbocharged models. From its high wing, expansive carbon fiber use, and steel roll bar only reinforce its identity as the most focused and driver oriented variant of the Gallardo lineup. Arancio Borealis, complemented by matching carbon-ceramic brake calipers, gives the car a distinctive presence fitting of a final-year analog Lamborghini. The final wail of a bygone era.
