The Lamborghini Concept S was first shown as a concept car at teh Genevea Motor Show in March 2005, created at the Centro Stile Lamborghini in Sant’Agata Bolognese by Luc Donckerwolke, who drew inspiration from the classic single-seater racing cars of the past. The astonishing amount of public interest at the Geneva Motor Show prompted the decision to build a driveable prototype in order to further gauge potential customer demand, which was shown for the first time in Summer 2005 at the Monterey Concorso Italiano and at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in the USA.
The driveable Concept S prototype has changed only slightly compared to the original design study. For example, the so-called ‘saute-vent’ windscreen was re-designed for homologation reasons. The resulting look of the car is even more extreme than the original.
The driveable Concept S prototype has changed only slightly compared to the original design study. For example, the so-called ‘saute-vent’ windscreen was re-designed for homologation reasons. The resulting look of the car is even more extreme than the original.
Classic single-seaters did not have a traditional windscreen, but utilised the ‘saute-vent’ in order to direct air over the head of the driver. In the Concept S this device divides the cabin into two distinct compartments, giving the car an aggressive and futuristic look. It also creates a space between them that acts as an additional air inlet for the engine, which is positioned behind the seats. And like the Gallardo, which serves as the basis for this stunning supersportscar, the Concept S is equipped with a powerful V10 engine.
The aerodynamics of the Concept S have been optimised thanks to front and rear spoilers and a large rear diffuser. An electronically controlled, retractable central rear view mirror allows the driver to see what is happening behind the car - when required!
The aerodynamics of the Concept S have been optimised thanks to front and rear spoilers and a large rear diffuser. An electronically controlled, retractable central rear view mirror allows the driver to see what is happening behind the car - when required!