One-of-a-Kind 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster To Be Auctioned
6 October 1999
One-of-a-Kind 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster Designed by Stefano Ricci To Be Auctioned in Neiman Marcus-Beverly Hills on October 7th
DALLAS, Oct. 6 -- The following was released today by Neiman
Marcus:
WHAT: Neiman Marcus, Classico Italia, and Lamborghini Automobili S.p.a.,
have joined efforts in a gesture of international solidarity to
present the 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster. During Neiman
Marcus' Italian celebration, Festa d'Italia, these three
companies, widely known for their style, exclusivity, luxury, and
passion, will auction a one-of-a-kind 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT
Roadster- designed and personalized by Stefano Ricci, President of
Classico Italia - at Neiman Marcus-Beverly Hills.
Technical Information of the 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster:
-- New generation ABS system
-- Maximum power: 390 kW (530PS) @7100rpm
-- Top speed: 335km/h
-- Standing kilometre: 20.5
-- Acceleration rate: 0-100 km/h in 3.95 seconds
-- Maximum torque: 605Nm (61.7kgm) ar 5500rpm
-- Displacement: 5707cc
-- Frame is constructed of rectangular tubes in high strength steel
alloy and carbon fiber composite panels
-- Wide diameter valves
-- Brakes: Power vacuum H system with ABS, aluminum alloy four
cylinder calipers
Stefano Ricci, president of Classico Italia - Gruppo Italiano Moda
Maschile, designed and personalized this car in Classico Italia's
characteristic green which is carried through to the car's
luxurious alligator-lined interior. A total of 260 working hours
were dedicated by Florentine craftsmen to the lining, while
Stefano Ricci studied the details of the metal accessories
together with the century old expertise of the Miracoli
silversmiths from Milan. The 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster
is destined to uphold the image for which Italy has always been
known--as a land of great workmanship and fast, compelling cars.
WHEN &
WHERE: The 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster will be on view at
Neiman Marcus-Beverly Hills starting Tuesday, September 28th and
available for view on http://www.livebid.com . The car will be
auctioned simultaneously on Thursday, October 7th at 7pm during
the store's annual InCircle event on the main floor and live
online at http://www.livebid.com . In addition, Neiman Marcus customers
can watch the auction at the following stores: Atlanta, Houston,
Michigan Avenue. NorthPark in Dallas and Scottsdale.
The proceeds from the auction will benefit three different
charities chosen by Neiman Marcus, Classico Italia and
Lamborghini. Proceeds will be donated by Neiman Marcus to The
Race to Erase MS, by Classico Italia to fund a mobile hospital in
Africa and by Lamborghini to an assisted care
facility for the elderly.
WHO: Classico Italia - Gruppo Italiano Moda Maschile - is the original
guaranteed trademark for high fashion men's wear in Italy.
Throughout the course of its 13-year life, Classico Italia has
succeeded in exemplifying authentic traits of the "Made in Italy"
tradition--a respect for ancient garment making techniques,
use of only the finest fabrics, and workmanship rendered by
expert hands.
Lamborghini Automobili S.p.a. represents in the automotive field
what Classico Italia stands for in the field of high-class Men's
fashion: vision and tradition. Ferruccio Lamborghini started out
purchasing surplus military vehicles after World War II and
converted them into agricultural machines. In 1963, he founded
Lamborghini Automobili S.p.a. to compete with Enzo Ferrari in the
super sportscar sector.
Founded in 1993, The Nancy Davis Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis
is an organization dedicated to the treatment and ultimate cure of
MS. The Race to Erase MS is the principal fundraising effort of
The Nancy Davis Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis and has been
instrumental in raising the much needed funds for MS research.
Proceeds from the Race to Erase MS go directly to
The Center Without Walls, a unique collaboration of eminent
physicians, scientists, and clinicians nationwide developing
innovative research programs and new therapeutic approaches to
eradicate MS from our planet ... forever.