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1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV for sale

649,995

GBP

Preston, United Kingdom

  • Mileage 37,950 km
  • Gearbox Manual
  • First registration 1997

Overview about this 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV for sale

A Diablo SV registered in August 1997 on an R plate, in Blu Scuro over Nero Alcantara, showing 23,581 miles.

The SV is the rear-drive Diablo, and this is a pre-airbag right-hand-drive car: the dealer states that 13 of those were imported into the United Kingdom. The 5.7-litre V12 is quoted by the dealer at 510 bhp, driving through a five-speed manual gearbox.

It carries the rear wing, the removable SV decals, pop-up headlights, white instrument dials and the original Alpine head unit and subwoofer. Alcantara covers the seats, the doors and the dashboard.

The dealer states that the car has been serviced and inspected by Mike Pullen at Carrera Sport, and that the split-rim wheels have been refurbished and fitted with new tyres all round.

This 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV shows 37,950 km. It is powered by a 5.7 litres engine. It is equipped with a manual transmission. The car is finished in Blu Scuro with a Nero Alcantara interior.

Equipment includes 18 inch Split rims alloys, 5 sp Manual Gearbox, Brand new tyres, Exterior in Blue Scuro, Interior in Nero Alcantara, Naturally Aspirated V12, Original Alpine Head unit and subwoofer, Pop-up Headlights, Rear Wing, Removable SV decals.

The asking price is £649,995. The car is located in Preston, United Kingdom.

Technical Information

This unit

Interior
Nero Alcantara
Location
Preston, United Kingdom

Powertrain

Engine
5.7 litres
Transmission
Manual

Further details

Body style
Coupe
Layout
Mid engine, rear-wheel drive
Power quoted by the dealer
510 bhp
Driver position
Right-hand drive
Exterior colour
Blu Scuro
Mileage quoted by the dealer
23,581 miles
UK registration plate
R
Owners from new
4

Equipment

Equipment listed by the dealer 10

  • 18 inch Split rims alloys
  • 5 sp Manual Gearbox
  • Brand new tyres
  • Exterior in Blue Scuro
  • Interior in Nero Alcantara
  • Naturally Aspirated V12
  • Original Alpine Head unit and subwoofer
  • Pop-up Headlights
  • Rear Wing
  • Removable SV decals

Equipment as listed by the dealer. Verify the specification with the dealer before purchase.

FAQ

This Lamborghini Diablo SV in the European market

How this car sits against the other Lamborghini Diablo SV advertised in Europe on 2026, and what to settle before a cross-border purchase.

Is this Lamborghini priced above or below the European market?

At £649,995, about €760,486, it sits above the median of €312,196 for the 250 Lamborghini advertised in Europe in 2026. 92% of them are advertised for less. Asking prices are not transaction prices, and specification differences explain much of the spread. See the listings

Can this Lamborghini be bought in the United Kingdom and registered elsewhere in Europe?

The car is located in Preston, United Kingdom. The dealer has not stated whether the price is quoted gross, net of VAT for export, or under the margin scheme. Cross-border purchase is normal for this kind of car, but the documentation, the certificate of conformity, transport and the registration rules of the destination country all have to be settled with the selling dealer first.

How much did this Lamborghini Diablo SV cost new?

The manufacturer's base list price was €207,000 in United States, excluding options. This car is advertised at £649,995, 267% above that figure. A list price is the launch price of the version without options, so a heavily specified car left the factory above it, and it says nothing about what the car is worth today.

How does the mileage of this Lamborghini compare?

37,950 km recorded, against a median of 7,747 km across the Lamborghini advertised in Europe in 2026. It is therefore among the higher-mileage cars currently listed. Service history and previous owners are not published on LUSSO and should be confirmed with the selling dealer.

Which other Lamborghini are priced closest to this one?

a 1987 car in Germany at €749,900, and a 2022 car in Germany at €749,000. Observed in 2026. Comparing them means putting model year, mileage, factory options and the VAT basis side by side before the price itself. See the listings

Who is selling this Lamborghini Diablo SV, and how does a purchase work?

Amari Supercars, a professional dealer in Preston, United Kingdom. LUSSO lists the car and passes enquiries to that dealer; the inspection, the negotiation, the invoice and the transfer of ownership all take place directly between the buyer and the dealer. LUSSO does not hold stock, take deposits or act as an intermediary in payment.

Can this Lamborghini Diablo SV be inspected before purchase?

The car is at Preston, United Kingdom, and an inspection is arranged with the selling dealer. Buyers based in another country commonly appoint an independent inspector or a marque specialist rather than travel. Ask the dealer for the service record, the number of previous owners and any accident history: LUSSO does not publish these and cannot confirm them.

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