In photos: Lamborghini celebrates three generations of Countach

The new Lamborghini Countach has been shown off running on the road for the first time, and with special company.

To celebrate the third generation of the Raging Bull's most iconic supercar coming on sale, Lamborghini made sure the LPI 800-4's first outing was done in style – bringing out two significant Countach models for the ride.

Flanked by the very first Countach LP 400, as well as the final Countach 25th Anniversary, the latest iteration wasn't able to stretch it legs completely – but rather gave its 6.5-litre V12 a warm-up, making sure some of the 574kW could be used.

57

Making sure the newest iteration is future-proofed, the new Countach features a 48-volt electric motor, mounted on its seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox to give another 25kW, with its power coming from a supercapacitor rather than a traditional lithium-ion battery.

Considering the Countach turned 50 last year, even the original represents a timeless look, as Marcello Gandini's design inspired generations to come and could be held responsible for at least half of all Blu-Tac sales for posters in the 1980s.

57

However, Gandini has criticised the new Countach, hitting out at the Italian marque last year for going ahead with its recreation without his blessing – a reaction which ended up as MOTOR's Biggest Controversy of 2021.

However, Lamborghini likely won't mind, as at an estimated cost of $3.5 million each and with production capped at 112 units (referencing the project's internal name of LP 112), it's unlikely to be a loss-leader.

57