The Lamborghini Miura was named after Don Eduardo Miura Fernández, a legendary breeder of fierce Spanish fighting bulls.
 | Prior to the arrival of the Miura in 1967, the supercar didn't exist. The Miura was the first to be built around key criteria: tremendous speed and jaw-dropping design coupled with technical innovation, resulting in a price tag which only the wealthiest could possibly afford. |
| Almost immediately, the Lamborghini marque leapfrogged to the head of the class, well ahead of both Ferrari and Maserati, with it's innovative mid-engine configuration. The Miura, which breathed through four triple-choke Weber carburetors, initially offered 350 horsepower on tap and was capable of 175 mph. It was more than a match for any other road going production car of it's era. |  |
 | In 1968, the “S,” or spinto (tuned), version appeared, boasting 370hp, updated brakes, and other enhancements. The S version was faster and more luxurious. It represented a step forward from its magnificent predecessor. |  |
Rare and hugely desirable, prices for the Miura have exploded over the past 5 years.
 | The Miura S was capable of reaching 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds and 140 mph in fewer than 30 seconds. 160 units were produced in 1969. | 
Hagerty suggests a concours example is trending around $2.4m. |
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