2014 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-2 50th Anniversary

The Lamborghini Gallardo was a defining model for the brand, serving as the entry-level "baby Lambo" from 2003 to 2013. Designed by Luc Donckerwolke, the Gallardo was an instant success, blending Lamborghini's aggressive styling and V10 performance into a more accessible package. It quickly became the best-selling model in the history of Sant'Agata Bolognese, with 14,002 units produced during its ten-year run. While it backed up its bigger V12 brothers like the Murciélago and Aventador, the Gallardo also played a pivotal role in commemorating Lamborghini's 50th anniversary.

Throughout its production, the Gallardo was released in nearly thirty special editions, each with its own unique twist—from Spyders and Superleggeras to GT3 race cars and even a police edition. Among these was the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-2 50th Anniversary edition, one of the rarest and most exclusive Gallardo variants.

Released for the 2014 model year to mark Lamborghini's milestone 50th anniversary, the LP560-2 50th Anniversary was limited to just 100 units, with this being 1 of 25 US examples. This special edition featured rear-wheel drive and was available with a manual gearbox, making it a highly sought-after model for collectors. It was unveiled quietly at the 2013 Shanghai Motor Show, largely overshadowed by the more prominent Aventador LP720-4 50th, and did not receive much fanfare or even an official press release, further adding to its rarity and mystique.

Finished in the beautiful Bianco Opalis—a shimmering white—the Gallardo LP560-2 50th Anniversary boasted several exclusive features. It was equipped with a carbon-fiber rear wing from the Gallardo Superleggera and a transparent engine cover, showcasing its high-performance V10 engine. The car also featured Lamborghini's "Iniezione Diretta Stratificata" direct fuel injection system, which improved efficiency while reducing CO2 emissions by 18%, despite a boost in performance.

Inside, the anniversary edition included a special 50th-anniversary emblem crafted from Lamborghini’s patented Forged Composite carbon fiber, hand-applied by skilled artisans—a nod to the brand’s blend of high-tech engineering and old-world craftsmanship.

This limited-edition Gallardo was a fitting farewell to one of Lamborghini’s most beloved models, and its rarity, coupled with its rear-wheel drive configuration and manual transmission option, ensures that it will be one of the most coveted Gallardo variants for years to come.