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{{Short description|Grand tourer produced by Lamborghini}}
{{Infobox automobile
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Lamborghini Jarama
| name = Lamborghini Jarama
| image = Lamborghini Jarama at AutoItalia Brooklands May 2012 1-cropped.jpg
| image = Lamborghini Jarama at AutoItalia Brooklands May 2012 1-cropped.jpg
| manufacturer = [[Lamborghini]]
| manufacturer = [[Lamborghini]]
| production = 1970–-1976<br/>Jarama: 176 units<br/>Jarama S: 152 units<br/>Total: 328 units
| production = 1970–1976<br/>Jarama: 176 units<br/>Jarama S: 152 units<br/>Total: 328 units
| assembly = Italy: [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]
| assembly = Italy: [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]
| designer = [[Marcello Gandini]] at [[Gruppo Bertone|Bertone]]
| designer = [[Marcello Gandini]] at [[Gruppo Bertone|Bertone]]
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| layout = [[FR layout]]
| layout = [[FR layout]]
| related = [[Lamborghini Espada]]
| related = [[Lamborghini Espada]]
| engine = 3.9 L (3,929 cc) ''[[Lamborghini V12|Lamborghini]]'' [[V12 engine|V12]]
| engine = {{convert|3929|cc|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} ''[[Lamborghini V12|Lamborghini]]'' [[V12 engine|V12]]
| transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]
| transmission = {{Unbulleted list|5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]|3-speed [[TorqueFlite]] [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2380|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2380|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4485|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4485|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1820|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1820|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1190|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1190|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1450|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} (dry)
| weight = {{convert|1450|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} (dry)
| predecessor = [[Lamborghini Islero]]
| predecessor = [[Lamborghini Islero]]
| sp = uk
| sp = uk
| caption = Jarama S
}}
}}
The '''Lamborghini Jarama''' ({{IPA-es|xaˈɾama}}) is a [[2+2 (car body style)|2+2]] [[grand tourer]] manufactured and marketed by [[Italy|Italian]] car manufacturer [[Lamborghini]] between 1970 and 1976. It was styled by [[Gruppo Bertone|Bertone]] designer [[Marcello Gandini]].
The '''Lamborghini Jarama''' ({{IPA|es|xaˈɾama}}) is a [[2+2 (car body style)|2+2]] [[grand tourer]] manufactured and marketed by [[Italy|Italian]] car manufacturer [[Lamborghini]] between 1970 and 1976. It was styled by [[Gruppo Bertone|Bertone]] designer [[Marcello Gandini]].


[[Ferruccio Lamborghini]] intended the name to recall the [[Spanish Fighting Bull|fighting bulls]] bred in [[Jarama]] river area in Spain and not the [[Circuito del Jarama|Jarama]] racing circuit near [[Madrid]].
[[Ferruccio Lamborghini]] intended the name to recall the [[Spanish Fighting Bull|fighting bulls]] bred in the [[Jarama]] river area in Spain and not the [[Circuito del Jarama|Jarama]] racing circuit near [[Madrid]].


[[File:Ferruccio lamborghini.jpg|right|thumb|[[Ferruccio Lamborghini]] with a Jarama (left) and a [[Lamborghini]] built tractor (right)]]
[[File:Ferruccio lamborghini.jpg|right|thumb|[[Ferruccio Lamborghini]] with a Jarama (left) and a [[Lamborghini]] built tractor (right)]]


==History==
==History==
[[File:Wikilamjarint.jpg|alt=Early Lamborghini Jarama instrument panel and steering wheel|thumb|Early Jarama instrument panel and steering wheel]]
In 1970 Lamborghini designed the [[Lamborghini Islero|Islero]] to meet the demand of the American market. When it came time to replace it, instead of just redesigning the Islero, Lamborghini instead made the Jarama, filling the spot which would have been taken by a second generation of the Islero. Introduced in 1970 at the [[Geneva Motor Show#1970|Geneva Motor Show]], Lamborghini built the Jarama to meet U.S. standards using a version of the [[Lamborghini Espada|Espada]] chassis that had had its wheelbase shortened by 10.7&nbsp;inches.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://auto.howstuffworks.com/lamborghini-sports-cars4.htm|title=Lamborghini Sports Cars|date=2007-05-31|work=HowStuffWorks|access-date=2018-05-22|language=en}}</ref> The Jarama was heavier than the Islero, though it claimed the same top speed of 162 mph. The Jarama is powered by the same 3.9 L (3,929 cc) [[Lamborghini V12|Lamborghini V12 engine]] used in the [[Lamborghini Islero|Islero]] and [[Lamborghini Espada|Espada]]. The engine was fitted with Six [[Weber carburetor|Weber]] carburetors and sent power to the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/PA17/Paris/lots/r138-1970-lamborghini-jarama-400-gt-by-bertone/411866|title=RM Sotheby's - r138 1970 Lamborghini Jarama 400 GT by Bertone|date=2017-07-19|work=RM Sotheby's|access-date=2018-05-22|language=en}}</ref> Two different models were made, the original GT (1970–1973) model which produced {{convert|350|bhp|abbr=on}}, and the GTS (also known as ''Jarama S'') (1972–1976) that produced {{convert|365|bhp|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.autotrader.com/car-news/lamborghini-jarama-weirdest-looking-lamborghini-261592|title=The Lamborghini Jarama Is the Weirdest-Looking Lamborghini - Autotrader|website=Autotrader|language=en|access-date=2018-05-22}}</ref> The GTS featured a few minor body modifications including a hood scoop, exhaust vents in the fenders and new wheels. A redesigned dashboard, [[power assisted steering]], removable roof panels, and a Chrysler TorqueFlite [[automatic transmission]] also became available as options. Early Jaramas featured magnesium alloy wheels from the [[Lamborghini Miura|Miura]]. A total of 328 Jaramas were built.
[[File:Lamborghini Jarama 400 GT Rear.jpg|alt=Early Lamborghini Jarama rear view, showing Miura-style knock off magnesium wheels|thumb|Early Jarama rear view, showing Miura-style knock-off magnesium wheels]]


In 1968 Lamborghini began manufacturing the [[Lamborghini Islero|Islero]] to meet the demand of the American market. When it came time to replace it, instead of just redesigning the Islero, Lamborghini instead made the Jarama. Introduced in 1970 at the [[Geneva Motor Show#1970|Geneva Motor Show]], Lamborghini built the Jarama to meet U.S. standards using a version of the [[Lamborghini Espada|Espada]] chassis that had had its wheelbase shortened by 10.7&nbsp;inches.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://auto.howstuffworks.com/lamborghini-sports-cars4.htm|title=Lamborghini Sports Cars|date=2007-05-31|work=HowStuffWorks|access-date=2018-05-22|language=en}}</ref>
[[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s personal Jarama GTS is on display at the official [[Museo Lamborghini|Lamborghini museum]] at the company's factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]], Italy.
Exterior styling was done by [[Marcello Gandini]], which resulted in similarities with the [[Iso Lele]], also styled by Gandini.
A total of 328 Jaramas were built.


The Jarama weighs {{Convert|1450|kg|lbs|abbr=}} dry, heavier than the Islero. It is powered by the same 3.9 L (3,929 cc) [[Lamborghini V12|Lamborghini V12 engine]] used in the Islero and Espada, which was heavily derived from the engine used in the earlier [[Lamborghini 400 GT|400 GT]]. The engine was fitted with six [[Weber carburetor|Weber]] 40 DCOE carburetors and sends power to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/PA17/Paris/lots/r138-1970-lamborghini-jarama-400-gt-by-bertone/411866|title=RM Sotheby's - r138 1970 Lamborghini Jarama 400 GT by Bertone|date=2017-07-19|work=RM Sotheby's|access-date=2018-05-22|language=en}}</ref> The original Jarama (1970–1973) model was claimed to produce {{convert|350|bhp|abbr=on}}. Early Jaramas feature [[Centerlock wheels|centre-locking]] magnesium alloy wheels, as used on the Miura and S1/S2 Espadas.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book|last=Marchet|first=Jean-François|title=Lamborghini Espada & the 4-seaters : 350GT, 400GT, Islero, Jarama, Marzal, Espada|date=1985|publisher=Osprey Pub.|isbn=0-85045-592-8|location=London|oclc=12806744}}</ref>
The [[Iso Lele]] and the Lamborghini Jarama share similarities in their exterior styling and were both styled by [[Marcello Gandini]].

=== Jarama S ===
The Jarama S (also known as ''Jarama GTS'') was introduced in 1972. The exhaust system, heads and carburetors were revised, resulting in a power increase to {{convert|365|bhp|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.autotrader.com/car-news/lamborghini-jarama-weirdest-looking-lamborghini-261592|title=The Lamborghini Jarama Is the Weirdest-Looking Lamborghini - Autotrader|website=Autotrader|language=en|access-date=2018-05-22}}</ref> The S features a few minor body modifications including a hood scoop, exhaust vents in the fenders, windshield position adjustments and relocated turn signals. New wheels on five-bolt hubs were used, identical to those used on the Series 3 Espada. The interior has a redesigned dashboard trimmed in aluminium, switches relocated to the centre console, added head and sound insulation and improved rear seats and legroom. [[Power assisted steering]] became standard early into Jarama S production. Removable roof panels, and a Chrysler [[TorqueFlite]] [[automatic transmission]] were also available as factory options. Lamborghini built 150 of this version.<ref name=":0" />

[[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s personal Jarama S is on display at the official [[Museo Lamborghini|Lamborghini museum]] at the company's factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]], Italy.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.lambocars.com/classic_gt/jarama_gts_400.html|title=Jarama GTS 400|last=Smeyers|first=Mark|date=1 January 2010|website=www.lambocars.com|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-08}}</ref> The Jarama was Mr. Lamborghini's favorite model.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/classic-cars/a29003/ferruccio-lamborghini-jarama/|title=Ferruccio Lamborghini's Favorite Car Was the Lamborghini You Forgot About|last=Perkins|first=Chris|date=2016-04-28|website=Road & Track|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-07}}</ref> He stated in a 1991 interview "I preferred the Jarama to all the others, because it is the perfect compromise between the [[Lamborghini Miura]] and the Espada."<ref>{{Cite journal|date=January 1991|title=Interview with Ferruccio Lamborghini|url=http://www.400gt.com/articles/compare/interview.htm|journal=Thoroughbred & Classic Car|access-date=2020-03-07|archive-date=2012-04-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120402132212/http://www.400gt.com/articles/compare/interview.htm|url-status=dead}}</ref>

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== Jarama Rally ==
== Jarama Rally ==
[[File:Wikilamjarw.jpg|thumb|Lamborghini Jarama Sport and [[Lamborghini Miura P400 Jota]]]]
[[File:Wikilamjarw.jpg|thumb|Lamborghini Jarama Rally and [[Lamborghini Miura P400 Jota]]]]
[[File:Lamborghini Jarama SVR front 2.jpg|thumb|Lamborghini Jarama SVR in the [[Museo Ferruccio Lamborghini]]]]
The Jarama Rally, also known as the Jarama "Bob", is a one-off, race modified Jarama built by Lamborghini's test driver [[Bob Wallace (test driver)|Bob Wallace]]. It features a modified 3.9-liter V12 engine that was repositioned to sit farther back in the engine bay. This allowed it to achieve a nearly 50/50 weight distribution (the standard Jarama had 53/47 weight distribution). The engine produces {{Convert|380|hp|kW|abbr=on}} at 8,000 rpm, {{Convert|15|hp|kW|abbr=on}} more than stock, and could reportedly reach a top speed of 270 km/h (167.7 mph) and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in about 5 seconds. As a race-ready example, [[Bob Wallace (test driver)|Bob Wallace]] built the car from a bare shell, re-welding it where needed for stiffness and fitting a lightweight steel rear roll cage. He also upgraded the Jarama with a heavily modified aluminum body, which got rid of, amongst other things, the Jarama's hinged headlights and plastic discs, allowing the car to be around {{Convert|300|kg|lb|abbr=on}} lighter than stock at an estimated {{Convert|1170|kg|lb|abbr=on}}. It also featured center locking Miura wheels and low back seats, Koni racing shock absorbers, and a stripped out interior. The orange and black painted vehicle never ended up participating in any races. The car was reportedly restored in the UK in 1990 after being discovered in Saudi Arabia.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html|title=Jarama Registry|last=G.D.|website=www.jaramaregistry.com|access-date=2018-05-11}}</ref>
The Jarama Rally, also known as the Jarama "Bob", is a one-off, race modified Jarama built by Lamborghini's test driver [[Bob Wallace (test driver)|Bob Wallace]]. It features a modified 3.9-liter V12 engine that was repositioned to sit farther back in the engine bay. This allowed it to achieve a nearly 50/50 weight distribution (the standard Jarama had 53/47 weight distribution). The engine produces {{Convert|380|hp|kW|abbr=on}} at 8,000 rpm, {{Convert|15|hp|kW|abbr=on}} more than stock, and could reportedly reach a top speed of 270 km/h (167.7 mph) and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in about 5 seconds. As a race-ready example, [[Bob Wallace (test driver)|Bob Wallace]] built the car from a bare shell, re-welding it where needed for stiffness and fitting a lightweight steel rear roll cage. He also upgraded the Jarama with a heavily modified aluminum body, which got rid of, amongst other things, the Jarama's hinged headlights and plastic discs, allowing the car to be around {{Convert|300|kg|lb|abbr=on}} lighter than stock at an estimated {{Convert|1170|kg|lb|abbr=on}}. It also featured center locking Miura wheels and low back seats, Koni racing shock absorbers, and a stripped out interior. The orange and black painted vehicle never ended up participating in any races. The car was reportedly restored in the UK in 1990 after being discovered in Saudi Arabia.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html|title=Jarama Registry|last=G.D.|website=www.jaramaregistry.com|access-date=2018-05-11}}</ref>


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Latest revision as of 00:43, 17 December 2024

Lamborghini Jarama
Jarama S
Overview
ManufacturerLamborghini
Production1970–1976
Jarama: 176 units
Jarama S: 152 units
Total: 328 units
AssemblyItaly: Sant'Agata Bolognese
DesignerMarcello Gandini at Bertone
Body and chassis
ClassGrand tourer
Body style2-door 2+2 coupé
LayoutFR layout
RelatedLamborghini Espada
Powertrain
Engine3.9 L (3,929 cc) Lamborghini V12
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,380 mm (93.7 in)
Length4,485 mm (176.6 in)
Width1,820 mm (71.7 in)
Height1,190 mm (46.9 in)
Kerb weight1,450 kg (3,197 lb) (dry)
Chronology
PredecessorLamborghini Islero

The Lamborghini Jarama (Spanish pronunciation: [xaˈɾama]) is a 2+2 grand tourer manufactured and marketed by Italian car manufacturer Lamborghini between 1970 and 1976. It was styled by Bertone designer Marcello Gandini.

Ferruccio Lamborghini intended the name to recall the fighting bulls bred in the Jarama river area in Spain and not the Jarama racing circuit near Madrid.

Ferruccio Lamborghini with a Jarama (left) and a Lamborghini built tractor (right)

History

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Early Lamborghini Jarama instrument panel and steering wheel
Early Jarama instrument panel and steering wheel
Early Lamborghini Jarama rear view, showing Miura-style knock off magnesium wheels
Early Jarama rear view, showing Miura-style knock-off magnesium wheels

In 1968 Lamborghini began manufacturing the Islero to meet the demand of the American market. When it came time to replace it, instead of just redesigning the Islero, Lamborghini instead made the Jarama. Introduced in 1970 at the Geneva Motor Show, Lamborghini built the Jarama to meet U.S. standards using a version of the Espada chassis that had had its wheelbase shortened by 10.7 inches.[1] Exterior styling was done by Marcello Gandini, which resulted in similarities with the Iso Lele, also styled by Gandini. A total of 328 Jaramas were built.

The Jarama weighs 1,450 kilograms (3,200 lb) dry, heavier than the Islero. It is powered by the same 3.9 L (3,929 cc) Lamborghini V12 engine used in the Islero and Espada, which was heavily derived from the engine used in the earlier 400 GT. The engine was fitted with six Weber 40 DCOE carburetors and sends power to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission.[2] The original Jarama (1970–1973) model was claimed to produce 350 bhp (260 kW). Early Jaramas feature centre-locking magnesium alloy wheels, as used on the Miura and S1/S2 Espadas.[3]

Jarama S

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The Jarama S (also known as Jarama GTS) was introduced in 1972. The exhaust system, heads and carburetors were revised, resulting in a power increase to 365 bhp (272 kW).[4] The S features a few minor body modifications including a hood scoop, exhaust vents in the fenders, windshield position adjustments and relocated turn signals. New wheels on five-bolt hubs were used, identical to those used on the Series 3 Espada. The interior has a redesigned dashboard trimmed in aluminium, switches relocated to the centre console, added head and sound insulation and improved rear seats and legroom. Power assisted steering became standard early into Jarama S production. Removable roof panels, and a Chrysler TorqueFlite automatic transmission were also available as factory options. Lamborghini built 150 of this version.[3]

Ferruccio Lamborghini's personal Jarama S is on display at the official Lamborghini museum at the company's factory in Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy.[5] The Jarama was Mr. Lamborghini's favorite model.[6] He stated in a 1991 interview "I preferred the Jarama to all the others, because it is the perfect compromise between the Lamborghini Miura and the Espada."[7]


Jarama Rally

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Lamborghini Jarama Rally and Lamborghini Miura P400 Jota
Lamborghini Jarama SVR in the Museo Ferruccio Lamborghini

The Jarama Rally, also known as the Jarama "Bob", is a one-off, race modified Jarama built by Lamborghini's test driver Bob Wallace. It features a modified 3.9-liter V12 engine that was repositioned to sit farther back in the engine bay. This allowed it to achieve a nearly 50/50 weight distribution (the standard Jarama had 53/47 weight distribution). The engine produces 380 hp (280 kW) at 8,000 rpm, 15 hp (11 kW) more than stock, and could reportedly reach a top speed of 270 km/h (167.7 mph) and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in about 5 seconds. As a race-ready example, Bob Wallace built the car from a bare shell, re-welding it where needed for stiffness and fitting a lightweight steel rear roll cage. He also upgraded the Jarama with a heavily modified aluminum body, which got rid of, amongst other things, the Jarama's hinged headlights and plastic discs, allowing the car to be around 300 kg (660 lb) lighter than stock at an estimated 1,170 kg (2,580 lb). It also featured center locking Miura wheels and low back seats, Koni racing shock absorbers, and a stripped out interior. The orange and black painted vehicle never ended up participating in any races. The car was reportedly restored in the UK in 1990 after being discovered in Saudi Arabia.[8]

References

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  1. ^ "Lamborghini Sports Cars". HowStuffWorks. 2007-05-31. Retrieved 2018-05-22.
  2. ^ "RM Sotheby's - r138 1970 Lamborghini Jarama 400 GT by Bertone". RM Sotheby's. 2017-07-19. Retrieved 2018-05-22.
  3. ^ a b Marchet, Jean-François (1985). Lamborghini Espada & the 4-seaters : 350GT, 400GT, Islero, Jarama, Marzal, Espada. London: Osprey Pub. ISBN 0-85045-592-8. OCLC 12806744.
  4. ^ "The Lamborghini Jarama Is the Weirdest-Looking Lamborghini - Autotrader". Autotrader. Retrieved 2018-05-22.
  5. ^ Smeyers, Mark (1 January 2010). "Jarama GTS 400". www.lambocars.com. Retrieved 2020-03-08.
  6. ^ Perkins, Chris (2016-04-28). "Ferruccio Lamborghini's Favorite Car Was the Lamborghini You Forgot About". Road & Track. Retrieved 2020-03-07.
  7. ^ "Interview with Ferruccio Lamborghini". Thoroughbred & Classic Car. January 1991. Archived from the original on 2012-04-02. Retrieved 2020-03-07.
  8. ^ G.D. "Jarama Registry". www.jaramaregistry.com. Retrieved 2018-05-11.
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