The “Rambo Lambo”

Introduced in 1986, the LM002 was the first off-road Lamborghini and one of the most audacious status statements of the era. The ultra-luxury SUV was developed from the “Cheetah” prototype, which Lamborghini created for potential use by the US military in 1977. Dubbed the “Rambo Lambo” in Car and Driver’s October 1987 review, the LM002 was a symbol of excess that combined the rugged styling of a tactical vehicle with the performance expected of a Lamborghini. The LM002 was powered by the same engine as the high-performance Countach and had a fully upholstered leather interior and near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution, much like the company’s supercars. Off-road features included a high-strength belly pan, all-wheel drive, and custom Pirelli Scorpion tires that could be deflated for use on sand. Notable LM002 owners included celebrities like singer Tina Turner, race car driver Keke Rosberg, actor Sylvester Stallone, and political figures like Muammar Gaddafi.

COURTESY OF COLLECTORDRIVEN AND ADALINE KOT

This vehicle featured in the Totally Awesome! exhibit.

1989 Lamborghini LM002 Gallery

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