This marks the second collaboration between the two brands, following the "Murciélago Versace Edition" unveiled at the 2006 Paris Motor Show. This time, it's a limited version based on the open-top "Murciélago LP640 Roadster," designed by both Versace and Lamborghini designers.

The pastel white body and leather seats are adorned with Versace's Greek Key pattern. For the first time, a transparent engine cover showcases the 6.5-liter V12 engine, positioned behind the driver, as an integral part of the design.

Inspired by the strict, minimalist design of this engine cover is the simultaneously announced "Versace Collection LP 640." This collection offers a wide range of items, including suit carriers, sports bags, briefcases, gloves, driving shoes, belts, wallets, keyrings, hats, and jeans. They will be available from November 2008 at Versace boutiques and select Lamborghini showrooms.

Details regarding its rollout in Japan have not yet been announced.

BRAND HISTORY
As Italy's leading sports car manufacturer, Lamborghini is often compared to Ferrari. This is entirely natural, as Lamborghini's very origin lies in the ambition to surpass Ferrari.

Ferruccio Lamborghini founded the sports car company Lamborghini in 1963, at the age of 47. After amassing wealth through tractors and air conditioners post-World War II, he owned numerous sports cars but found none satisfactory. Ferrari was no exception. It's a well-known anecdote that after Ferruccio complained to Enzo Ferrari, he was told, "You should stick to driving tractors." This spurred him to launch his own brand with the explicit goal of defeating Ferrari.

Lamborghini immediately presented the "350GTV" with its advanced V12 engine and beautiful body at the 1963 Turin Motor Show, followed by the production model "350GT" the next year. Subsequently, they introduced iconic models like the "Miura" and "Countach." However, due to setbacks in the tractor business and the impact of the oil crisis, the sports car maker bearing his name eventually changed hands.

Lamborghini continued to change ownership multiple times. However, since coming under the umbrella of Audi in 1998, the company has experienced steady growth. Currently, their lineup includes the V12-powered "Murciélago" and the V10 "Gallardo."