2004 Lamborghini Gallardo Manual

Highlights

• 493bhp, 5.0-litre naturally-aspirated V10

• Six-speed gated manual gearbox

• 0-60mph in 4.0s

• Lamborghini main dealer and specialist service history

• Well-maintained and in great condition

• Refreshed interior

• Low mileage

• Advisory-free MOT

• Will be sold with a fresh service

Overview

Not only is the Gallardo perhaps the ultimate embodiment of what a supercar should be, it was also the car that assured Lamborghini's continued success. Aggressively styled and with an absolutely glorious V10 providing the forward motion via all four wheels the car was both beautiful and rapid in equal measure and owing to the fact that the Volkswagen Audi group were now at the helm, it was reliable too.

Park a Gallardo next to a Jalpa – Lamborghini's previous “entry-level” model – and it's hard to reconcile that they're built by the same company, such are the Gallardo's qualities (not to mention the age gap) and compared to the Jalpa, Lamborghini shifted far more units of the Gallardo, kick-starting the company's subsequent meteoric rise.

And it's not surprising that the car was such a success. Here was a compact, aluminium-structured mid-engined supercar with all-wheel drive and a hand built 5.0-litre, naturally aspirated V10 producing the best part of 500bhp that was better on paper than the equivalent Ferrari. The icing on the cake? A gated six-speed manual gearbox. Although a flappy paddle automated manual was also available.

Clearly well-maintained, this particularly menacing black 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo comes to market with excellent main dealer and specialist service history and benefits from an interior re-trim in Alcantara as well as a sharper, more modern looking profile thanks to the addition of an LP560 front bumper. Presenting well overall no expense has seemingly been spared in keeping the car in excellent mechanical health (the notorious hose issue was addressed in 2023) and the vendor reports no issues, just a very well driving example.

History and documentation

• 2004 model year

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• First registered 16 Jun 2004

• In current ownership since 26 Sep 2020

• Nine registered former keepers

• Two keys

• Original book pack and wallet

• Private registration X2 3ULL included

• Previous sales invoice

• Vendor reports the car was purchased from a private individual following approximately £9k of expenditure

• Excellent Lamborghini main dealer and specialist service history with original service book showing inspections at the following intervals: 2004 (pre-delivery inspection, main dealer), 2006 @ 4,408 miles (service, main dealer), 2006 @ 6,295 miles (service, main dealer), 2007 @ 11,574 miles (service, main dealer), 2008 @ 15,110 miles (service, main dealer), 2009 @ 19,769 miles (service, main dealer), 2010 @ 22,679 miles (service, main dealer), 2011 @ 25,046 miles (service, main dealer), 2012 @ 28,841 miles (service, main dealer), 2013 @ 31,363 miles (service, main dealer), 2014 @ 33,811 miles (service, main dealer), 2016 @ 34,864 miles (service, main dealer), 2021 @ 40,904 miles (service, specialist), 2022 @ 41,781 miles (service, specialist) , 2025@ 42,754 (service, specialist)

• Multiple supporting Lamborghini main dealer and marque specialist invoices for parts, servicing and maintenance

• The vendor informs us that the car has not been driven since its last MOT and will be supplied with a fresh service

• Advisory-free MOT until 07 May 2027

• HPI clear

• London ULEZ compliant

• 43,041 miles

Interior

• In great condition throughout

• Has benefited from a partial refurbishment and renovation in Alcantara

• The centre console surrounding the gated manual was replaced in 2021 with an OEM part

• Gear shift, gate and console in excellent condition

• In 2026 the LED display was refurbished bringing it back to life and ensuring a clear, visible display

• Original CD head unit and speaker system all fully working with Sat Nav and Bluetooth

• Some light signs of wear and a few small marks here and there to the upholstery, as highlighted in the photos

• Lamborghini floor mats

• Headlining remains intact and in place

• No reports of any electrical issues or dashboard warning lights

• Luggage compartment is clean and tidy and the original tool kit is present along with a can of tyre weld

• Engine bay present well but there is some light oxidisation to note

Exterior

• In excellent condition overall

• Uniform panel gaps

• Black paintwork remains in great condition although there are some usual minor stone chips to the front end and a small area of bubbling on the rear quarter behind the passenger door

• Stage 2 detail plus Gtechniq coating applied Jun 2025

• LP560 front bumper

• Windows, mirrors and light lenses remain in great shape

• Window rubbers all look good

• The vendor reports that the factory 19” wheels have all been refurbished but there is some minor, repairable damage to the front nearside outer rim

• Pirelli P Zero tyres were new in 2022 and have covered very few miles since, as reported by the vendor

• The underside looks to be in excellent, clean condition with no signs of any damage and all covers are intact

Mechanical

• 493bhp, 5.0-litre naturally-aspirated V10 engine

• Six-speed gated manual gearbox

• Four-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 4.0s

• 192mph top speed

• Gallardo hose issue was rectified in 2023 by the team at Supercar Clinic with a replacement OEM item when it failed

• Battery has been replaced in 2024 and has been cared for with a CTEK trickle charger, as reported by the vendor

• The vendor informs us that car drives great, the gear box is smooth and engaging, the brakes perform well and the V10 burble is as it should be with the car being a real head turner that brings smiles and waves from all that see it

Summary

Bestowed with an analogue simplicity that is distinctly lacking from modern supercars the Lamborghini Gallardo does exactly what it says on the tin and there's a beautiful elegance in submitting yourself to the car's inherent characteristics without getting bogged down in myriad settings trying to find the perfect setup. It's pure and unadulterated and that's a huge plus in our books and this car's refreshed interior, low mileage and impressive service history only add to the desirability factor.

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Warrington, Cheshire.