Countach Downdraft 1985 to 1988.5

You sir are the only man in the world AFAIK with the distinction of owning two (2) Downdrafts which are both originally Bianco/Bianco! I just had to remind you of that, and I'm glad to have helped make that dream happen.

 

For this auxiliary radiator we re-shaped the scoop to optimize air-flow and were happy with the result as shown, when we got the car the piece was bent.

I think people understand it as it's purpose is self-evident, but they are just not bothered to take the time and use the correct tool to lock the nut firmly so it doesn't work loose again.

Same with the door mirrors, that's why you see so many sagging, they're not bothered with pulling back the rubber boot and tightening the nut. All this stuff speaks to the care a car has had, or lack thereof.

 

Chrome struts are not wrong.

My first Downdraft in the late 80s had chrome struts, and I have seen many QVs from new onwards with chrome struts.

Here's the Ford Motor Company Downdraft when new in 1986 with chrome struts.

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The ex-factory owner's Downdraft has gone to live in an amazing collection with the original factory owner's Countach (Ferruccio's LP400S) in a record-setting deal I simply could not refuse (sorry it won't be disclosed), I wonder what I should get next?

 

Yes indeed after 6 years of lots of fun, where Countachs concerned, I think of myself as a revolving collector or enthusiast, my purpose is to have as many experiences as possible in this life, so over the past 34 years I've had LP500S CLA12515 (MOTOR magazine top speed winner), Downdraft FLA12912, LP500S DLA12562 (Paris Salon Showcar), 25th Anniversary whose chassis number I forget, LP400 1120192 (much published original example), LP400S S1 1121034, LP400S S1 1121036, LP400S S1 1121038 (built for the Saudi Royal family), 25th KLA12670, LP400 1120110, LP400 Speciale 1120056 (built special for Lamborghini VIP Albert Silveira), Downdraft GLA12997 (built for Lamborghini CEO Patrick Mimran). That's a baker's dozen worth of priceless Countach memories with my family, do I get unlucky number 13 or consider other things?

Either way I'm excited for what's next!

So many cars so little time.

I think you are exactly correct.

 

Here's GLA12888 stealing the limelight from the old Giallo Daytona next to it.

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