Lamborghini’s decision to launch a Sian-based homage to the iconic Countach was always going to trigger some controversy and according to seasoned automotive designer Frank Stephenson, there are some things the Italian automaker could have done to make the finished product look that much better.
The experienced designer starts his critique of the Countach LPI 800-4 at the front end. He is a big fan of the narrow black slit at the front of the car but isn’t so sure of the headlights. Stephenson says he would have loved to see the car fitted with pop-up headlights but given current-day regulations, that wouldn’t have been possible. However, he does suggest that a set of more angular units could have looked nice.
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Stephenson then looks at the side of the car. While he loves its profile, he would have liked to see Lamborghini design the air intake in the more conventional shape of a NACA duct like the one on the original Countach. Stephenson would also redesign the slats behind the side windows and equip the supercar with an active rear wing.
Other changes made to create Stephenson’s perfect Countach homage include a reduced front overhang, tighter wheel arches, a more upright rear-end, and quad tailpipes where the car’s current taillights are positioned. Making up for the lack of traditional taillights would be an LED light bar not dissimilar to the one on the McLaren P1.
Admittedly, these changes don’t really matter to Lamborghini as just days after the car was unveiled, it confirmed that all 112 examples had been sold.