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20 Times Car Manufacturers Took Wild Risks—and Built Legends

3. Lamborghini Miura—Birth of the Supercar

3. Lamborghini Miura—Birth of the Supercar
A classic Lamborghini Miura gleams under the sun, embodying the spirit of legendary mid-engine supercars. | Image from commons.wikimedia.org (Creative Commons Licensed)

When Ferruccio Lamborghini’s engineers developed the Miura in secrecy, they challenged tradition by placing the engine in the middle—a move no road car had attempted before.
Debuting in 1966, the Miura stunned the world with its exotic lines and breathtaking performance.
This revolutionary risk didn’t just define Lamborghini; it invented the supercar as we know it.
Every exotic that followed owes a debt to the Miura’s daring legacy. Explore more

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