Roger Moore Lamborghini Islero GTS Up for Grabs

The upcoming Automobiles of London sale event (October 27) will also feature a rare 1969 Lamborghini Islero GTS, which was driven by British actor Roger Moore in ‘The Man Who Haunted Himself’ movie, RM Auctions revealed. The aforementioned movie was, in fact, Moore’s last movie before taking up the role of James Bond.

The car, which would have been high valued even without the celebrity history, it’s estimated to fetch up to $215,000.

There have been only 226 Islero GT cars built, and just 100 of them were S editions. The example on offer is even more exclusive than that, as it is one of only five RHD units ever built. Ferruccio Lamborghini himself drove an Islero.

Moore has recently autographed the sun visor, the original driver's handbook and a special plaque. These come with the car, along with an impressive collection of documents, including the original factory invoice, a photographic record of the recent total restoration and a letter from Valentino Balboni, the legendary Lamborghini test driver, confirming this is the actual movie car.

The car is fitted with a powerful four-litre “Sprint” engine that is matched to a five-speed, full-synchromesh gearbox. Modern adjustable shock absorbers and the superlight Campagnolo magnesium wheels are also included.

The “S” version includes side vents, suspension and braking improvements and more power. The redesigned cabin features air conditioning and higher-backed, more comfortable seats, as well as improved instruments and switchgear. The original Blaupunkt Blue Spot radio still works well, and accompanies the rich leather interior.

“This is a beautifully restored, low-mileage, matching-numbers example with the additional uniqueness of being a car driven by James Bond himself, Sir Roger Moore. If life is all about the journey, why not travel in style?” RM Auctions says.