Ferruccio Lamborghini, the founder of Lamborghini, is best known for his journey from tractor manufacturing to luxury sports cars. He established Lamborghini Trattori, a company that produced tractors using surplus military equipment, in addition to Lamborghini Bruciatori, which manufactured oil heaters and air conditioning units. In 1958, Lamborghini celebrated his accomplishments by purchasing a Ferrari. However, he soon grew dissatisfied with the vehicle’s unreliable clutch and poor handling. After voicing his concerns to Enzo Ferrari and receiving a dismissive response, Lamborghini resolved to create his own automobile brand, leading to the birth of Automobili Lamborghini.
Today, Lamborghini Trattori continues to operate under its own identity, having sold the car division in 1972 due to financial challenges.
Recently, Bring A Trailer featured an auction for a 1960 Lamborghini 5C Cingolato tractor, a piece of machinery predating the automotive brand. This restored tractor is now located in the United Kingdom and presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of Lamborghini history at a relatively low cost, even after accounting for shipping expenses.
Prospective buyers should not expect high-performance capabilities simply because of the Lamborghini badge or the eye-catching Gulf Racing color scheme. The tractor is equipped with a 2.2-liter diesel inline three-cylinder engine, originally capable of generating about 40 horsepower. However, after logging 5,279 hours of use, it is likely that its horsepower has diminished.
For anyone interested in an unconventional vehicle for farming or collecting history, the current highest bid stands at $3,200 USD, a figure anticipated to rise as the auction approaches its conclusion next Wednesday..
