Stolen 1988 Lamborghini Countach Taken From Fort Collins, Colorado
Fort Collins, CO – Police and private investigators are searching for a rare 1988 Lamborghini Countach stolen overnight between August 9 and 10, 2025, from the 1400 block of Webster Avenue in Fort Collins, Colorado. The exotic supercar was last seen secured inside an enclosed transport trailer attached to a 2014 Toyota Tundra. While the truck and trailer were later recovered, the Lamborghini remains missing.
The vehicle was bearing Colorado license plate “NCREDBL” and is identified by VIN ZA9CA05A0JLA12329, and a secondary VIN of NJ143C. Security footage confirmed the car was still present at 2:55 PM on August 9. By 2:41 AM on August 10, the vehicle was gone. A stolen vehicle report was initiated over the phone and completed shortly after by responding Deputies from the Larimar County Sheriff’s Office, Case 25-8124.
About the 1988 Lamborghini Countach
The Lamborghini Countach, manufactured between the early 1970s and 1990, is one of the most iconic supercars of the 20th century. Its angular wedge design, scissor doors, and aggressive lines made it a pop culture symbol of performance and exclusivity. The 1988 model represents one of the final versions produced, making it especially coveted among collectors worldwide.
Although this particular Countach was issued a salvage title in 2009, its historical and market value remains significant due to the model’s rarity and collectible status.
Why Was It Stolen?
High-value classics like the Countach are often stolen for:
- Export and smuggling — Sold into overseas markets where VIN checks are lax
- VIN swap operations — Reidentifying the car with paperwork from scrapped or wrecked vehicles
- Underground collectors — Vehicles disappear into private off-the-record collections
- Parting out — Valuable components alone are worth hundreds of thousands
Because of its rarity and condition, this Lamborghini may already be in the process of disguise or transport.