Long-time car collector discovers one of the few $2.5M Lamborghini Miura S cars in Oregon barn while visiting relatives
- Car collector, Jeff, stumbled across a tip from a relative about a car
- It was an orange 1969 Lamborghini Miura S in an Oregon barn
- He didn’t realize the amazing journey it would take him on
Published on Jan 01, 2025 at 12:00 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Nov 27, 2024 at 2:59 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
When car collector, Jeff, stumbled across a tip from a relative about a barn find orange 1969 Lamborghini Miura S in Oregon, he didn’t realize what he was about to uncover.
Tucked away in a dusty garage, this forgotten gem held a story as unique as its engineering.
A casual inquiry turned into a five-year journey, leading to the discovery of a 1969 Lamborghini Miura S hidden on an Oregon ranch.
It’s one of the rarest and most sought-after supercars in history.
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The 1969 Lamborghini Miura S barn find
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Jeff’s quest began with a cold call to Earl, the car’s elderly owner, who had the barn find stored away on his 800-acre property for 15 years.
While the car enthusiasts had a strong bond, it wasn’t until Earl’s passing that Jeff inherited it.
The 1969 Lamborghini Miura S became a showstopper, claiming Best in Class and Best Post-War Preservation Car at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance car event to cement its place in automotive history.
The mission of the car collector
Jeff’s mission was clear – preservation, not restoration.
However, it was in far better shape than this other Lamborghini Miura that was slowly uncovered after years spent in a rotting US garage.
From its glowing orange paint to the tiniest matching serial numbers on individual parts, he ensured the car remained as authentic as the day it rolled off the forecourt.
Faint imperfections in the OG paintwork, far from being a problem, were viewed as an integral part of its charm caused during its hand-built assembly.
After meticulous cleaning and mechanical reconditioning, the Miura S was back on the road.
It was important to Jeff that the car’s soul came along with it – as well as his too, because he plans to have his ashes placed in the car when he dies.
Comparable models have sold for $2.5 million.
But if you want Jeff’s opinion, it’s priceless.
London-based Amelia cut her journalistic teeth covering all things lifestyle, wellness and luxury in the UK capital. Fast-forward a decade and the experienced content creator and editor has put pen to paper for glossy magazines, busy newsrooms and coveted brands. When her OOO is on you can find her spending quality time with her young family, in the gym or exploring the city she loves.
