Description
Lamborghini Centenario Tractor | 1962
Highlights:
- One of 5 reinterpretations by artist Adler Capelli
- Powered by rare DLA 35 2.2L 3-cylinder diesel engine
- Unpainted body with natural patina effect
The seller offers for sale this exceptionally rare 1962 Lamborghini Centenario Tractor, a limited artist edition designed to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Ferruccio Lamborghini. This example is one of only five reinterpreted builds executed by the Italian artist Adler Capelli. True to Capelli’s vision, the tractor’s body remains unpainted, showcasing a raw metal surface that celebrates its patina and mechanical character rather than hiding it behind modern finishes.
The vehicle is powered by a 2.2-litre three-cylinder diesel engine derived from the DLA 35 tractor, one of only 117 ever made. It features two-wheel drive and a manual gearbox. With only 545 km on the odometer, the mileage is guaranteed, and the tractor is presented in a state that combines aged authenticity with full mechanical functionality. The seller notes the machine is old but “like new,” functioning and presenting perfectly.
Originally, Ferruccio Lamborghini was a successful tractor manufacturer before venturing into automobiles. His company, Lamborghini Trattori, was founded in 1948 and played a key role in the post-war industrialization of Italy. This background is central to the Lamborghini story. The Centenario Tractor brings that heritage into artistic focus, blending agricultural machinery with modern industrial art.
Adler Capelli’s reinterpretation celebrates this legacy, not by masking the tractor’s utilitarian origins, but by elevating its raw mechanical form into a piece of living sculpture. Capelli deliberately left the metal exposed, creating a patinated texture that enhances the aged authenticity of the machine. The mechanicals remain original, which adds to its appeal among collectors of rare industrial or automotive artifacts.
Unlike typical classic restorations that seek to return a vehicle to showroom condition, this tractor embraces time-worn materials while ensuring the machine remains in working order. The project blurs the line between function and aesthetic—designed not just to operate, but also to provoke thought. As a limited edition build from a recognized Italian artist, it may appeal equally to collectors of fine art and historic agricultural machinery.
With such a small number of these reinterpretations made, it is unlikely a similar example will appear on the market soon. This Centenario Tractor is a compelling opportunity to acquire a functioning tribute to the Lamborghini legacy—one that stands far apart from the automotive norm.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
4. Very Good: Small dents or scratches; may require minimal bodywork or paint correction.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
4. Very Good: Mechanically solid, with possible minor maintenance required.
Overall Condition
4. Very Good Condition: Shows only minimal wear and is ready to drive at any time.
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This car is currently located in Cluj province, Romania.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has an Italian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
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