Introduced in 1970 at the Geneva Motor Show, Lamborghini built the Jarama to meet U.S. standards using a version of the Espada chassis that had had its wheelbase shortened by 10.7 inches.

The engine was fitted with six Weber 40 DCOE carburetors and sends power to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission.

The exhaust system, heads and carburetors were revised, resulting in a power increase to 365 bhp (272 kW).

[4] The S features a few minor body modifications including a hood scoop, exhaust vents in the fenders, windshield position adjustments and relocated turn signals.

The interior has a redesigned dashboard trimmed in aluminium, switches relocated to the centre console, added head and sound insulation and improved rear seats and legroom.

As a race-ready example, Bob Wallace built the car from a bare shell, re-welding it where needed for stiffness and fitting a lightweight steel rear roll cage.

It also featured center locking Miura wheels and low back seats, Koni racing shock absorbers, and a stripped out interior.