2001 Lamborghini Diablo VT 6.0 Shatters Price Ceiling
A unique Verde Hydra Diablo VT 6.0 sells for $890,000, setting a new market ceiling for the final-generation model
Here's why this particular listing on Bring a Trailer (Lot #217052) is exceptional:
Unique color: This Diablo VT 6.0 is claimed to be the only unit finished in Verde Hydra. That alone gives it a rarity premium.
Low mileage: With only ~19,000 miles on the odometer (and only ~300 added under the current owner) it shows minimal usage since acquisition.
Strong mechanical specification: A 6.0-litre V12 rated at 543 hp in this unit, paired with a five-speed manual and all-wheel drive (via the Haldex/Viscous Traction system) plus front & rear LSDs.
Well‐documented provenance & condition: Includes a clean Carfax report, partial service records, spare parts, tool kit, car cover, and the title in the owner's LLC name.
Desirable final‐generation model: As part of the last evolutionary phase of the Diablo line (2000-2001), it benefits from improved styling, refinement and performance compared to earlier models.
Auction result: It sold for USD $890,000 on October 31, 2025.
In short: the perfect storm of rarity (unique color), specification (6.0 V12 + 5-speed + AWD), condition (low miles + documentation), and timing (end of model run) makes this listing a compelling piece for collection or investment.
Where the Market Has Come From
Using data from both our own platform (Old Cars Data) and external market trackers, the trajectory of the Diablo VT 6.0 market is clear.
From Old Cars Data
On our Lamborghini Diablo Price History & Market Trends page: prices are trending up by about 8% over the past 6 months.
We note that "best value found in 2002-2003 model years."
Broader Market Context
According to ConceptCarz, the 2001 VT 6.0 average sale value has been around US $370k (based on a limited sample) - noting that top executions approached US $747,500.
On Classic.com, recent sales show rapid appreciation: e.g., a 2001 VT 6.0 sold for US $691,000 in Jan 2025, US $747,500 in Aug 2024, then this listing at US $890,000.
Commentary suggests the VT 6.0 has become "investment-grade": one article notes that demand for rare performance cars like this is growing, with rare last-of-line supercars being particularly hot.
What This Means
The listing at US $890k appears to set a new ceiling for this model.
Given the "only in Verde Hydra" uniqueness and very low miles, it most likely commands premium above average.
Entry points for standard VT 6.0 models might still be significantly lower (e.g., US $400–500k in recent years) but the upward momentum is strong.
From our data: an 8% uptick in 6 months suggests buyers are increasingly recognizing either scarcity or future upside (or both).
Conclusion
This listing perfectly captures everything a collector looks for: rarity (only in this color), authenticity (original spec, low miles, full documentation), and timing (the last evolution of the Diablo line). And when placed within the broader market trend - where values have been steadily climbing - it underscores how far the VT 6.0 market has come.