The Mirage Countach replica occupies the serious end of the 1980s and 1990s supercar-recreation scene. Its GRP body sits over a tubular spaceframe rather than a simple donor-car shell, and surviving examples can involve years of bespoke engineering. That makes provenance and component identification essential.
At a glance
- Manufacturer/model: Mirage Countach-style replica
- Body: dimensionally styled GRP recreation
- Chassis: tubular spaceframe, often linked in period accounts with Lee Noble
- Featured style: 5000 QV with Koenig-type skirts and rear wing
- Mechanical specification: varies between individual builds
Why Mirage Countach replicas are distinctive
The Mirage approach attempted to reproduce the Countach’s proportions around a dedicated structure, with suspension and drivetrain choices determined during each build. Period and auction accounts often repeat a connection with Lee Noble’s chassis work, but the precise history of an individual car should be supported by its records rather than internet repetition.
The car originally featured by Unusual Cars
The following details describe the car when it appeared in its original marketplace advert. Availability, asking prices and seller claims are historical and should not be treated as current or independently verified.
Having a read of listing for this vehicle tells you that not all replicas are created equal and that this motor deserves to be referred to as ‘recreation’.
If you were looking to purchase a genuine Lamborghini Countach 500 QV, you would be to add another zero onto the asking price for this MIRAGE creation, and a mint condition example would be fetching around a Million !!
The quality of this Countach recreation is unquestionable, in fact this is probably one of the best we’ve seen. It’s on eBay and also open to offers!
LISTING EXCERPT;
“This car is an early ‘Mirage’ Countach, 5000 QV.
It looks stunning and is a very well built re-creation, not to be confused for your normal ‘kit car’
The body is dimensionally perfect but in fibreglass rather than aluminium, having been moulded from an original car. Plenty of history online about how this came to be.
This car also has the ‘Koenig Turbo’ style side skirts, telephone dial split rim alloy wheels and huge delta wing rear spoiler fitted.
The chassis was reputedly designed by Lee Noble (prior to founding Noble sports cars) and is a full steel spaceframe, and in excellent condition.
The suspension mimics the genuine article being double wish bone front and twin trailing arm rears. Much like the genuine article it is fully rose jointed throughout. It sits on Spax adjustable coil over dampers, with twin dampers per rear corner.
alThe hubs, handbrake mech, vented brake discs and Brembo …. ”
What to check before buying
- Verify the chassis identity, manufacturer, build dates and registration history.
- Identify the exact engine, transaxle, suspension uprights, brakes and steering components.
- Inspect every spaceframe tube and suspension pickup for corrosion, cracking or repairs.
- Check the cooling system, cabin heat management and low-speed drivability.
- Confirm the source and availability of the windscreen, side glass, lights, wheels and body panels.
UK registration, insurance and road use
A replica or kit-converted car must be judged by its actual construction and records. Check that its VIN agrees with the V5C and that the recorded identity and material modifications are accurate. The registration route can depend on whether the original unaltered chassis or monocoque and major donor components remain. Current requirements should be checked against the DVLA INF318 guidance.
Obtain an insurance quotation before agreeing to buy. Give the insurer the complete specification—including body, engine, wheels, suspension, brakes and any forced-induction changes—and do not assume that a current MOT proves every modification is recorded or acceptable.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a genuine Ferrari?
No. It is a specialist conversion inspired by Ferrari styling and must be represented according to its true manufacturer, donor and registered identity.
Are completed replicas all built to the same standard?
No. Builder skill, donor condition, component choice and later maintenance can make two visually similar cars very different to own. Inspect the individual vehicle and its records.
Are replica-specific parts easy to replace?
Mechanical donor parts may be readily available, but windscreens, lights, trim and moulded body panels can be scarce. Identify their source before purchase.
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