The customised Lamborghini was used to evade police and is linked to dozens of offences. Photo / Supplied
The customised Lamborghini was used to evade police and is linked to dozens of offences. Photo / Supplied
Australian police have seized a rare Lamborghini, which will be auctioned to the highest bidder in Queensland next week.
The customised Lambo was used to evade police and is linked to dozens of offences, including speeding and drug driving, which landed its 28-year-old driver in jail.
Manheim Auctions has listedthe purple Huracan Performante in an online auction set to start on June 17.
Bidding starts at A$395,000 (NZ$425,795) for the machine, which benefits from a significant level of optional extras from Lamborghini's "Ad Personam" customisation service, including forged carbon fibre elements, gold wheels and special "Viola Aletheia" purple paint.
The vehicle has several optional extras from Lamborghini's "Ad Personam" customisation service, including forged carbon fibre elements and gold wheels. Photo / Supplied
"Police will not tolerate reckless and dangerous behaviour on our roads which put the lives of all other road users at risk," acting Assistant Commissioner Ray Rohweder said.
"No matter how powerful your vehicle may be, the law will catch up to you and you will be held accountable for your foolish behaviour.
"If you have a need for speed, take your car to a race track – it is as simple as that."
Queensland Police Minister Mark Ryan said tough anti-hooning laws were bad news for drivers who break the rules.
"With the recent amendments to legislation which enable officers to deem the owner of a vehicle responsible for hooning offences, Queensland takes an even tougher stance, which means we have the toughest most robust anti-hooning laws in the country," Ryan said.
"This case should send a very strong message to would-be hoons that if you are considering being reckless behind the wheel, you could have your vehicle confiscated and face severe consequences."
