Valentino Balboni posed with his LP550-2 special edition namesake

Valentino Balboni is a very special man with deep ties in the exotic auto industry. His driving philosophy is one that reflects a merger of driver and car, and his love affair with Lamborghini this past 40 years has been deep and abiding. As the company's test driver, his opinion has influences every aspect of the brand from design form to function for nearly half a century.

2009 was a very special year for Lambo historically, as the company has launched their latest special edition car dedicated to the world famous test driver -- the Lamborghini LP550-2 Valentino Balboni special edition.

Here, meet the ultra-charming and insightful Mr. Balboni himself and learn more about his passion for both cars and driving.

Watch the video below to see a candid interview with the motorsports legend. Then, scroll down for a link to a review of the LP550-2 Vincent Balboni Special Edition that shares a conversation about the car's unique specs and qualifications.

MEET VALENTINO BALBONI

Valentino Balboni has been "the" test driver for Lamborghini

for more than 40 years.

[Video compliments of the duPont Registry]