Buying a 2007 Lamborghini Murciélago LP-640 Roadster for "much less" than its usual €300,000 price tag? On paper, it's the kind of poker move capable of making any enthusiast's heart beat faster.
That's exactly what Cameron Davis and Andy Sumner, the two mechanic-YouTubers behind the channel DC MotorWerks. Usually devoted to the Mercedes star, they wanted to change their world by treating themselves to "the cheapest Murciélago in the country". But as soon as they turned the key, the fantasy turned into a nightmare.
A supercar that leaks like an old faucet
As soon as we stepped out of the trailer, the diagnosis was clear:
- Gear rack and gearbox pump : liquid leaks galore.
- V12 6.5 L They call it "smokey", meaning an exhaust that belches out a disturbing amount of smoke.
- Front bumper It's apparently intact... until we discover that it's deformed and badly attached.
- Gearbox and steering circuit They're as greasy as a deep-fat fryer.
Clearly, almost everything requires a major overhaul. When it comes to Murciélago parts, you can't just pick them up on eBay: every hose, every hydraulic actuator costs a fortune.
Why so cheap? The "affordable" supercar trap
On the market today, a Murciélago, even one with kilometers on it, is worth well over €300,000. Rare examples in mechanical boxes sometimes flirt with the million-dollar mark. So when a seller posts a low price, there's almost always something fishy going on:
- Neglected maintenance Periodic revisions Lamborghini cost a small fortune, many homeowners put off the inevitable.
- Small hidden bumps composite bumpers are harder to square up perfectly.
- Aging electronics The Murciélago is fitted with a complex wiring harness and ECUs that can no longer be found in new condition.
Cameron and Andy knew they were playing with fire; they ended up getting burned... but with a smile. "I can't believe I'm saying this, but that's our Murciélago!" exclaims Cameron in the video, which has already made the rounds on the networks.
The two friends were undeterred. Their plan? Document the restoration step by step on YouTube : dismantling the front axle, rebuilding the gearbox, thoroughly checking the wiring harness, and finally rebuilding the engine. It's a risky gamble: the final budget will far exceed the initial "purchase price".
But in the age of social networking, adventure is sometimes worth more than profitability. Between buzz, sponsors and publicity, turning a rolling wreck into a gleaming show car can be a jackpot.
So, if tomorrow you come across "the cheapest Murciélago on your favourite used car website", remember Cameron and Andy. The roar of a discount V12 often hides a future financial black hole. And yet... perhaps that's the magic of Italian supercars: they make you dream, even when they're broken down.
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