He leased his Lamborghini Huracan to hundreds of customers for 5 years... here's his condition after 53,000 miles

What happens to a supercar when it passes through the hands of hundreds of different drivers? That's the question answered by American Rob Ferretti, owner of a Lamborghini Huracán Spyder used for several years as a rental car.

After five years in operation and some 53,000 miles (85,000 km) covered, he decided to show the car's true condition unfiltered. It's an interesting way of measuring the robustness of an Italian supercar with a reputation for fragility... at least in the collective imagination.

A rental Lamborghini

Since its new purchase, this Huracán has not enjoyed the quiet life of a collector's supercar. It has been leased to hundreds of customers as part of Rob Ferretti's sports car rental business.

Every driver discovers the car for the first time, which means a learning curve. The mechanics are therefore regularly called upon by people who are not necessarily familiar with the behavior of a supercar with over 600 horsepower.

The owner points out, however, that this does not mean that customers have mistreated the car. But unlike a Lamborghini owned by a single enthusiast, it has never been «pampered» or used with care for years.

When he decided to sell it, the car already had over 45,000 miles on the clock (around 72,000 km). After a final rental season in New York, it now exceeds 53,000 miles, or almost 85,000 km.

Exterior condition: a few traces, but nothing alarming

At first glance, the Italian supercar remains in surprisingly good condition. The visible marks are those you'd expect from a car with this kind of mileage.

The main defect is the front end, where there are numerous gravel impacts on the white paintwork. Nothing unusual for a low-slung, high-performance car that's been on the road a lot. There are also a few scratches under the bumper, often caused by speed bumps or parking ramps. The rims, meanwhile, have been resurfaced several times to maintain their correct appearance. Classic cosmetic maintenance for a car in regular use.

The interior

Wear is most noticeable on the inside. The floor mats show the obvious signs of intensive use, but they remain easy and inexpensive items to replace. The driver's seat also shows more visible wear than the passenger seat. The reason is simple: almost everyone who gets into the car wants to get behind the wheel, even when they're not driving.

Despite this, overall condition remains very good. The steering wheel is well preserved, the center console has aged well and the metal buttons have hardly suffered. Even the screen and electronics are still in perfect working order. Overall, Rob Ferretti rates the car's aesthetic condition at around 6 out of 10.

Surprisingly reliable mechanics

The most surprising aspect concerns mechanical reliability. In over 85,000 km of use, the Lamborghini has required only conventional maintenance. The owner mentions regular oil changes and two complete brake replacements. In fact, the last set of brakes was installed just 2,000 miles before going on sale.

On the road, the car retains all the sensations of a Huracán. The gearbox works perfectly, acceleration remains brutal and the steering is vibration-free. The only noticeable anomaly is a slight noise, probably originating from the convertible's roof mechanism. A minor problem that the owner believes is easy to repair.

An Italian supercar less fragile than you might think

For Rob Ferretti, this experience above all confirms the reliability of modern Lamborghinis. According to him, recent models such as the Huracán or Ferrari 458 are far more robust than their predecessors.

He even says he wouldn't hesitate to recommend the purchase of a high-mileage example, as long as maintenance is followed correctly. The car eventually went on sale for around $170,000, a relatively low price for a 2019 Huracán Spyder. The high mileage obviously explains this discount.

But one thing is certain: after years of leasing and tens of thousands of kilometers, this Lamborghini proves that an Italian supercar can be used intensively... and still be perfectly functional.