accepting offers...

Was just under the assumption that it was not a rough runner but that could all be ignition, fuel, etc. But never could go wrong with a rebuild!

 

Ive known George Evans for nigh-on 15 years, and have done a fair amount of parts business with him and have been delighted with the outcome. I know he owns, loves & knows Countachs. I own love & know Countachs too, and Ive had half-a-dozen of them restored/reconditioned/refurbished to various stages depending on what they need. Ive owned close to a dozen Countachs over the past 20 years covering every single variant built by the Lamborghini factory at Sant Agata from LP400 to Annivesario. I only humbly state this to illustrate that based on my very involved experience, $75,000 US spent on a Countach that doesn't involve cosmetics (paint/body, interior etc) is a staggering sum. Even if the entire engine & suspension was rebuilt from the bottom up, its still a staggering sum. Why to I say staggering? Because the same amount can buy a Countach LP500QV FI with needs! Perhaps if you could outline what $75,000 buys a Countach owner with GE, perhaps it will make more sense. Thank you in advance for already stating to Peter that you will share this because I do think it will be helpful. Geno & Blown Daytona have already begged the question, so there is indeed significant interest. If the car sells to cover this cost, then other owners will be inclined to consider bringing cars with needs up to par.

 

Roy,

After re-reading my post and the additional expenses you outlined here, I wanted to make it clear that I was in no way suggesting that you were off-base by asking what you believe to be the car's true value. Your inclusion of all the additioal costs make that point ever clearer.

As Joe and Geno have stated, it must have been quite a needs list to accumulate $75k in repairs form Evans.

Good luck, I hope you get every penny back +

 

Save yourself 20k and sell it to me at the price we discussed

I think he just was talking about Maint recovery.

You are wayyyy toooooo old to hear cars anymore

it keeps many buyers away from many cars for sure.

 

Damn it Roy....It's my bedroom too..........

 

Um, no. I have owned 2 355's and they are not in the league of a Countach in any way!

 

well.. if it is no secret what was paid to GE why not post a copy of the work what was done on the car, i bet you will have a very beautifull invoice for that money.. without cosmetic work it must be a complete rebuild of engine, gearbox and a full restauration of everything exept paint and interior...??? what was the history from that car is my next question then..

 

To my it looks like a difficult story if it really costs $237.500..

 

Just wanted to let everyone know that the actual engine rebuild on this car was $26k plus remove and reinstall. When we received the car, it ran terrible, very low on power, it ran so bad that we had a problem getting it off of the transport. We did a complete engine rebuild and a lot of special work to this engine to make it one of the best running cars out there, oversize euro spec forged pistons, stainless steel valves, bronze guides, 17 angle valve job, some head porting, oil system mod, stainless qs performance exhaust system, ceramic coated headers, msd ignition conversion, rebuild and modify the carbs, kevlar clutch system, transmission rebuild, stainless braided oil and fuel lines, new Pirelli tires, etc. etc. Roy also had us do a lot of other mechanical work to the car to bring it to tip-top shape, which is what pushed his bill higher. Roy wanted this car to be the best of the best, the mechanics of this car is one of the top 10 downdrafts we have done. Ask Roy to take you for a ride and show you how a downdraft should run. This car is awesome.

George Evans
Evans Automotive Repair Inc.

 

Thanks George.

 

thanks, impressive work done, there is no doubt about the quality of the work, here 26K for the enginework looks not expensive with all new pistons, work and other parts! I believe it will go like a rocket! What exacly means the 17 angle valve job?

 

I am confused.
26k (plus about 12hr+ for removal and install) as George stated but then says "Roy also had us do a lot of other mechanical work to the car to bring it to tip-top shape, which is what pushed his bill higher."
49k worth (the amount of 2 more rebulds)?
Was the bill 75k or 26k????? Did the 26k include the statement above "that pushed the bill high"?
Come on, this is becoming bull****. If it is being discussed, let it be discussed in clear terms.

 

As a former 355 owner... that is HARDLY the case.. One of the worst, most non exciting cars I have ever owned..

 

Exacly what i was thinking Peter, if a complete engine rebuild including removal and install costs "only" 26.000 then what was done for this other 49.000, a few bearings and seals in the gearbox and some oil lines will not bring that bill up to 75K...i don't get it.. Is there a new leather interior installed?? New shocks eh battery.. well, i would say lets post whats on the invoice, i think if you start a thread and talk about figures then go all the way

 

A Complete rebuild of the transmission must have cost a bit , my guess $ 10K , parts and labor ? maybe a little more or less ., its got to take alot of hours to do that .

 

$106,000.
Rating: That's really personal opinion...I guess close to a 2. You'd have to ask those who have seen it.

 

Agree, but still a hole of 39.000 then, ok new shocks, new rubbers new bla bla bla but 49.000 in total??

 

Peter, what work was done for that amount?

 

I think Roy got caught telling used car salesman stories I think he threw the 75K # out there to justify the asking price. I could be wrong though

 

I do not wish to ruffle to many feathers here however it seems to me like there is a bit of a witch hunt going on with exactly what Roy paid for this car and how much money he spent getting it correct. While Roy did start the thread, he did title it "Accepting Offers" and he is a paying advertiser. IMO opinion it really is no one business on how much he spent and where he spent it. Most of us know that Lamborghini parts add up quick, how quick? Lets do some fast math on it.

Transportation to and from GE --------- $2,000.00 (it didn't get there on its own)
Kevlar clutch assembly new --$10,000.00 or rebuilt $5,000.00 ? I might be way off on both
MSD Ignition installed -------- $1,500.00
SS exhaust installed --------- $5,000.00
Coat headers ---------------- $2,000.00
rebuild and mod carbs -------- $5,000.00??
replace all fuel and oil lines ---- $5,000.00
R&R tires and wheel alignment - $5,000.00
Rebuild transmission ----------- $3,000.00+
oil system mods --------------- $1,000.00+
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That totals --------------------$39,500.00 with the new clutch assembly or maybe $34,500.00 with an exchange if I am close.

You add a few more items into the mix:
AC receiver dryer, expansion valve, freon a new compressor.
CV boots, headliner, brakes, shocks, battery, starter, alternator, ect...

I can see getting yet another $49,000.00 onto the bill.
Lamborghini parts are not getting any cheaper guys.

Just my 2 cents. Not trying to take side just putting some numbers out there.

Sincerely Vic