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  1. Ciao Bello 348

    Ciao Bello 348 Formula 3

    Oct 3, 2005
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    #1 Ciao Bello 348, Jan 3, 2006
    Im thinking my next exotic might be a Lamborghini. I really like what theyve done with the G car. I see a lot of posts about the Diablo and Countach-- How they are very hot inside, crappy A/C systems and windows dont help much. Then of course the rear window visibility issues on the C and D.

    I can get over all that.. I need to learn about Maintainence costs and schedules. Anyone know a site with detailed info and pricing estimates on services? I dont have a lift at my home so I wouldnt be doing most of the maintainence myself.

    I read about some of the recent ebay listings and comments about $25,000 service bills. Are some of the Countach and Diablo cars that insane with service?


    Thanks
     
  2. Clax

    Clax Formula 3

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    #2 Clax, Jan 3, 2006
    If you are concerned about service costs & intervals, you can't go wrong with the Gallardo. In addition, the gripes that you mentioned (bad A/C, for instance), are non-existent in the Gallardo. The car is very civilized, while still maintaining a unique exotic look & feel.
     
  3. Buzz48317

    Buzz48317 F1 Rookie

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    #3 Buzz48317, Jan 3, 2006
    Service is going to be insane on ALL 12 cyl. motors Lambo included. Don't know what 25K get you though that seems a little heavy.
     
  4. thecarreaper

    thecarreaper F1 World Champ
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    #4 thecarreaper, Jan 3, 2006
    John, i need to go, but i have to add this. if you want the car bad enough, and can / will do the work yourself, it wont be that bad. between the Urraco, 3 Ferraris. and now the Jalpa, my close friends and i have all worked togehter to figure out how these cars work, and how to fix them. i aint paying "retail" labor for some guy to work on my cars. yes some things on the newer cars are proprietary and require special tools and skills. but do your homework, cross reference the parts and the cost of replacement parts. then see if you still want the car. there is a way if you want it bad enough.
     

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