Diablo brake disc on almost on fire
Had a problem with my front right brake disc.
I had noticed a squeaking noise when turning right.
Took it to the dealer in Hong Kong but of course the sound was not obvious and they could not pin point a problem (this occured right after a service and a replacement of tie rod/bearing).
A 3 months later the noise was getting worse, so I decided to take it in for a good check, but the weather was horrible - storms and rain for a few weeks.
So I decided to leave the car gararged untill the weather cleared up.
So finally the rain dried and I decided to drive it one more time befor the check up, and disaster struck.
I was only about 4 Km from home when the car wanted to veer right, and a burning smell wafted into the cabin.
I decided to call it a day and head straight home since it was close.
The brakes grumbled and when I got home and got out to take a look theright front disc was glowing red. Smoke poured out and the Lambo badge on the wheel melted.
I was scared and confused. I felt my wallet lightening up by the ton. Imagining how much it would cost to repair it.
I wonder if this has happened to anyone here before?
The repair cost will be more than HK$ 80000 (as I am told) which is about US$ 10300.
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