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I’m at the point in my life where I think I’m about ready to fulfill a childhood goal. I’m currently on the lookout for a Gallardo as id prefer something I can mostly just pay cash for. I’m also trying to learn as much as I can post purchase so I don’t end up with a lemon.
I’ve heard the first gen Gallardos with the E-Gear are notorious for eating the clutches. Is the clutch issue the only real problem with these cars? If so, would a grated manual be ok? At what year does the E-Gear become more clutch friendly?
Should a PPI only be done by a Lamborghini dealership or could an independent shop also do one?
Assuming the car is properly maintained and driven, more or less, like a regular car ( things like high revving, track driving etc are done sparingly), what kind of engine life could you expect? I estimate I’d probably put 2-3k miles on it every year. I honestly don’t put much more than that on my daily driver Tesla because I work from home.
Lastly, are there any specific years/models/features that are best to avoid?
Thanks in advance!
I’ve heard the first gen Gallardos with the E-Gear are notorious for eating the clutches. Is the clutch issue the only real problem with these cars? If so, would a grated manual be ok? At what year does the E-Gear become more clutch friendly?
Should a PPI only be done by a Lamborghini dealership or could an independent shop also do one?
Assuming the car is properly maintained and driven, more or less, like a regular car ( things like high revving, track driving etc are done sparingly), what kind of engine life could you expect? I estimate I’d probably put 2-3k miles on it every year. I honestly don’t put much more than that on my daily driver Tesla because I work from home.
Lastly, are there any specific years/models/features that are best to avoid?
Thanks in advance!