Camaro ZL1 vs Lamborghini Murcielago - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Ray_Cam_SS · 06-02-2014, 05:26 AM

I'm weighing my options between the ZL1 and 2003 Murcielago 6-speed [no e-gear]. A life long dream if you will to own a Lamborghini. However, I reside in a small beach community on the central Florida east coast and the closest Lamborghini Mechanic-Dealer is in Longwood near Orlando. With traffic it's about a two hour trek. Traffic in Orlando is horrendous. Imagine towing your ZL1 from Santa Barbara to downtown L.A.? Get my drift? That said, if I can't locate a Lamborghini qualified mechanic in my area then I'm considering the 2012/13 ZL1. The ZL1 is great bang for your buck and I like the automatic option, and I can drive less than 15 minutes to my local Chevy Dealer if repairs are needed. Less hassles and money left over and ZL1 can be a daily driver if I want. The decision is not based on money but the hassle factor dealing with repairs because Lamborghini cars should only serviced from an authorized Dealer.

2013 Murcielago ( $130k - $200k ) vs Camaro ZL1 ( $40k - $60k )

http://www.catsexotics.com/web/used/...ngton/1169155/

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Camaro ZL1:

Thanks in Advance.

HawkGirl · 06-02-2014, 05:32 AM

I think you already answered you own question with the ZL1. But if it has been your dream to own a Lambo and you can...Do it! You will regret it other wise...

How often do you think the Lambo will need to see a mechanic?

Just my opinion

DarkneSS · 06-02-2014, 06:22 AM

Keep in mind that Lambo clutches tend to last 10,000 miles or less. So every 10,000 miles you will need an amazingly expensive clutch job.
The cars are far more expensive than people realize, which is why you see so many used ones for sale with low mileage.

Ray_Cam_SS · 06-02-2014, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by HawkGirl

How often do you think the Lambo will need to see a mechanic?

HawkGirl. Repairs can be expensive because the engine and rear end must be removed and pulled apart. A new clutch will set you back about $10k.

Ray_Cam_SS · 06-02-2014, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkneSS

Keep in mind that Lambo clutches tend to last 10,000 miles or less. So every 10,000 miles you will need an amazingly expensive clutch job. The cars are far more expensive than people realize, which is why you see so many used ones for sale with low mileage.

I hear ya, not to mention the closest Dealer to me is about 2 hours away.

ytown87 · 06-02-2014, 10:17 AM

Out of curiosity....how did you end up putting the ZL1 as your second option? Don't get me wrong, I love the ZL1 and dream of owning one but if my budget was over 100k I could throw about 5 other cars in the mix AS WELL to compare with. Granted you could buy the ZL1 and throw 60k into it and have a Lambo destroyer!

THEKING · 06-02-2014, 10:20 AM

If looking Lambo get a Gallardo as it's much less to maintain compared with the Murci. Clutch will still run ya 7-8k. You can find nice 06 07 G's for 110-125 and even 07 converts for 130. Like someone else posted you can get the ZL1 and put $ into and make it fast but it's still no exotic like the Lambo.

Stealthpanda · 06-02-2014, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by ytown87

Out of curiosity....how did you end up putting the ZL1 as your second option? Don't get me wrong, I love the ZL1 and dream of owning one but if my budget was over 100k I could throw about 5 other cars in the mix AS WELL to compare with. Granted you could buy the ZL1 and throw 60k into it and have a Lambo destroyer!

Stitch · 06-02-2014, 11:32 AM

Get the Lambo. The green calipers are sweet.

Stealthpanda · 06-02-2014, 11:37 AM

.. Or buy the ZL1 and paint your calipers green. Save $70k.

ChocoTaco369 · 06-02-2014, 11:41 AM

In my opinion, if you truly want to own a Lambo, you don't care what the consequences are. You kind of have to be a die-hard because they are such an impractical car. I question whether or not you really want one, and IMO to make a purchase like that without 100% dedication will lead to major regret. It sounds like a Lambo purchase for you will be the equivalent of "your boat" - your two favorite days are the day you buy it and the day you sell it.

TOBY J · 06-02-2014, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Stealthpanda

.. Or buy the ZL1 and paint your calipers green. Save $70k.

.......or if you have the means live and enjoy as it's all relative.

Inferno Orange 2SS-RS · 06-02-2014, 12:01 PM

ZL1

Mint · 06-02-2014, 12:14 PM

ZL1 unless the cost of lambo repairs doesn't bother you.

06-02-2014, 05:32 AM	#2
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06-02-2014, 10:17 AM	#6
ytown87 Drives: C6 Corvette Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 1,264	Out of curiosity....how did you end up putting the ZL1 as your second option? Don't get me wrong, I love the ZL1 and dream of owning one but if my budget was over 100k I could throw about 5 other cars in the mix AS WELL to compare with. Granted you could buy the ZL1 and throw 60k into it and have a Lambo destroyer! __________________ 2008 C6 m6. Carbon creations front/rear carbon fiber wodebody fenders. Carbon fiber hood carbon fiber roof hoop carbon fiber zr1 extreme spoiler. NW 102mm tb. Ported intake manifold. Cometic .040 head gaskets. LG motorsports G6x3 cam. DSX flex fuel sensor. AEM methanol kit. Z06 brakes. Ebiach sway bars. ZR1 rep wheels and Nitto Invo tires. Monster stage 3 twin disc clutch. MGW short shifter. Corbeau race seats. Gforce race harnesses. SLP loudmouth 2 mufflers. Carbon fiber exhaust tips. RPM stage 4 transmission and Stage 3 rear diff. 3.73 gears. Vararam cai. Kooks 1 7/8 headers and x-pipe.

06-02-2014, 11:32 AM	#9
Stitch Drives: SS, CTS & SRT-4 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 427	Get the Lambo. The green calipers are sweet. __________________ Pedderized, built and tuned by Back Street Performance: 485/430 - COTW 10/17/2011

06-02-2014, 11:41 AM	#11
ChocoTaco369 145lb Powerlifter Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS RS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Conshohocken, PA Posts: 1,146	In my opinion, if you truly want to own a Lambo, you don't care what the consequences are. You kind of have to be a die-hard because they are such an impractical car. I question whether or not you really want one, and IMO to make a purchase like that without 100% dedication will lead to major regret. It sounds like a Lambo purchase for you will be the equivalent of "your boat" - your two favorite days are the day you buy it and the day you sell it. __________________

06-02-2014, 12:01 PM	#13
Inferno Orange 2SS-RS US Army Retired Drives: IOM 2SS-RS - A6 (L99) Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 655 View My Garage	ZL1 __________________ SMKIN SS

06-02-2014, 06:22 AM	#3
DarkneSS Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS 6MT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Westchester, New York Posts: 3,715	Keep in mind that Lambo clutches tend to last 10,000 miles or less. So every 10,000 miles you will need an amazingly expensive clutch job. The cars are far more expensive than people realize, which is why you see so many used ones for sale with low mileage.

06-02-2014, 10:20 AM	#7
THEKING Drives: 2011 CAMARO SS AUDI S5 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: LA Posts: 47	If looking Lambo get a Gallardo as it's much less to maintain compared with the Murci. Clutch will still run ya 7-8k. You can find nice 06 07 G's for 110-125 and even 07 converts for 130. Like someone else posted you can get the ZL1 and put $ into and make it fast but it's still no exotic like the Lambo.

06-02-2014, 11:37 AM	#10
Stealthpanda Thread Ender Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2011 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,038	.. Or buy the ZL1 and paint your calipers green. Save $70k.

06-02-2014, 12:14 PM	#14
Mint Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Jersey Posts: 343 View My Garage	ZL1 unless the cost of lambo repairs doesn't bother you.