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Originally posted by robh917
Since the 80's, I've heard endless stories about how unreliable lambos are. I hate hearing this because it's a car I've dreamed of owning my whole life. I'm finally at a point where I can afford an older one (maybe a 94 or 95 diablo) but because of the reliability issues, I'm thinking maybe I should go for a new NSX or Viper. For the price, you'd think lamborghini would build cars capable of passing a NASA space shuttle inspection.
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In an article in the Robb Report last year on Lamborghini and Diablo owners, it was said that most owners start with a 1991-1993 Diablo and move up form there. The reliability issue was addresseed, and essentially said that the cars ain't chap. I figure a 1991-1993 would be a fiar bit cheaper, but if you're picky as to what year you want then be prepared to spend the $$$$. After their first Diablo they'd gradually move up in the year, the next being 1994-1997 and then they'd graduate to a 2000 or 2001 6.0 VT (That being the newest at the time)
I suppose if you wanted to live out your dream you could go with a 1994 or 1995 and deal with reliability issues plaguing all years or start out with an early 90's model for a little more than a new Viper. Mind you maintenance will still cost and arm and a leg, but better you bought a cheaper one and had problems than a newer one costing more than most houses and had problems.
Just my insight into your situation.
BTW, Judging from the Columbia incident, NASA shuttle inspections aren't all they're cracked up to be.