Countach, pricey parts?
Discussion
Hello all
I've had too much time on my hands lately and idle thoughts.
What makes a Countach so expensive to run?
Is it the price of parts like radiators, clutches, tyres odd sizes, interior parts etc?
I hate the idea of a car like this not being used, it's just a complete waste. Surely most parts can be manufactured to a higher quality than original far cheaper when they go?
Dave!
I've had too much time on my hands lately and idle thoughts.
What makes a Countach so expensive to run?
Is it the price of parts like radiators, clutches, tyres odd sizes, interior parts etc?
I hate the idea of a car like this not being used, it's just a complete waste. Surely most parts can be manufactured to a higher quality than original far cheaper when they go?
Dave!
Insurance can be costly depending on your circumstances. Tyres can be difficult to get hold of, and aren't the cheapest available, but most people don't do enough miles to worry about having to change them too often. Clutch parts aren't overly expensive per se, but to change a clutch requires removal of the engine, with associated labour costs. Some other parts can be expensive simply because of their scarcity and the economics of supply and demand.
I would say that the costs mount up because all Countaches are now at least 17 or 18 years old and, like virtually all old cars, most will have a list of small niggly things that need putting right.
Mine ideally needed a few things sorting out to make it an absolute peach, but I was too busy using it to get them done. Anything major that cropped up was sorted straight away, but I never got to the bottom of the 'niggly things' list, and I guess most Countach owners will have a similar story to tell.
I would say that the costs mount up because all Countaches are now at least 17 or 18 years old and, like virtually all old cars, most will have a list of small niggly things that need putting right.
Mine ideally needed a few things sorting out to make it an absolute peach, but I was too busy using it to get them done. Anything major that cropped up was sorted straight away, but I never got to the bottom of the 'niggly things' list, and I guess most Countach owners will have a similar story to tell.
Edited by lambochick on Saturday 31st March 22:33
Hi
I thought I would add my thoughts...
I have a QV Countach and I do all of my own work. If you have a good level
of mechanical or engineering knowledge they are fairly easy to work on (theres just a lot of it when it comes to the engine!!).
Working on the car is also part of the enjoyment for me.
For parts I use eurospares - they are pretty good and don't rip you off.
As long as any Countach is correctly maintained - you should have worry free motoring, but i quess thats the same with any car!
As for technical info - there are some very good web forums, one of which is www.lamborghini-talk.com
Also - speak to other owners, they will have loads of "top tips" on how to do things.
Hope this helps
Regards
Ian
I thought I would add my thoughts...
I have a QV Countach and I do all of my own work. If you have a good level
of mechanical or engineering knowledge they are fairly easy to work on (theres just a lot of it when it comes to the engine!!).
Working on the car is also part of the enjoyment for me.
For parts I use eurospares - they are pretty good and don't rip you off.
As long as any Countach is correctly maintained - you should have worry free motoring, but i quess thats the same with any car!
As for technical info - there are some very good web forums, one of which is www.lamborghini-talk.com
Also - speak to other owners, they will have loads of "top tips" on how to do things.
Hope this helps
Regards
Ian
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