Debating between a Revuelto and a ZR1x. My son did a mock up in my garage using AI to show his preference ....

 

If you are serious about a Revuelto, go to Matt Armstrong's Youtube channel and watch the serious he did on re-building one. They are nice looking but the whole hybrid thing is an issue. Lambo SVJ is a much better choice! or the Vette-

 

I know, It's not the practical choice, but this isn't about practicality. if I were just going off pure numbers I'd go with the zr1x in a heartbeat.
I also don't intend on keeping it for very long, plan would be to trade in '28/'29 when the spyder comes out.

Also, armstrong rebuilt a wrecked revuelto with a salvage title -- I didn't watch the series, but how does that translate to a brand new one with a warranty?

 

Let's see, an American made supercar, backed by an huge American corporation, where parts and service is readily available, or a handbuilt Italian showpiece that costs $1000.00 to change the oil?

Do you want to drive your car, or look at it, coz a Lambo isn't exactly known to be "daily driveable" like a Corvette is. Corvette is a driver's car, Euro cars are showpieces. C8s are being beat up on weekend track days in large numbers already, and driven to work every day during the week; show me ANY Lambo that does that. A C8 is expensive enough to maintain but is still cheap compared to Euro "art pieces".

A ZR1X is every bit as good looking a car as a Lambo. A Corvette WILL be more reliable, no matter what anyone says; American engineers are better, and it's STILL big ole Chevrolet that they work for.

Since you've acheived the personal financial status (congrats on your hard work!!!!) that allows you to even consider the Lambo, you might not care about down time with the Lambo. But if you are a DRIVER, a CAR GUY, this is a no-brainer IMO. ZR1x is the winner by a country mile (doesn't exist in Italy, what with kms and all lol). Personally, the 'Vette is entirely more interesting to look at, uniquely American and a somewhat krass... which makes it so much more SEXY. The Countach used to have that "krass" look.... now Lambos are all sedate and tasteful... yuck. IMO YMMV.

I get that you will flip it after a year or two, but if you buy that damned Italian thing, I will start a petition on this forum to have you remove Ol' Glory from your avatar, and I'm just a damned Canadian!. Jeez man!!! LOL. Whatever, enjoy your cars and life on your own terms bro. Congrats.

Here's what Ai says:

Reliability and Value

Reliability

• The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X is generally regarded as more reliable than the Lamborghini Revuelto.
• Corvettes are known for their durability and lower maintenance costs compared to exotic supercars.

Value for Money

• The Corvette ZR1X offers better performance per dollar spent, making it a more sensible choice for many buyers.
• The Revuelto, while high-performing, comes with significantly higher ownership costs, which may not justify the price for some consumers.

In summary, the Lamborghini Revuelto is much more expensive to own and maintain compared to the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, which provides better reliability and value for money.

 

I don't necessarily agree. There's no question the 'vette as a daily is the better car. Unquestionable. But the latest batch of Lamborghinis are made under the Audi corporate umbrella, and are far more reliable than people give them credit for. The Huracan -- the first audi built Lambo -- was well-known for it's reliability vs. other models (even as compared to the then-contemporary aventador).

The zr1x is an amazing car -- in the hands of a capable driver, it will beat the Revuelto in a straight line or around a track. It's less money. But this isn't a daily, it's more the intangibles, and I'm just far more drawn to the Revuelto --- it's just a stunning car from every angle, and that exhaust note...As for whether the zr1x is "just as good looking a car" as the revuelto, that's purely subjective. I'll have to disagree with you on that. The zr1x is a good looking car, but not really in the same universe as the Lamborghini (IMO).

And, frankly, I've owned a vette from just about every gen except the c2 and c8, and looking for a change :-)

All academic anyway. Ironically, I can order a Revuelto tomorrow and have it in 7-8 months. I can't even get on a list at any chevy dealership for a zr1x, and I'm told it'll be a year before the allotments will work themselves out.

As for the AI blurb you cited .. like I said in the OP, AI sucks.

 

pretty sure Porsche is the correct answer

 

lol.
great cars, just not a fan.

 

if I had that much money burning a whole in my pocket. I'd be tempted by this sort of thing:

 

Oh man, you had me until you said AUDI. It's worse than I thought. hahahaha! I was just jammin with my post there, having fun, and it's your life, live it in health and joy my good fellow.

 

Lambo is never the answer for me. Mostly due to the ownership stigma I come across I think, but from an actual performance/use standpoint I could never get behind them. Too many other cars I would rather have than a Lambo.

In that price range...Porsche GT2/3/4?

 

totally understand, it's very subjective. The Revuelto really is what has been tugging at me. For the same reason, while I appreciate porsches, I'd never own one.

 

enjoy my friend. We're all entitled to our beliefs, no matter how fundamentally mistaken you are.

 

I have been looking at a vanquish. Though the Valhalla (and Valkyrie) are just mind-blowing. A little too much of a reach for me though. and that Revuelto .. just every dammed angle on it is gorgeous.

 

I mean....... sex. Hard f*cking. Revenge style. What one car in the world do you look at and have an intense visceral emotional reaction to?

Whatever that is, GET THAT.

You will never question the decision.

Forgive my intentionally base commentary but if we're throwing condo levels of cash on the fire having already enjoyed so many street and race cars, get the hottest thing you can afford which will make you happy. Makes you turn to look again when you walk away. No brands, no data or numbers, history, production availability or companies. You might have a stroke tomorrow. Throw away your two current candidates and start the list over if you need to. Get loose. Remember some of the stupid things you did when you were a younger man and survived. Recall that energy. Burn a long cigar and have a drink (I choose Faretti Biscotti Famosi on ice - it balances cigar flavors cleanly and sets you back without rolling you over after a churchill or figurado) and think about some times you've really enjoyed in your cars. Tell some stories to your son. Reach for that. Wherever that divining rod takes you, follow it. Maybes its these same Bruce Wayne batmobiles. Maybe its something older that has the look and the sound, some fear when you drop the hammer and not just riding the computers as they shove your guts against your spine. Because today just about ANY daily driver has an RPO code for that. Find what brings you the biggest smile. Just make sure that whatever it is, when it comes out of the garage it doesn't end up being idled or cruised around but really motivates you to put some heat soaked abuse (enjoyment) into it.

It is Yog, of the old gods. Drop the hammer.

 

Buying the Corvette is about real performance the Lambo is more image.

Ed at Vinwiki was one of he largest Lambo salesman in the country and he said most Lambo buyers are not rich but in debt and are just trying to look rich. He is still a bit Lambo fan.

I did see they took a ZR1 around California and it drew more attention than much more expensive cars. It surprised me that so many knew what it was. This car may change the image of Corvette even more with younger buyers.

I love the Italian cars but the cost to maintain and the hassles of ownership are just not worth it unless you are connected to a good support group of repair shops.

I drove a Z06 last week and like most cars you will never reach the limits and if you do you will be dead or in jail.

 

It's the Hybrid architecture, lots of weaknesses in that design. The SVJ is a naturally aspirated V12, much better car-That's the point I am making. Hybrid supercars are not worth the money and are troublesome. If I were going to spend money on a hypercar, the Porsche GT3RS is the ticket. Will hold it's value, is fast and handles as good as any car.

But it is your car, your likes, enjoy whatever you end up with.

 

Issue I have with the SVJ is the transmission and the fact that the newest one is now four years old and in extended warranty phase, at best. I'm looking for a new car, specc'd the way I want, with a warranty. And I just subjectively love Lamborghini and vettes.

As for the hybrid architecture, I've generally held the same view as you, but have gotten past it (hence I'm considering a zr1x) . And I frankly don't intend on keeping the car long term (like I've kept my '67), likely will be swapping it out ever 3-5 years for a new one.

I hear you oh the porsche, I just could never get behind them, they are really amazing machines, I just (subjectively) don't like them.

 

^^^
he gets it.

 

This is definitely a subjective choice. However, I think the answer is obvious. The ZR1X is unquestionably the more practical choice. However, this isn't about practicality. You have stated multiple times that the Lambo is the car that really calls to you. You said that the Vette and the Lambo are not even in the same universe. If that's how you feel, the choice is made. It's not the choice that I would make for myself, but that doesn't matter. You're the one buying the car. Stop stressing. Buy the Lambo and don't look back! Cheers