wantone:
Not me. I have a friend who owns a 2004 Gallardo and does his own servicing (not difficult if you have access to a lift) when possible. He says there are many parts directly sourced from VAG (and common to other VAG cars) but of course there are also lots of unique Lambo parts. Lambo parts are very expensive (due to the low volumes). We had a discussion about keeping a McLaren for a few years after the initial depreciation period (first 2-3 years?) and how expensive would be to service it out of warranty when you have to go to a McLaren dealer from pretty much everything...
The Gallardo, especially the 2004 model, has basically nothing to do with Audi.
The Huracan and the current (2nd generation) R8 are a different story, over 70% shared parts.
However: If you think you can just use Audi parts for the Huracan, it is not really possible.
Huracan parts, incl. the engine, gearbox and chassis parts which are basically the same as in the R8, have different part numbers and they do not fit the R8 for various (mostly software but also hardware related...mounting points, etc.) reasons.
My mechanic, who is a R8 and Lamborghini specialized mechanic in the dealership, told me that there aren't many parts exchangeable, actually he doesn't know of any, not even interior parts.
Yes, Huracan maintenance is more expensive than the one for the R8 and I got a 5 year warranty (well, almost...) or 100000 km (which comes first) for the R8, something which apparently is available for the Huracan but it costs serious money (the R8 extended warranty is 3500 EUR but I got it for...free), if you're looking for "low cost" super sportscar experience, the R8 is definitely the better choice. Huracan full coverage insurance would be 3000 EUR for me, the R8 costs me only 1500 EUR, half. Just another example...
Last example: If I want to get, let's say, a next gen RS6 or a facelifted R8 in a couple of years, my dealer will gladly take in my R8 because this is also supported/endorsed by Audi. With the Huracan, things look different. Used Lamborghini have a certain target audience over here and they aren't always easy to sell. Also, Lamborghini cars are officially "separate" from the Audi business, so the conditions are usually worse. Unless you buy a new Lambo of course.
Only downside of the R8 experience: People who don't have a clue about sportscars think that the R8 is "just an Audi" and the Huracan is a Lamborghini. I think I can live with that as long as I can afford driving such a car. I doubt I would have been able to afford a Huracan for now, financially and socially.
Back to topic...McLaren. My neighbor, the one with the 12C Spider, would love to get a 650S Spider. Only problem is: The McLaren dealer is offering a ridiculously low deal for taking in the 12C Spider and my neighbor doesn't want to give it away for free. Selling the 12C privately wasn't a success either because everyone wants a 650S Spider or a 570S instead for similar money. So right now he is evaluating his options but in the end, I think he will bite into the sour Apple and accept the dealer's offer. I think.
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