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22-02-2025
- Automotive
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Tedson's 592-HP Etna Is Based on the Lamborghini Gallardo
The Etna is a restomod take on the from a Croatian firm. The V-10's power gets a bit of a bump to 592 horsepower, but the big story is the 450-pound weight reduction. The build looks to capitalize on old-school baby Lambo charm and includes a conversion to six-speed manual. Built between 2003 and 2013, the Gallardo was a success for Lamborghini, with just over 14,000 sold over its production run. A decade later, it's somewhat overshadowed by the Huracán, while the V-12-powered Murciélago of the same era is undergoing something of a renaissance. However, a Croatian coachbuilder says it has the fix for the first-generation cars. You probably haven't heard of Zagreb-based Tedson Motors before, but the company has been around for a few years in the restomod 911 business. Its launch product was a reworked Porsche 964, although one that took a slightly different angle than similar 911 reimaginings from Singer or Guntherworks. Called the Daydream, Tedson's machine incorporated a 540-hp air-cooled flat-six that paired with an electric flywheel to provide hybrid power. The added low-end torque was claimed to fling the car past 60 mph in under three seconds. Goran Turkić, Tedson's owner, caught the restomod bug after studying physics in Irvine, California, and building his own 1975 911 project. The first Daydream was revealed in Monaco in 2022, and this new Gallardo-based restomod, called the Etna, now adds to the company's portfolio. As is the case elsewhere, you have to provide your own Gallardo to start, although Tedson says it won't mess with the rarer manual-transmission models. A full carbon-fiber body replaces the original sheetmetal, and when combined with a titanium exhaust sees a weight drop of an impressive 450 pounds. The car is also wider, with aerodynamic upgrades, but overall it looks quite subtle, capped off with 19-inch wheels. From an engineering standpoint, Tedson will convert the transmission to a six-speed gated manual unless a customer really wants to hang on to the E-Gear automatic, and the 5.0-liter V-10 is reworked to provide 592 horsepower. The factory suspension is also sorted with components from some of the Super Trofeo cars, and the brakes are upgraded too. Suitably remastered, the Etna retains some old-school Gallardo elements like hydraulic steering and an even-firing order for the V-10. (Quick sidebar here: later V-10 Lamborghinis share the Audi R8's odd-fire order, which results in slightly more vibration and a different tone. Some Lambo purists prefer the note of the old even-fire.) Tedson says only 77 cars will be made, and each of them will take about a full year to make. Customers can of course choose all kinds of customization options, as you'd expect for the steep nearly-$800,000 price. The restomod 911 market is fairly saturated now, so it's not surprising to see a company expanding into new space. The Etna looks like a well-executed effort, we'll have to wait to see how many buyers want to dig deep for a modernized Gallardo. You Might Also Like Car and Driver's 10 Best Cars through the Decades How to Buy or Lease a New Car Lightning Lap Legends: Chevrolet Camaro vs. Ford Mustang!
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The Lamborghini Gallardo Is Already Old Enough For The Restomod Treatment
The Lamborghini Gallardo is an old car -- so old, in fact, that it's now getting the restomod treatment. If you can believe it, the car that pretty much saved Lamborghini is now 22 years old. Because of that, Tedson, a Croatian automotive restoration and tuning company that has mostly focused on old Porsches, is now turning its attention to the baby Lambo. They're calling it the Etna, and while the name isn't anything to write home about, its looks and performance are. Under the revitalized skin is an updated and enhanced version of the 5.0-liter V10 engine the Gallardo was famous for. Now, thanks to re-engineering internals and a new intake, it puts out over 600 horsepower and revs to over 10,000 RPM. That'll definitely get 'er done. Every Etna is also equipped with a gated six-speed manual, so you can say goodbye to the clunky E-Gear system old Lambos came with. They retain the Gallardo's hydraulic steering. Additionally, the Etna is about 450 pounds lighter than the original car, and its track width is about 2.4 inches wider at the front and back. That weight saving comes from a full carbon fiber body, carbon fiber seats, a lightweight exhaust, and different suspension componentry adapted from the Gallardo GT3 and Super Trofeo track cars. Read more: These Are The Dumbest Looking Cars Of All Time, According To You To go along with all of these engineering improvements, the Etna also comes with bespoke 19-inch wheels and unique bodywork on the outside. The changes to the front and rear facia and overall shape bring it more in line with the rest of Lamborghini's current lineup, though it's still a bit more restrained than something like a Revuelto. The bigger changes happened out back, where the Etna gets all-new taillights that look straight off a modern Lambo. It also gets a massive rear diffuser and loses most of the functionality of its rear window, arguably a small price to pay. Up front, the design remains pretty true to the original car. The headlights retain their same shape but are modernized with LEDs. The lower facia and grille area are also changed, as is the frunk hood. It's a really clean design to my eyes. Unfortunately for all of us, it's unlikely that we'll ever see a Tedson Etna in person. The company says it only plans to build 77 of them, including a short run of just nine launch edition cars. The main run of the remaining 68 cars is set to begin in the fall of 2026. Etna says it takes about 12 months to build, requiring a pretty substantial investment on top of the purchase price of a Gallardo donor. There's no word on exact pricing, but -- as always -- if you have to ask, you probably can't afford it. Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Automotive
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Lamborghini Gallardo-Based Restomod Makes 600 HP and a Painful Price Tag
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector A Croatian tuning company has taken one of Lamborghini's best-selling models and transformed it into a modern powerhouse. Named after Italy's Mount Etna, this restomod of the Gallardo blends enhanced performance with an updated design—but it comes at a steep cost. Tedson Motors, the company behind the project, set out with a straightforward goal: to take the Gallardo and make it even better. While the original Gallardo was already a success for Lamborghini, Tedson sought to modernize the 20-year-old supercar with contemporary styling and increased power. The exterior changes are subtle but effective. The car now features a sleeker roofline, a ducktail rear wing, and a titanium exhaust system. These modifications give the Gallardo a fresh, youthful appearance, making it look like a car built a decade later than its actual production date. Under the hood, the restomod retains Lamborghini's 5.0-liter V10 engine, but power has been boosted to 600 horsepower—an increase of 80 hp over the stock model. The enhanced performance ensures the Etna is not just about aesthetics but delivers a more thrilling driving experience. However, the biggest surprise isn't the added power or updated design—it's the price. Buyers must supply their own Gallardo as a donor vehicle, and Tedson Motors charges between $750,000 and $800,000 for the transformation. Restomods have become a growing trend in the automotive world, catering to enthusiasts who want the charm of a classic car with modern engineering. While the market remains niche, demand is strong, with many custom-built models selling out quickly. The Gallardo Etna is no exception, proving that for those willing to pay, the love for high-performance nostalgia is alive and well. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
