Would You Purchase a Lamborghini V10 from Aliexpress? | Carscoops

      Purchasing an Italian V10 might appear alluring, but should you proceed or exercise caution and steer clear?

      A used Lamborghini Gallardo V10 is currently available on Aliexpress for $58,658.86.

      The seller lacks a proven history and only registered on Aliexpress in July 2025.

      This engine is exclusively suited for the Gallardo, despite assertions that it can fit multiple Lamborghini models.

      Times are challenging, and everyone is on the lookout for a good deal. For those in the one-percent club, situations might be a bit better, but it doesn’t mean they are not seeking bargains. The Lamborghini V10 engine listed on Aliexpress may look appealing, but it is likely a risky buy for anyone clicking “buy now” without thorough research.

      It could easily be dismissed as a cheap imitation V10 with little connection to Sant’ Agata, especially considering the history of certain manufacturers producing fake parts. However, based on available information, it appears to be a genuine Lambo V10, albeit still ten cylinders of uncertain reliability.

      **What The Listing Claims**

      This naturally aspirated V10 from a 2009-2014 Gallardo is priced at an attractive $58,658.86 on Aliexpress. The listing also references the LP560-4 model, suggesting that this engine should produce approximately 552 horsepower (412 kW) and 398 lb-ft (540 Nm) of torque. While these numbers are impressive, the rest of the listing raises eyebrows. The main descriptive line claims “for Lamborghini Aventador Huracan Urus Gallardo.”

      I understand not everyone keeps track of the engines each Lamborghini model features, so let’s clarify. Among these four vehicles, only two utilize a V10—and only one is specifically designed for this engine. Installing this into an Aventador or Urus without extensive modifications would be nearly impossible.

      **Questions About The Seller**

      I’m uncertain about the difficulty of installing it into a Huracan, which also has a 5.2-liter V10, but even if it fits, it would represent a power downgrade. There are more pressing concerns, though. The shop selling this engine has been active for less than a month as of this writing; Aliexpress states it started selling on July 6, 2025.

      Clearly, it has not yet established a reputation for reliability. Who can confirm that this engine, which seems to be a genuine used component from a salvage yard, doesn’t have significant internal problems that the buyer might be left with if the seller vanishes shortly? Moreover, there’s a possibility that instead of a genuine Lamborghini engine, this is merely a counterfeit replica.

      As Donut discovered less than a month ago in a video report, a replica Toyota 2JZ engine from China’s Alibaba was shockingly poor. It featured block cracks, uneven pistons, and metal shavings in the oil pan.

      **Price Doesn’t Always Equal Value**

      We haven’t even reached the most outrageous part yet. Aliexpress is generally seen as the go-to site for inexpensive goods. Even some highly-rated, quality items can be found for a fraction of the cost of name brands.

      That said, this priced-used V10 is absurdly costly, even by Lamborghini’s standards. Currently, there’s an Underground Racing tuned Gallardo V10 available on eBay for just $52,500. Not only is it shipped from the USA, but it provides details of its modifications and comes from a seller with an excellent track record. Ultimately, the takeaway is clear: purchasing exotic engines on Aliexpress can be a hazardous endeavor.