Video: Maniac makes a 'Hondaventador' from 8th-gen Civic sedan

Not everyone can afford a proper Lamborghini Aventador, so why not build your own?

In the automotive world, Honda is known for exceptional reliability and durability, with particular performance models reaching cult status amongst enthusiasts. However, they’ll never quite strike the eye of the beholder like a Lamborghini…. Or could they?

One particular YouTuber, Magneto 11, has released an interesting car-build video [↗], featuring a forlorn, filthy Honda Civic sedan with crash damage. What’s so interesting about this Honda?

Considering that the bread-and-butter drivetrain of the Civic is intact, the vlogger decided it was prime for being used as a conversion vehicle - in this case, a home-made Lamborghini.

In an amazing feat of backyard engineering, with essentially no PPE or safety measures employed, and the help of an angle grinder, the Civic is relieved of its body, leaving only the stock drivetrain, floor and essential structure of the vehicle intact.

Next up, a surprisingly well-constructed fibreglass body, based on the appearance of a Lamborghini Aventador is fitted to what’s left of the Civic, with custom headlights and tail lights.

For rubber to road, some choice chrome-finished wheels are fitted, with low profile tyres. The interior begins to take shape, with a custom Lamborghini-esque dashboard design, including a touchscreen display, complemented by a… unique… black and yellow seat trim design. The rear seat has been retained, but it looks to require some unnatural flexibility from any potential passengers.

This project just goes to show, with time and effort, anything can be achieved!

Check out the video here, and tell us your thoughts on this backyard job below.