Kamal Ghorui
A mechanic from Jharkhand has caught the internet’s attention after modifying a Maruti 800 into a replica of a Lamborghini model. The unique build, created by Mohammad Arif in a small workshop in Chandil, has gone viral on social media. Let’s take a quick look at some details around the modified model.
Maruti 800 to Lamborghini-like car: Key details
Arif reportedly spent around Rs 4 lakh to complete the transformation, a tiny fraction of what an actual Lamborghini costs. Instead of using ready-made body kits like many professional custom garages, he hand-crafted most of the modifications himself, cutting, welding and shaping panels to achieve the aggressive styling.To give the car a low-slung and wide stance similar to a Lamborghini, the original structure of the Maruti 800 may have seen several changes. The tall, boxy body was stripped down and the wheel arches were flared to create a wider look. Instead of heavy metal panels, Arif likely used fiberglass body parts to shape the sharp and angular design lines while keeping the overall weight in check. The car also features a large rear wing, deep front splitters and 16-inch wide alloy wheels, replacing the small 12-inch wheels of the original hatchback. Besides, the car features custom LED headlamps and a bright neon green paint finish.Inside, the car appears to have turned into a sporty two-seater cabin with a and even a sunroof, something the original Maruti 800 never offered.Despite the visual changes, the vehicle still runs on the stock 796cc three-cylinder petrol engine, which typically produces around 37–40 bhp and 56–59 Nm of torque. While it may not match the performance of a real Lamborghini, Arif’s creative “desi supercar” has certainly gone viral on social media.
