Although the Lamborghini Aventador has been around for quite some time and is nearing the end of its product lifecycle, the V12-powered supercar remains a top choice for speed enthusiasts. One such enthusiast is physicist Sterling Backus, who used his intelligence to 3D-print his very own Lamborghini Aventador model.
With the help of a sponsor and his son, Backus spent just over $20,000 to build a new Lamborghini. The body of the car was 3D-printed using 220 rolls of thermoplastic elastomer, while the interior was also 3D-printed, with many parts made from Kevlar and carbon fiber.
Aside from details such as the frame, drivetrain, engine, and some other structures, everything else was produced using a 3D printer. Even the headlights, taillights, air vents, and other interior parts were made this way.
Backus’ supercar does not use the original Lamborghini Aventador’s 6.5L V12 engine because it is too expensive and hard to come by. Instead, the “supercar” uses a twin-turbocharged LS1 5.7L engine taken from a 2003 Chevy Corvette, with the drivetrain coming from a Porsche 911 996.
Notably, Backus completely rebuilt the car’s frame, but the car still retains the original design characteristics of a Lamborghini masterpiece.
According to Backus, he went through many difficult and arduous experiences while building this car, and it was truly a long road. Nevertheless, he is satisfied with the fruits of his labor.
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