Croatian firm Tedson Motors has launched its latest restomod project, the Etna, a reimagined Lamborghini Gallardo that adds power while reducing weight.
As first reported by Top Gear on Feb. 17, the Etna is a bold project that follows Tedson’s philosophy of blending modern performance technology with modern design cues. One of its standout design features is the taillights, which incorporate the Y-shaped motif seen on recent Lamborghini models.
The Etna also receives significant performance and structural upgrades. The car is nearly 2.4 inches wider than the original Gallardo and sits lower to the ground. Much of the new bodywork is crafted from carbon fiber, which, along with other weight-saving measures, helps shed an impressive 440 pounds compared to stock.
The mechanicals also undergo a substantial transformation. The original 5.0-liter V-10 engine has been tuned to rev past 10,000 rpm, with peak power increased by 80 hp, bringing the total output to around 600 hp. Additionally, the company has decided to only convert Gallardos originally fitted with automated manual transmissions, in an effort to preserve the rarer manual-equipped versions.
Tedson Etna based on the Lamborghini Gallardo
Enhancing the car’s performance further, Tedson equips the Etna with a custom titanium exhaust system and a suspension setup inspired by the Gallardo Super Trofeo race cars, according to Top Gear.
The price for an Etna build starts at 625,000 British pounds (approximately $790,000), excluding the cost of the donor Gallardo. The build process takes up to a year, reflecting the level of craftsmanship and detail involved.
The company also offers a restomodded 911 known as Daydream. It can be built using either a 964- or 993-generation 911 as the donor, and features an available energy recovery system that can provide a little hybrid boost.
Tedson isn’t alone in the growing trend of Lamborghini restomods. Italian firm Eccentrica Cars recently introduced its own reimagined Lamborghini, unveiling a restomodded Diablo in 2023.
