In Overland Park, Kansas, a 1986 Pontiac Fiero GT has been reborn as something straight out of a gearhead’s fever dream—a Lamborghini Diablo lookalike that’s equal parts audacious and endearing. Spotted on Facebook Marketplace for $18,500 (down from a hopeful $20,000), this car blends American ingenuity with a nod to Italian flair.
The bodywork is where the magic happens. The Fiero’s original panels have been swapped for fiberglass pieces that mimic the Diablo. From afar, the vehicle has that low-slung look that screams Sant’Agata Bolognese. But get closer, and you’ll see that the wheels are a touch too small, as well as the lines not being quite as crisp as a true Lambo. The pearlescent orange paint pops under the sun, but it can’t hide the telltale seams of this wild transformation.
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Step inside, and you’ll find a cabin that’s been treated with surprising love. A Momo steering wheel brings a dash of racing cred, while a modern double-din headunit keeps you connected in this ‘80s time capsule. Black leather wraps a reworked dashboard, and a digital rearview mirror adds a sprinkle of modern tech. With 79,000 miles on the clock, this Fiero’s not factory fresh, but the interior upgrades show someone cared enough to make it more than just a rolling kit car.
Under the hood, it’s all Pontiac. The supercharged 2.8-liter V6, paired with a five-speed manual, churns out humble power—don’t expect the V12 snarl of a real Diablo. But it’s dependable, and let’s be honest, way easier to keep running than any Italian exotic. The suspension and chassis are pure Fiero, so it drives like the solid, practical classic it is, not a supercar. At $18,500, you’re buying a head-turner, not a speed demon.
Sure, there are slicker replicas out there—like that jaw-dropping Fiero-based Miura replica from a few years back, which nailed every detail. This Diablo, though, is less about perfection and more about personality. It’s for someone who wants to cruise into a car show, and maybe raise a few eyebrows.
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