This 1:14 scale model looks real enough to drive.
Not just any Lamborghini, but a Lamborghini V12 Vision Gran Turismo! Ahem, in the interest of full disclosure, this particular Lambo is a 1:14 scale model. The best part, however, is that you can build and drive this Lamborghini model while using a WiFi camera for the ultimate POV driving experience.
Lamborghini V12 Vision Gran Turismo. (Photograph courtesy of Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.)
Build it and they will VROOM
Similar to LEGO Technic® sets, this Lamborghini V12 Vision Gran Turismo model is built from technical building elements. Manufactured and sold by Mesiondy (Sendi Toys Factory, China), the set #88016, instruction manual, and building pieces in numbered bags all contribute towards the assembly of a good-looking automobile model. Better still, this set is reasonably priced at $30.
The kit contains 1,039 parts in numbered bags that are consecutively referenced in the instruction manual for super easy assembly.
An appendix to the 83-page instruction manual provides complete details for motorizing your Lambo. For realistic Lamborghini performance, however, there is one major substitution you’ll want to make. Rather than using the conventional LEGO Power Functions controlling hub, opt for the more powerful BuWizz Race Controller 2.0 Ludicrous, instead.
An appendix in the model’s instruction manual guides you through the power system’s installation.
For the motors, you’ll need one LEGO-type #8883 Power Functions motor for controlling the steering along with another LEGO-type #8883 Power Functions motor for driving the rear wheels. Then follow the instructions in the appendix for adding these two motors along with the BuWizz Race Controller 2.0 Ludicrous.
Your view from the driver’s seat.
Finally, the WiFi camera, a Unit CamS3 WiFi Camera 5MP #U174-B by M5Stack for $17.50, is strapped into the driver’s seat. Remarkably, this M5Stack camera is equipped with a compatible LEGO mount which will ensure that your “eyes” stay focused on the road ahead as you are propelled by the incredibly energetic BuWizz power system. Who knows, with enough practice you might become the next Lewis Hamilton of 1:14 scale super cars. VROOM-VROOM!
Enjoy.