- The replica is powered by a 5.0-liter V12 engine sourced from a 1988 BMW 750iL.
- Both the exterior and interior of the replica closely resemble those of a genuine Diablo.
- Cena has humorously labeled the process of building this car as his worst financial decision.
Despite what you might assume, this isn’t a Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster. It’s actually a replica build that professional wrestler and actor John Cena has owned for the past 22 years, and for the first time, it’s hitting the market.
Cena purchased this Diablo replica early on during his tenure with the WWE. It was originally built by a company out of Saskatoon in Canada and is based around a bespoke chassis but was never quite up to Cena’s standards.
For the past 20 years, the car has made its rounds through various shops and mechanics, gradually being refined and perfected until it reached its current state. While it may be a clone, it undeniably captures the essence of the real deal.
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The shell features lightweight fiberglass body panels and has been painted in a shade of deep blue. It rolls on a set of polished 18-inch alloy wheels with black Lamborghini center caps and has 235/35 front and 335/30 rear Pirelli P Zero Asimmetrico tires. Like so many other supercar replicas out there, it uses parts from various series-production models, including steering components from a 2000 Chevrolet Camaro and brakes from a C5 Corvette.
Powering the Lamborghini-wannabe is a 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated V12 sourced from a 1988 BMW 750iL, mated to a five-speed manual transmission from a Porsche. The car is said to be in good running order and has been driven just 43 miles (69 km) since work on it wrapped up.
The shop has done a commendable job of mimicking the interior of a genuine Diablo. The dashboard shape and design closely resemble the original, featuring round gauges that evoke the classic feel. The cabin is equipped with a gated manual shifter and bucket seats upholstered in white leather, making it a convincing imitation.
In a recent episode of the Bring a Trailer podcast, Cena candidly revealed that he’s likely spent around $500,000 bringing this replica to its current state over the past 20 years. He humorously calls it his worst financial decision, but now, you have a chance to make it yours.
If you’re ready to take a leap and bid on Cena’s Diablo, head over to Bring a Trailer for all the details. As of this writing, with three days remaining in the auction, the highest bid is currently sitting at $75,000.
