Every once in a while, someone does something so creative and unexpected, it grabs the attention of the entire industry. Recently, a teenager from Kerala named Bibin did exactly that. With little more than determination, a bunch of Maruti Alto parts, and a love for supercars, he built a functioning replica of a Lamborghini Huracán — right in his garage.
This isn’t just a fun story. It reflects something bigger that’s happening in India’s auto culture — a quiet but exciting shift toward hands-on engineering, DIY builds, and a newfound appreciation for the role spare parts play beyond just routine repairs.
Bibin, just 19 years old, didn’t have access to a fancy workshop or a large budget. What he did have was the curiosity to reverse-engineer one of the world’s most recognizable supercars. Without any formal training, he studied images and videos of the Huracán, then got to work.
His base? An old Maruti Alto. Over several months, he carefully reworked the chassis, modified the body panels, and reassembled the car using repurposed components. With a budget of roughly ₹1.5 lakh, the result wasn’t just impressive — it was a symbol of grassroots innovation.
Bibin’s project is a masterclass in improvisation.
What stands out is not just the look of the vehicle, but the functional design decisions he made along the way. It wasn’t just for show — the car actually drives.
This story isn’t an isolated case. Over the past few years, India has quietly seen a rise in people experimenting with automobiles in unconventional ways. From resto-mods to EV conversions, and now full-fledged supercar replicas — young builders are taking matters into their own hands.
Here’s why this is happening:
One of the most fascinating takeaways from Bibin’s project is how critical spare parts are for creativity. We often think of them as just replacements for broken items — but in the hands of a DIYer, they become building blocks of something entirely new.
Sourcing the right components — whether it's a suspension system, wheel hub, or brake assembly — can make or break a project like this. And with more platforms and exporters providing genuine and aftermarket parts, even remote towns like Bibin’s in Kerala are now connected to the global parts network.
As a global exporter of automotive spare parts, B. P. Impex has always focused on delivering reliable, high-quality components across borders. While most of our clients are looking for parts to support commercial fleets, workshop repairs, or industrial machinery, stories like Bibin’s show another side of the auto parts ecosystem — one that’s powered by curiosity and ambition.
B. P. Impex doesn’t just view this as a passing trend. We see the DIY and custom build movement as an exciting signal — it tells us that automotive innovation is becoming more grassroots. It’s happening in backyards, small garages, and college campuses.
And while we don’t promote the use of parts for vehicle modifications without proper safety and legal checks, we deeply respect the creativity and spirit behind such efforts. It reminds us why high-quality parts matter — not just for function, but for possibilities.
Bibin’s Lamborghini replica isn’t about speed or luxury. It’s about what happens when access to knowledge meets access to parts. It’s about the kind of dreams that spark up when people feel empowered to build, tweak, and transform.
For the spare parts industry, it’s a reminder: our products don’t just repair — they enable. Whether it’s a cargo truck in Egypt, a commuter car in the UAE, or a teenage dream garage in Kerala — the right part can become a building block for something unforgettable.
