A Lebanese driver crashed a $700,000 Lamborghini Revuelto in Beirut on the day it was set to be handed over to its buyer. The accident occurred when the car, which had been paid for in cash by sports car enthusiast Hani Sheet, was taken to a petrol station for refueling before delivery on Friday.
The incident took place in the Sin El Fil area in eastern Beirut, where the car collided with a fence wall, causing significant damage. Videos and photos of the wrecked green Lamborghini quickly spread on social media, sparking widespread discussion and controversy.
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The car, believed to be beyond repair, was expected to be scrapped after the crash. Social media posts suggested that Sheet had eagerly awaited the delivery for nearly a year, only for the accident to occur just before the handover. The vehicle had been driven to the petrol station by a service technician to refuel when the crash took place.
On Saturday, Sheet issued a statement confirming he was the owner of the Lamborghini but denied responsibility for the accident, placing the blame on the Lamborghini company. The statement explained that the company had conducted a test drive of the car, which had been imported from outside Lebanon at Sheet’s request, when the accident occurred.
Lebanese NGO Yasa, known for promoting road safety, initially posted images of the accident on Friday without attributing responsibility. On Saturday, after social media debate surrounding the incident, Yasa clarified its stance, stating that it was not authorized to determine who was at fault. Ziad Akl, Yasa’s president, explained that a traffic expert, who was responsible for investigating the scene, would determine accountability. He emphasized that Yasa’s role was to raise awareness about road safety, not to assign blame.
