The world's richest man sensationally turned on his supposed ally, saying he should leave the top job.
Mr Musk, a friend and aide to incoming US president Donald Trump, wrote on his social media platform X: "The Reform Party needs a new leader. Farage doesn't have what it takes."
The bombshell came after the tech tycoon had spent the past week wading into British politics over sexabuse gangs, backing jailed far-Right activist Tommy Robinson.
Mr Farage quickly reposted Mr Musk's post, stating: "Well, this is a surprise! Elon is a remarkable individual but on this I am afraid I disagree.
"My view remains that Tommy Robinson is not right for Reform and I never sell out my principles."
The stunning blow comes after Mr Farage and party treasurer Nick Candy met Mr Musk last month at Mr Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.
The pair are said to have discussed the Tesla motor boss donating large sums to Reform.
Later Mr Farage said that Mr Musk - worth around £400billion - was giving "serious thought" to it.
"Money was discussed. We are in negotiations about whether he can help," Mr Farage said.
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