Tire Roasting V8 Powered Nissan 240Z

May 17th, 2024

Here’s another one of those V8 swapped imports that gearheads appreciate so much. This time it’s a Datsun (Nissan) with a domestic flair – and running gear. Let’s join Stevie (from S&S Motorsport) and Shawn (AutotopiaLA) as they give us all the details of this tire roasting machine. This build began as a bone stock 1972 Datsun 240Z (in lime green). If you’re thinking that something doesn’t look quite right, it’s because the body has been upgraded with custom fender flares (4-inch front and 3-inch rear). No rivets here. These flares are sculpted and welded beautifully. The exterior is loaded Read More

Blown Small Block Swapped 1966 Chevy Nova Restomod

March 4th, 2024

This is the story of Justin Brown and his restomod 1966 Chevy Nova. A military trained mechanic by trade, Justin purchased this Nova as a fresh build (online, sight-unseen). To make a long story short, he wound up rebuilding the car that had been put together in a haphazard fashion. This is how it went down. Fresh off a tour in Afghanistan, Jason takes cross country delivery of the Nova and gets ready to load up the kids and take a test ride. Much to his chagrin, the front end is popping and cracking like a jalopy. After a total Read More

Apocalypse Camaro – LT5 Swapped Restomod Beast

January 22nd, 2024

A big thumbs up to Tony’s Hot Rod Shop (Wisconsin) and Kegler’s Custom Upholstery (interior work) for producing this truly extraordinary restomod 1969 Camaro. Car owner Gino intercepted this car as a build in progress. Riding on a Chris Alston Chassisworks chassis, the Camaro had a firm foundation. Fully adjustable coilover shocks from Barry Controls equalize the weight on all four corners. Under the hood is the focal point of the Apocalypse Camaro. It’s a supercharged LT5 6.2-liter V8 from a 2019 ZR9 Corvette. Very rare and highly sought after, the LT5 boasts such features as a dry sump lubrication Read More

All-Motor LSX Swapped Chevy Vega – 650HP Restomod

December 15th, 2023

Thanks to Shawn from AutotopiaLA for finding this sick Chevrolet Vega in sunny California. This radical street rod is a creation of Bones Fab. As expected, it’s top notch. The 1973 Vega sheet metal rides on a custom 2-inch-by-3-inch chassis. The front suspension is a Chassis Works Mustang II, and the rear is a custom four-link setup. It has adjustable coilovers on all four corners. The rear wheels are Billet Specialties wearing a 14×31-inch tire and the front are 15×3.5-inch with a 26×4.5-inch tire. Manual Wilwood disc brakes adorn all four corners. Under the hood is a naturally aspirated Mast Read More

1969 Plymouth Roid Runner – Million-Dollar Mopar Restomod

October 18th, 2023

Despite being registered as a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner, this million-dollar restomod is built totally from one-of-a-kind body panels. Keep in mind, as your eyes crawl across this amazing work of art, that every single body panel began life as a piece of flat sheet metal. Even the roof is custom tailored to this car. Only the grille retains its stock shape. It’s a labor of love that’s eight-years in the making – and it still ain’t finished. Making this thing go is a 392 HEMI V8 engine. Upgrades include Dart cylinder heads, a Bullet Racing camshaft and an Eagle Read More

Seahawks Silver 1968 Camaro Restomod

September 13th, 2023

One could safely assume that the owner of this Camaro is a football fan. The first clue is the Seattle Seahawks team colors all over the exterior and interior. Even the headlights are wrapped in a sickening shade of green (seahawk ain’t my team). If you look past the crazy color (Cortez Green with a flake of lime green pearl), what’s underneath is a street racer’s fantasy. The engine bay is surgically clean with an unexpected twist. It’s an E ROD! That’s right, an LSA supercharged 6.2-liter California compliant V8 motor capable of making 556hp. Complete with a color coordinated Read More

Datsun Pickup vs. 1600HP Nissan GT-R – Drag Race

July 22nd, 2023

It’s on like Donkey Kong as a pair of turbocharged Nissans take to the dragstrip in a Hoonigan This vs That matchup for the ages. On the right (in red) is the 1985 Datsun (old Nissan) pickup. On the left is a 1992 (R32) Nissan Skyline GT-R. Both vehicles are modified to improve performance. Let’s zoom in for a closer look. Called a UTE in Australia, the Datsun pickup is a sub-compact. At 2,910-pounds, it has been upgraded with a (rear mounted) turbocharged 3.8-liter V6 engine. Maximum output has been dyno certified at 654whp. Shifting is left to a 3-speed Read More

Kayla’s 600HP All-Motor 2013 Camaro SS

May 4th, 2023

Today, we drop-in on pretty Kayla Rundle for a complete walk around of her modified 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS. Kayla has strategically composed a high-level street and strip performer that looks and sounds amazing. Listen closely as this passionate enthusiast delivers the rundown on her unique creation. The first thing that grabs you attention is the color. It’s House of Color Ice Pearl over a Summit White base coat. Carbon accents are plentiful. They include a full roof replacement, a chin spoiler and rocker panels. Infiniti tail lamps are the attention grabber out back. Beautiful exterior. Suspension modifications include KB Read More

1935 Hot Rod Pickup 1000HP Twin Turbo Monster

April 3rd, 2023

The young guns at Hot Rod Brothers (HRB) Customs offer this example of their exceptional craftsmanship. These Georgia boys are churning out some incredible builds that not only look amazing – they run like a scalded dog. Take a look. Under the hood is a Gen III Coyote motor with a set of Gen II Coyote cylinder heads. Premium engine internals include custom camshafts, a forged rotating assembly and sleeved cylinder walls. That crazy intake manifold is from Frankenstein and features integrated intercoolers. The turbochargers are Garret 68-millimeter. The entire shooting match is put together by Performance Race Engines in Read More

Daddy Dave’s Monte Carlo Street Car Hits the Dyno

March 30th, 2023

Racing fans will recognize Daddy Dave from the Discovery Channel’s Street Outlaws series. He won a lot of races in a Chevy S10 pickup before switching to a Chevy II called Goliath. Featured in this video is the street car built for an upcoming project focused on true street racing machines. With the build near completion, it’s time to put up or shut up. A day on the dyno can either make you or break you. Dave awaits the results in nervous anticipation. The Monte Carlo SS is riding on a stock frame with tubular suspension components and fully adjustable Read More

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