At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
03-26-2015, 08:15 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
I like this one. It's just so wrong its right!
03-26-2015, 09:23 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
'Restomod' is restoring it and making it better, such as improving the performance. Those aren't restomods.
A lot of those car shows I don't even like, because they desecrate collector cars, like "Overhaulin" (gotta admit, that Adrienne is a babe though), and "Fast N Loud" after what they are doing to a '71 Challenger.
, and that Jeff Allen (Car Chasers) is an idiot who doesn't know what cars are worth ($14,000! for a 455 TA - a 4.9 Turbo is worth more than THAT!; $10,000 for a GN)
A lot of those car shows I don't even like, because they desecrate collector cars, like "Overhaulin" (gotta admit, that Adrienne is a babe though), and "Fast N Loud" after what they are doing to a '71 Challenger.
, and that Jeff Allen (Car Chasers) is an idiot who doesn't know what cars are worth ($14,000! for a 455 TA - a 4.9 Turbo is worth more than THAT!; $10,000 for a GN) Last edited by MintWS6FORMULA; 03-26-2015 at 09:26 PM.
03-26-2015, 11:51 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Agreed, I just don't get the Donk wheel thing. Several cars above would look better with more traditional wheels. I've been showing the far end of Mods, but not so far over cars are welcome too. My original question still stands.
03-27-2015, 02:03 PM
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I actually think this one looks pretty cool! I'm not a fan of obvious ripoffs but the lines actually work pretty well. If you take a close look at an original Mopar Superbird the lines don't really suit the body at all -- pointy nose on a boxy sedan.
03-27-2015, 05:36 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
I'm not a fan of obvious ripoffs but the lines actually work pretty well. If you take a close look at an original Mopar Superbird the lines don't really suit the body at all -- pointy nose on a boxy sedan.[/QUOTE]
I'm with you. At first it was
what the? Then I laughed, then I noticed how good a job the guy did.
It kind of has that going to the track look.
I'm with you. At first it was
what the? Then I laughed, then I noticed how good a job the guy did.It kind of has that going to the track look.
03-27-2015, 06:04 PM
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I think that superbird knock off is a photochop. Look at the rear wing & the quarter panel decals, they look off.
I still cant get over that green machine with the diamond incrusted tail lights lol. It looks frigging hilarious! Whats more is it has texas plates... hopefully it's not near me, I would hate to see that in person.
I still cant get over that green machine with the diamond incrusted tail lights lol. It looks frigging hilarious! Whats more is it has texas plates... hopefully it's not near me, I would hate to see that in person.
03-27-2015, 06:10 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
The white lettering in the rear and on the hood are photo shopped for sure, but the nose looks legit. Look at the reflection from the quarter panel to the nose. Anything can be done with pictures these days though.
03-28-2015, 12:06 AM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Seriously officer!
I think my car is possessed!
It just ate the lunch of a Porsche minding its own business!
Yesterday it was just a plain jane RS Camaro, and now THIS!
I think my car is possessed!
It just ate the lunch of a Porsche minding its own business!
Yesterday it was just a plain jane RS Camaro, and now THIS!
04-04-2015, 10:46 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Bet you didn't know the Batmobile was really a Camaro!
04-04-2015, 11:48 PM
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Yeah those wings seem to be MELTING!
Both of the last ones have left me thinking
Both of the last ones have left me thinking
04-05-2015, 12:16 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Here's something easier to look at!
This guy had a plan at least. I do like this one.
This guy had a plan at least. I do like this one.
04-15-2015, 09:42 AM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Here's some new ones to help your tax day mood.
04-15-2015, 09:47 AM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
How about an El Camaro and a Monster truck Camaro
All of these in the last 3 posts I found for sale on CL in the last month. If your interested.....
All of these in the last 3 posts I found for sale on CL in the last month. If your interested.....
04-15-2015, 11:31 AM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Here's a look at the new Lego 5th Gen Camaro kit!
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
For some reason this car reminds me of SpongeBob
04-15-2015, 12:43 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Honey I bought you a car with our tax refund. Come out and take a look!
04-15-2015, 04:14 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Golden Shinny!
This was a 83 Firebird!
Did You Call For A Limo?
This was a 83 Firebird!
Did You Call For A Limo?
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
I like how the photos are of pics of another craigslist posting.
04-22-2015, 03:22 PM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Yeah, I wouldn't be meeting him at some remote parking lot!
I think I saw this car once before up for sale. Maybe 6 months to a year ago.
I think I saw this car once before up for sale. Maybe 6 months to a year ago.
04-28-2015, 10:17 AM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
Here are a couple odd but well done conversions I found.
Starting with another El Camaro
For those who need a 1 ton here is the Trans Camino
Starting with another El Camaro
For those who need a 1 ton here is the Trans Camino
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I actually like this one. All of the other cars on this thread just make you want to throw up. Who ever did this did a pretty nice job.
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
not a third-gen but had to share
this could be yours!
https://www.mecum.com/lot-detail/SC0...2000-Corvette/
this could be yours!
https://www.mecum.com/lot-detail/SC0...2000-Corvette/
05-12-2015, 07:18 PM
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A few subtle body modifications can look good if done well. Major body changes are too much. Also don't like it when the car is too far over the top, making it less functional...like huge wheels, huge spoilers, chrome brakes and/or suspension parts, roll bars for cars that don't need it etc.
To me a restomod should look close to stock on the outside minus the wheels and brakes and have a modern more powerful drivetrain. Kind of like how the car would look/perform if it would have been built now vs in the 70s-80s. It also should be fully functional and drivable, like a modern performance car.
To me a restomod should look close to stock on the outside minus the wheels and brakes and have a modern more powerful drivetrain. Kind of like how the car would look/perform if it would have been built now vs in the 70s-80s. It also should be fully functional and drivable, like a modern performance car.
05-15-2015, 10:04 AM
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Re: At what point do "Resto Mods" go too far?
I found the front end of a Kit Car I posted earlier.
Here is the earlier photo. This "Was" an 83 TA
Here is the earlier photo. This "Was" an 83 TA
05-15-2015, 10:08 AM
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Here is an 80's paint job.
I guess a lightning strike?
I guess a lightning strike?
