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Bobby Alloway 1970 Hemi Challenger restomod interior

Fun Factor.

 

I'm back again with another take on the GOAT Kart, the classic Mini Cooper S. Famously way more fun than any spec sheet would suggest, the Cooper S is the very embodiment of the outrageous fun to be had by driving a slow car fast.

 

This design sits one plate lower than the 2019 TLG design, and thanks to a panel-based floor pan trap inspired by the 4w community, a minifigure can sit a full two plates lower than the TLG model, as low as possible while still being able to secure the roof overhead.

 

Despite having some light stance and an offset wheel-tire setup, this design rolls smoothly and displays great. 2x6 tiles are used for the roof creating a rear spoiler overhang, and the roof can also be built with no overhang if that look is preferred.

 

I hope you enjoy!

 

Building instructions now available @ PleaseYesPlease on Rebrickable.com

Assembling relatively smooth considering the parts were a mix of modern and vintage stuff. I had several issues; The bottom bracket was a bit big for the frame. The headset was a bit small. The fork wanted a bigger crown race then the headset supplied. The dropouts were too tight for the wheels. The seat post clamp is too big. After a bit of grinding and persuasion everything fit pretty well.

The interior was the first thing that set me off to this car's non-standard drivetrain, noticing the modern(ish) Nissan steering wheel.

RZ350 tachometer and temp gauge housing

 

Restomod Dodge Charger powered by a modern 392 HEMI

Thankfully, the owner had a fork lift, for the frame (with engine and trans attached) was sitting flat on the concrete floor, the inner parts and front suspension were in a huge box on a strong pallet, and the body sheet metal was stacked on shelves. Here we are tying down the parts on my trailer.

C&O September 2020, Dunwoody, Georgia, USA

The wiring harness I pulled out of the 88 Mercury Grand Marquis.

Corvette engine found inside the engine bay of a gorgeous Mercedes benz roadster restomod.

Just wanted to see how the AH looks with the Momo Ten-S wheels.

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