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Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Shocker: Shelby GT500 Is Really An Old Toyota Crown
Read the full story on Backfire News What might look like a Shelby GT500 is in fact an old, crappy Toyota underneath. This is the handiwork of YouTube channel NHET TV. The group of Vietnamese fabricators has generated quite the reputation for taking old Toyotas, which are plentiful in the communist nation, using the chassis, powertrain, and drivetrain, then building over that the body of something far more fact, in Vietnam a Shelby GT500 would be quite exotic, almost on the same level as a Ferrari SF90 or Lamborghini Huracan. To watch these guys get excited about building one of their own is a lot of fun, even if they don't nail every detail of the super pony car. They work with what they have on hand, creating a body structure by welding together a metal cage, using hard plastic sheets filled with holes to make a more solid structure. Then they mix up their own clay, caking it onto the framework and plastic before shaping and smoothing the stuff to look more like a production vehicle. From there they add a fiberglass structure over the top of the clay, then once that cures they scrape out all the heavy clay. The team handmakes quite a few components, which is interesting to watch. Once the 'Shelby' is painted and everything put together, it looks surprisingly good considering what these guys had to work with. Nobody who's familiar with the GT500 is going to be fooled by this. In fact, it gives us some uncanny valley vibes. But it's still an impressive effort, all things considered. What's amazing is instead of having a real Shelby GT500 on hand, they seem to be working off a toy version of the S550 generation. Trying to scale that up and get the body to fit properly on the Crown's chassis is no small feat, so we can overlook some details they didn't quite nail. If you enjoyed this, you should check out the Koenigsegg Jesko NHET TV fabricated in a similar fashion, complete with the dihedral doors. It's quite the feat and shows they have some crazy skills. Image via NHET TV/YouTube
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Shocker: Shelby GT500 Is Really An Old Toyota Crown
Read the full story on Backfire News Shocker: Shelby GT500 Is Really An Old Toyota Crown What might look like a Shelby GT500 is in fact an old, crappy Toyota underneath. This is the handiwork of YouTube channel NHET TV. The group of Vietnamese fabricators has generated quite the reputation for taking old Toyotas, which are plentiful in the communist nation, using the chassis, powertrain, and drivetrain, then building over that the body of something far more exotic. Learn about the controversy surrounding Post Malone's Bugatti Chiron. In fact, in Vietnam a Shelby GT500 would be quite exotic, almost on the same level as a Ferrari SF90 or Lamborghini Huracan. To watch these guys get excited about building one of their own is a lot of fun, even if they don't nail every detail of the super pony car. They work with what they have on hand, creating a body structure by welding together a metal cage, using hard plastic sheets filled with holes to make a more solid structure. Then they mix up their own clay, caking it onto the framework and plastic before shaping and smoothing the stuff to look more like a production vehicle. From there they add a fiberglass structure over the top of the clay, then once that cures they scrape out all the heavy clay. The team handmakes quite a few components, which is interesting to watch. Once the 'Shelby' is painted and everything put together, it looks surprisingly good considering what these guys had to work with. Nobody who's familiar with the GT500 is going to be fooled by this. In fact, it gives us some uncanny valley vibes. But it's still an impressive effort, all things considered. What's amazing is instead of having a real Shelby GT500 on hand, they seem to be working off a toy version of the S550 generation. Trying to scale that up and get the body to fit properly on the Crown's chassis is no small feat, so we can overlook some details they didn't quite nail. If you enjoyed this, you should check out the Koenigsegg Jesko NHET TV fabricated in a similar fashion, complete with the dihedral doors. It's quite the feat and shows they have some crazy skills. Image via NHET TV/YouTube
Daily Tribune
16-02-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Vietnamese YouTubers build Koenigsegg Jesko replica from scratch using a $100 Camry
TDT | agencies The Koenigsegg Jesko is a mid-engined supercar, limited to just 125 units worldwide. Naturally, it is highly sought after by collectors. Owning one, however, is a different challenge altogether. So, what do you do if you can't afford one? The team at NHET TV's YouTube channel had an answer: build one from scratch. Their ambitious project took a year to complete—without the use of any high-tech equipment—making the result even more impressive. The entire build took place in Vietnam. The process began with a skeletal frame, which was then covered in clay and sculpted, much like in an OEM car design studio. From this, individual fibreglass panels were crafted and later combined to form a single fibreglass body shell. A custom steel chassis was fabricated, incorporating bushings, suspension arms, mounts, and specialty fasteners to hold everything together. The frame features an inboard suspension setup, which was put to the test in a rather unconventional way—a 10-foot drop from a wrecker. For power, the team sourced a Toyota Camry with a four-cylinder engine, purchased for just $100. This, along with a manual gearbox, drives the replica. In contrast, the real Jesko boasts a 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8, producing 1,280 hp and 1,000 Nm of torque. The replica also utilises the Camry's steering and braking systems, though only the rear brakes are functional, as the engine and transmission were mounted at the back. This meant the front brakes had to be relocated behind. The interior was crafted from fibreglass, and impressively, the doors open in true Koenigsegg style. A fibreglass body kit and spoiler complete the look. However, the car lacks air-conditioning and an audio system. The entire build process has been documented in a video, showcasing the team's dedication and ingenuity.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Guys Build Their Own Koenigsegg Jesko For Only $100
Read the full story on Backfire News With a starting price of $3 million, the Koenigsegg Jesko is a hypercar built only for the very elite. But a group of ragtag automotive builders in Vietnam have created their own replica of the Swedish masterpiece to the tune of just $100. No, that number isn't missing any team used a plain Toyota Corona's chassis, powertrain, and drivetrain for this creation. Yes, that means the Jesko replica won't be going anywhere near 250 mph. Instead, this thing has about 160-horsepower on tap. But let's be honest: almost no Jesko will ever be pushed anywhere near its performance limits. YouTube channel NHET TV documents the efforts of these builders, who are known for creating replicas of supercars and hypercars from scratch on tight budgets. That body you see is custom made out of fiberglass, taking the Vietnamese team a year to fabricate. They poured considerable effort into the work, but it looks pretty good, especially at a distance. While nobody who knows the Jesko well will be fooled, you can't help but be impressed by the results. After all, the active rear spoiler and dihedral doors function just like on a real Koenigsegg. A lot of fabricators would be pulling their hair out trying to figure those parts of the hypercar out, but these guys nailed it. You'll note the interior isn't anything like a real Koenigsegg Jesko. It's no wonder why, considering the real thing is loaded with expensive materials like carbon fiber. That said, the team does get the seats and center console shockingly close to the real thing, just like the body. Watch the video and you'll see these guys are having the time of their life fabricating their own budget Koenigsegg Jesko. Can you really blame them? They have some serious skills and seem to love what they do. Images via NHET TV/YouTube
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Guys Build Their Own Koenigsegg Jesko For Only $100
Read the full story on Backfire News With a starting price of $3 million, the Koenigsegg Jesko is a hypercar built only for the very elite. But a group of ragtag automotive builders in Vietnam have created their own replica of the Swedish masterpiece to the tune of just $100. No, that number isn't missing any team used a plain Toyota Corona's chassis, powertrain, and drivetrain for this creation. Yes, that means the Jesko replica won't be going anywhere near 250 mph. Instead, this thing has about 160-horsepower on tap. But let's be honest: almost no Jesko will ever be pushed anywhere near its performance limits. YouTube channel NHET TV documents the efforts of these builders, who are known for creating replicas of supercars and hypercars from scratch on tight budgets. That body you see is custom made out of fiberglass, taking the Vietnamese team a year to fabricate. They poured considerable effort into the work, but it looks pretty good, especially at a distance. While nobody who knows the Jesko well will be fooled, you can't help but be impressed by the results. After all, the active rear spoiler and dihedral doors function just like on a real Koenigsegg. A lot of fabricators would be pulling their hair out trying to figure those parts of the hypercar out, but these guys nailed it. You'll note the interior isn't anything like a real Koenigsegg Jesko. It's no wonder why, considering the real thing is loaded with expensive materials like carbon fiber. That said, the team does get the seats and center console shockingly close to the real thing, just like the body. Watch the video and you'll see these guys are having the time of their life fabricating their own budget Koenigsegg Jesko. Can you really blame them? They have some serious skills and seem to love what they do. Images via NHET TV/YouTube
