Volvo-Powered 1968 Volkswagen Beetle 'Hammerhead'
This stunning 1968 Volkswagen Beetle, nicknamed 'Hammerhead', is the result of a father and son's ambitious project. Rescued from a field, it features a custom-built chassis with fully independent suspension and a performance braking system. Powered by a Volvo five-cylinder engine with a massive turbocharger, this Bug likely exceeds 500 hp. The Beetle, with a custom gray body resembling a hammerhead shark, participated in the 2022 Hot Wheels Legends Tour, becoming a global semifinalist.
- Built by:
- Austin McNeil
- Location:
- Georgia, USA
- Vehicle:
- 1968 Volkswagen Beetle - Type 1
- Engine:
- -
- Cost:
- -
- Power:
- 500 bhp
- Torque:
- -
- Weight:
- -
- Balance:
- -
- Wheels:
- -
- Exterior:
- custom fendersshark-like gray finish
- Interior:
- full roll-cageleather-upholstered bucket seatssubwoofer audio system
- Chassis:
- independent suspension with adjustable shocksperformance braking system
- Powertrain:
- Volvo five-cylinder enginemassive turbochargerVolvo automatic transmission
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