Slideshow: Hot Rod Meets LMP1 Racer

At first glance you might be confused as to what the F132 by Beck Kustoms is supposed to be. Let’s take a look…

By Christopher Hurst - April 19, 2018

Pitch Black Canvas

Designed as the child of a 32 Ford and an LMP racer, the F132 is an interesting exercise in how much room there is to create character in a car when space is limited. With many race cars looking similar nowadays, it’s nice to see a design that is instantly recognizable and eye-popping. It may Regardless of what you think you simply can’t stop staring at it.

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Aerodynamic Efficiency?

A chopped roof and slender nose keep frontal area and drag to a minimum while the flat floor and rear diffuser make quick work of underbody airflow to maximize downforce. One of the nicer touches is the enclosure of the front wheels which adds to the overall cleanliness of the design. The side profile is uncluttered and aggressive like a set of brass knuckles wrapped in carbon fiber.

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V8 Power

Obviously, the weapon of choice had to be a twin turbo V8 with enough torque to spin the earth backward on its axis. The designer opted to imagine a twin turbo mid ship mounted power plant to propel this machine down the track. If it were to become more than a CAD model, then the snarling and popping of a backfiring V8 would fit the bill to perfection.

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Michelin Man

All this is well and good - but pointless without the right tires. Michelin racing slicks work in conjunction with a custom suspension setup to keep every inch of rubber in touch with the road surface for maximum acceleration and cornering capabilities.

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Vintage Space Ship

If someone were to make this car, (and they definitely should) it would be a great change to the monotony of modern car design and how similar things have become. So what is it? It's not an LMP1 car from the past or a 32 Ford from the future: this is one of the most refreshing car designs to come out in years. Period. Love it or hate it, you will have an opinion about it.

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