Building a Vintage Supercar from Scratch: Project Jigsaw

🔧We are building a vintage supercar from scratch, inspired by Ferrari Killers like the Lamborghini Mira and the Ford GT40.

🚗We are using a Ford 5 L engine from a Mustang and a $500 Porsche Boxer as the building blocks for our supercar.

🔨Our first challenge is fabricating a new rear subframe to make room for the engine and extend the wheelbase.

🏗️We are building a handmade one-of-a-kind aluminum body for our supercar, using innovative metal shaping techniques.

🔥We introduce the reticulated vessel method, a new way to build custom cars that makes it more obtainable for smaller shops.

Why did you choose a Ford 5 L engine and a Porsche Boxer for your supercar?

—We chose these engines as they are powerful and iconic, and using them as building blocks allows us to create a unique and high-performance supercar.

What is the purpose of fabricating a new rear subframe?

—The rear subframe is essential to accommodate the Ford 5 L engine and extend the wheelbase, ensuring a proper fit and balance for our supercar.

Why are you building a handmade aluminum body?

—Building a handmade aluminum body allows us to create a one-of-a-kind design and achieve a lightweight yet strong structure for optimal performance.

What is the reticulated vessel method?

—The reticulated vessel method is a revolutionary technique we developed, involving analing tubing, using flames to create soot, and bending metal with precision to shape and mold the body of our supercar.

How does the reticulated vessel method make custom car building more accessible?

—The reticulated vessel method simplifies the metal shaping process, making it more obtainable for smaller shops by eliminating the need for expensive machinery and tools.

00:00We introduce our ambitious project to build a vintage supercar from scratch, inspired by iconic models like the Lamborghini Mira and the Ford GT40.

03:32We discuss the importance of using a Ford 5 L engine and a Porsche Boxer as the building blocks for our supercar.

07:31We explain the process of fabricating a new rear subframe to accommodate the engine and extend the wheelbase.

10:48We showcase the steps involved in building a handmade aluminum body, using innovative metal shaping techniques.

12:58We introduce the groundbreaking reticulated vessel method, which simplifies custom car building and makes it more accessible for smaller shops.