Restomods

Singer Lops the Lid Off Its Wide-Body 930 Carrera Tribute

The Californian automotive atelier applies its naturally aspirated treatment to the G-series Cabriolet – with Red Bull's F1 division stiffening the chassis.

13 Feb 26

Bertone Runabout Resurrected and Reimagined For Production

Built around an Exige chassis and a 469bhp V6, the famous concept has been updated for 2026, finally making it to production after 57 years.

27 Jan 26

700bhp Singer 'Sorcerer' Becomes First DLS Turbo Commission

With a redline as high as its rear wing, the turbocharged 700bhp Singer 'Sorcerer' conjures up the ghost of the 934.5, revs to 9,000rpm - and is rear wheel drive.

22 Jan 26

Encor Esprit Series-1 Restomod Revealed in Full

Full details of the carbon-bodied, V8 powered Esprit re-imagination have been revealed. And what a looker it is.

08 Dec 25

Eagle Lightweight GTR: A True Gentleman Racer

Eagle has revealed its most extreme E-Type yet – a one-of-one commission stripping over 30 percent from the standard car's kerb weight while retaining GT credentials

21 Nov 25

JAS Motorsport and Pininfarina Resurrect the Honda NSX

Italy's JAS Motorsport and Pininfarina have joined forces to reimagine Honda's iconic supercar. The styling looks sharp, but there's a catch that'll divide opinion.

28 Oct 25

Lotus Esprit Gets an Encor With New Restomod

Fifty years after its debut, the Lotus Esprit gets a carbon-bodied restomod from British firm Encor, blending V8 power with Giugiaro-inspired design.

02 Oct 25

Jaguar XK European GT Roadster Debuts at Salon Privé

British specialists Thornley Kelham reimagine the open-top Jaguar XK120, transforming it into a limited-run Roadster with 360bhp on tap.

02 Sep 25

RML Unveils GT Hypercar at Salon Privé

The P39 GT Hypercar debuts at Salon Privé – a 992 Turbo S reborn as a modern GT1 with 920bhp, active aero and the promise of GT3 RS-beating pace.

27 Aug 25

Production Kimera EVO38 Revealed at Pebble Beach

The four-wheel-drive evolution of the rally-bred EVO37 restomod ups power to 592bhp, offers an adjustable torque split and is even lighter than before.

19 Aug 25

ECD ‘67 Ghost: Roush-Powered Mustang Restomod Launches

ECD’s 465bhp ‘67 Ghost Fastback blends classic small-block Mustang character with modern chassis upgrades, discreet tech and a 2,200-hour bespoke build.

12 Aug 25

KAMM Launches More Refined 912T

The Hungarian restomodder has revealed the more refined 912T, with a lavish interior and a more relaxed driving experience aimed at grand touring.

07 Aug 25

MST Sports – Attainable 180bhp Escort Restomod Announced

MST goes back to basics with its latest Escort-based restomod, promising a 'pure analogue driving experience at a cost effective price.'

08 Jul 25

Marcos Returns with Three New Sports Cars in Development

Nearly two decades since its last car, Marcos is back with a grounded plan, heritage assets, and prototypes already running. Here’s what we know.

26 Jun 25

Callum and Wood & Pickett Reveal £75,000 Coachbuilt Mini

Callum and Wood & Pickett reveal a £75k Mini restomod with 110bhp, modern detailing, bespoke trim and classic looks, set to debut at the 2025 Heveningham Concours.

25 Jun 25

Rocketeer Confirms New Lightweight MXV6 'Keiryo' Flagship

British V6 MX-5 conversion specialist to launch 375hp, 850kg Keiryō model, NC Miata kit, and US Turnkey builds following successful funding round.

07 May 25

Zonda Unico Respawns Pagani’s Original Hypercar

The Zonda bowed out years ago – or so we thought. Now, something new emerges from Pagani’s workshop, fusing carbon fibre and mystique.

04 May 25

Vinile Reimagines V8 Range Rover Classic for €280k Price Tag

Vinile’s first project remasters the Range Rover Classic into a €280k, V8-powered luxury lounge – limited to just 15 bespoke builds made in Maranello.

03 May 25

Singer Reveals New Widebody 911 Carrera with 420bhp

Singer’s latest reimagined 911 blends wide-body '80s looks with a 4.0L VVT flat-six, hybrid cooling, and F1-grade chassis input from Red Bull.

02 May 25

Boreham Motorworks Debuts Ford Escort Alan Mann 68 Edition

Boreham Motorworks revives the 1968 BSCC-winning Mk1 Escort with a track-only Alan Mann 68 Edition, FIA-approved and built for period-correct racing.

23 Apr 25

MotoArto - Restomod Festival Makes its Debut This Summer

A new kind of motor show explores the overlap between restomod builds and contemporary art, with names from both scenes sharing space under one roof.

17 Apr 25

Get Lost Project Safari Reimagines the Elise for the Wild

A jacked-up Elise with a snorkel and tweed seats? Meet Project Safari – the first wild creation from new UK outfit Get Lost Automotive.

15 Apr 25

Frontline Launches MGA Factory Edition

Frontline expands its restomod repertoire with a re-engineered take on the MGA, combining classic form with contemporary hardware to debut at Goodwood MM

09 Apr 25

Tedson Unveils the Etna: a 600bhp Gallardo Reimagination

What’s the age of consent for a restomod? 25 years? 30? According to Tedson Motors it’s 21. The Etna arrives with 600bhp and is lighter than ever before

21 Feb 25

Ferrari F40 Alte Prestazioni Restomod Tames the Beast

With a full suspension overhaul, modifications to the brakes, steering and modern rubber, this is a restomod claiming to make the F40 more accessible...

31 Jan 25

Handled With Care: Nissan R32 Skyline GT-R EV Electromod

Developed by a passionate in-house team, the project aims to preserve the dynamics of the original Godzilla while embracing modern EV technology.

10 Jan 25

The Rush Restomod Debate Part Three - The Argument Against

Some cars are of a certain era, and that’s where they should remain, according to Aaron Stokes.

20 Dec 24

Subtly Enhanced: Tolman 1968 Mini Cooper S Mk II Restomod

Enhancing performance and usability, Tolman's latest creation remains faithful to the original high-performance Mini, as Ken Pearson reports.

19 Dec 24

The Rush Restomod Debate Part Two - The Middle Ground

Seeing both sides of the argument, Ken Pearson points out the one part of a classic car that can never be updated.

13 Dec 24

Boreham Motorworks Revives Ford Escort Mk1 RS

Boreham Motorworks is set to revive the Ford Escort Mk1 RS with a limited continuation series, featuring a motorsport-derived 2.1-litre 296bhp engine...

12 Dec 24

Electrogenic Unveils EV Conversion Kit for Mazda MX-5

A reversible, ‘plug-and-play’ kit brings electric power to the evergreen mk1 MX-5, promising modern performance while preserving it's balance and agility

06 Dec 24

The Rush Restomod Debate Part One - The Argument For

Team Rush has had a bit of an argument surrounding restomods, and needs to get something off their chests. Craig Toone opens the debate with his argument..

06 Dec 24

500bhp Modena Automobili MA-01 Biturbo Shamal Restomod

When it comes to restomods, there are two distinct schools of thought: refine and modernise, or reimagine the car entirely. The MA-01 Biturbo Shamal...

04 Nov 24

And Another One: A 300SL-Inspired Homage Breaks Cover

Thankfully, it’s not a restomod, but rather a modern chassis with a classic-inspired body. Are retromods the way to go? Or is it one step too far?

11 Oct 24

Kia Pride EV - Celebrating 80 Years with an Electric Twist

To celebrate its 80th anniversary, Kia has transformed an example of its first UK model, the Pride, into a fully electric restomod. Developed by Electro...

07 Oct 24

Tastefully Modernised: the Touring Superleggera Veloce 12

Aaron Stokes thought he’d had enough of restomods – until he met the Veloce 12.

06 Oct 24

CNC Motorsport Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 Continuation

The number of whale tail-equipped track cars has just gone up with CNC Motorsport’s first Sierra RS500 continuation model being delivered. Aaron Stokes...

26 Sep 24

Carbon Bodied Evoluto 355 Restomod Blends Past and Present

Ordinarily when we hear of a new restomod, the RUSH team gets excited and we immediately love what we see. However, with the Evoluto 355, it hasn’t hit...

11 Jul 24

Built By Legends R34 GT-R: 659bhp Godzilla Restomod

Restoring and improving cars from our childhoods seems to be all the rage. The latest car to receive this treatment is the Nissan R34 GT-R. Aaron Stokes...

26 Jun 24

Return of the Ford RS200 Announced

On the 40th anniversary of its iconic Group B WRC car, Ford has announced a series of ‘entirely new icons remastered from the ground up and blueprinted

24 Jun 24

Manhart MH8 5.0 V8 Limited 01/05: Our Kind of Downsizing

Substituting a V8 for a V12 in an 850csi might not sound like an upgrade, but when that engine is the 5.0 litre V8 from the E39 M5, we'll make an exception

19 May 24

A Supercharged V12 Restomod: Introducing the TWR Supercat

TWR is back from the dead with the Supercat, a new Jaguar XJS-based restomod powered by a monster supercharged V12. Aaron Stokes takes a detailed look at..

02 May 24

Ford Escort XR3 by Tolman - Better Than New, 43 Years Later

In a long line of fast Fords, it seems that few would pick out the Escort XR3 as their ultimate choice, apart from one person who asked Tolman Engineering

12 Mar 24

Shelby Cobra CSX10000 Launched

Brand new Shelby Cobra model to make its global debut in the UK market. Available with up to 700bhp in right or left-hand drive, the CSX10000 is priced...

25 Aug 23

Maturo Cars Lancia Delta Integrale Restomod

The Maturo Competition Cars Lancia Delta Integrale is our kind of restomod. Kotto Williams reports on what makes this Netherlands based concern worthy...

12 Sep 22