At the heart of this build is a professionally rebuilt upgraded 1830cc air-cooled twin-carb engine, transforming the driving experience far beyond what the original Beetle offered.
When the truck was purchased in 2023, it was still configured much as it had left the factory decades earlier. Under the bonnet sat the original GMC straight-six engine, paired with the stock three-speed manual gearbox. The factory front and rear suspension remained untouched, making the truck an honest representation of its working life as a dependable farm vehicle.
The OEM+ approach has gained popularity among enthusiasts who appreciate subtlety over excess. Instead of oversized wings, aggressive body kits, or loud colour combinations, OEM+ focuses on refinement. Every modification should feel natural, improving the vehicle without disrupting its original design language.
This Haval H6 is a perfect example of that philosophy.
Owning a classic Volkswagen Baywindow had been a dream more than fifteen years in the making for her current owner. Like many lifelong automotive ambitions, the dream patiently waited while life, responsibilities, and other priorities took centre stage.
From the very first glance, it's obvious that Daddy's Lil Monster was never intended to be just another Corsa Utility.
At the heart of this build is a fully custom itasha-inspired design. While traditional itasha cars often feature well-known anime or gaming characters, this Mazda takes a far more personal approach by featuring an entirely original character created exclusively for the vehicle.
The artwork wasn't chosen from an existing franchise—it was designed from the ground up to represent the owner herself.
The Jeep originally left the factory in white, providing the perfect blank canvas for what would become an extensive customization journey. Like many enthusiasts, the owner couldn't leave it stock for long.
The first thing that grabs your attention is the ute's stance. Sitting low and aggressive thanks to a fully customized 4-way Bluetooth-controlled air suspension system, the vehicle can be adjusted at the touch of a button to suit any occasion.
The story starts many years ago when he was just a young boy, around nine years old. At the time, he used to help sell chickens from the back of a bakkie very similar to this one. What may have seemed like a simple childhood experience at the time would unknowingly leave a lasting impression on him. It became one of his earliest memories of working and hustling as a kid — what he jokingly refers to as his very first job.
Like many enthusiasts in the early 2000s, the first obsession wasn’t necessarily performance or body styling — it was sound. During that era, car audio culture was exploding, and massive bass systems, custom installs, and boot builds were dominating the scene.
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