Ever dreamed of seeing a mashup between the futuristic Tesla Roadster and the rugged Cybertruck? One man is not just dreaming; he's building it right in his garage. The coupe that Tesla still hasn't produced is already here, compliments of a determined builder who's catalyzing his vision into reality.
July 11, 2024 at 13:20
The man behind this audacious project is David Andreyev, the mastermind behind the YouTube channel Cyber Hooligan. His creation, the CyberRoadster, merges elements of Tesla's boundary-pushing Cybertruck with the much-anticipated Roadster. What’s fascinating here is that Andreyev’s CyberRoadster is built upon the sturdy underpinnings of a Tesla Model 3, specifically the Performance variant. This means it’s not just a head-turner but also a speed demon in its own right.
Adding Street-Legal Flair: Lighting the Way
Building a car is a Herculean task, even for established manufacturers with economies of scale. For a one-man operation, it's an Everest-climbing challenge. David’s custom 2-door Tesla aims to pass off as a factory model while meeting all the legal requirements for road use. This means, among other modifications, getting the lighting absolutely right. Instead of opting for a quick fix with off-the-shelf parts, David has gone the extra mile.
He nabbed a real light bar from a Lexus, cleverly integrating it with the tail light elements of a Tesla Model 3. The result? A rear lighting setup that features fully functioning brake lights, turn signals, and reverse lights, all seamlessly interfaced with the Model 3’s native systems. This is no small feat; it requires technical precision and a substantial amount of elbow grease. David painstakingly added what he says are “several hundred” splices to the wiring to make sure everything functions as intended.
The Passion that Drives Innovation
The process is labor-intensive but exemplifies David’s dedication and passion for his project. His approach to the CyberRoadster isn't about shortcuts. It's about thoughtful, well-executed modifications that bridge the gap between dream and reality. Every splice, every blend, every tiny detail matters to ensure that his creation is not only road-worthy but also visually astonishing.
We can’t wait to see the final product roll out of David’s garage. Will it inspire Tesla to take notes or perhaps even release a variant of their own? Only time will tell. For now, however, David Andreyev's CyberRoadster stands as a testament to what’s possible when ingenuity, passion, and a bit of bravado come together to redefine automotive excellence.
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Check out the video below to see David’s extraordinary work in action, and stay tuned as this project inches closer to completion.