Old car parts salvaged into beautiful sculptures

The pace with which new motor cars are being produced, along with no proper disintegration of old vehicles, the day is not too far when we convert the Earth into a junkyard. However, artist James Corbett has an entirely different idea, who turns old car parts into a piece of art or sculptures that can be used to enhance the décor of your living spaces. The beautiful sculptures, including small bikes, cars, animals and birds, will not just decorate your home but also help in decomposing the auto waste. Check out some of the unique sculptures after the jump.

Via: Automotto

The Tractor House: A weird abode

Considering the tendency to own bizarre stuff, products and belongings, the list of weird never draw to a close. We desire to look different from others in everything we do or hold. In line with this notion, this Tractor House clearly stands alone, tall, and proud. Confidently, the colossal wheels of this monstrous machine bear the burden of this queer lodging atop of it. The picture above itself proves the mobility and a baffling grace this dwelling has. Well, I believe it’s a modern illustration of contemporary Mideast architecture. Though I am apprehensive about living in such a house, yet being an owner of this offbeat creation is certainly a privilege. What say?

Via: Ballerhouse

Bang & Olufsen unveils first ever sound system for open-top driving

For the very first time ever, the highly praised Bang & Olufsen Sound System has been tuned specifically for the open-top roadsters. Even with the top down, the specially tuned Sound System promises to deliver clean, crisp, natural and precise playback. Pictured above is the new A5/S5 Cabriolet that comes with a wide range of high-end options, including the acclaimed Bang & Olufsen Sound System. The Bang & Olufsen Sound System is composed of 12 custom-made loudspeakers, 10 amplifier channels and a total output power of more than 500 watts. Sound designers at B&O have fashioned an exceptional soundstage that complements the acoustic signature of the Audi A5/S5 Cabriolet perfectly. The True Image Digital Signal Processing turns 2-channel stereo signals into perfect 5.1-channel surround sound. Sound can be optimized according to the number of people in the car and their position.

The system uses a microphone integrated in the ceiling of the cockpit, and automatically adapts the volume and equalizing to changing noise conditions. The Bang & Olufsen Sound System has been designed to perfectly match the interiors of Audi A5/S5 Cabriolet. No word on pricing, but then, it’s a Bang & Olufsen creation.

Via: Bang & Olufsen

Blinged Lexus SC430 Shi-crystal-like vehicle

The Lexus SC430 sports car pictured above is more a work of art than a car. The Shi-crystal-like vehicle designed by the Zheng Zhiren is festooned with more than more than 300,000 Swarovski crystals. Currently on display in Taiwan, the Lexus SC430 Shi-crystal-like vehicle is a showstopper at the show. The SC430 has long been known as ‘The Jewel of LEXUS’ and now, this Swarovski-studded version is decorated with crystal made roses and ribbon in pink. The crystals are everywhere on the car, on the front, back and the wheels. The Swarovski-studded Lexus SC430 is worth more than NT 10,000,000 (US $306,045).

Via: Xinhuanet/Yam

Limited edition Ferrari California Flyback Chronograph

To commemorate the launch of the Ferrari California, Officine Panerai has produced a special-edition Ferrari two-counter chronograph. The new Ferrari watch will be part of the company’s “Ferrari Engineered by Officine Panerai” watch collection. The watchcase, in polished steel with brushed edges, is 45mm in diameter and boasts a cushion shaped profile. The rotor of the Ferrari California Flyback Chronograph is engraved with the Prancing Horse, while the black dial bears the Ferrari California logo to show the connection between the two luxury items. The pushpieces and the winding crown enjoy a neatly machined knurled texture. The semi-circular sweep of the dial section between 12 and 3 o’clock resembles the tachometer instrumentation of a Ferrari car.

The Ferrari California Flyback Chronograph is animated by a self-winding mechanical movement and is water-resistant to a depth of 100m. Every watch in the collection is adorned with a convex sapphire crystal, with double anti-reflective treatment. Only 400 units will be offered for sale and the expected oprice is around £8500.

Via: ViaLuxe/TeamSpeed

DIY Aqua chopper - Enjoy the ride!

DIY Aqua chopper! Krack made this aqua chopper by attaching some barrels to his old bicycle and often rode it with pride. And why not, cuz - it is easy to use, no training or license is needed, and moreover, it will not cost you the earth. Just take it to the nearest water reservoir, and peddle to make it go. Perhaps, Krack’s the best man knowing about the safety factor, rest assured – must be fun riding this! Need a change? Then go get some barrels and enjoy the ride.

Via: Megulon5’s Photostream

Heavenly smile – A picture is worth a thousand words!

Well, photographs are a vital tool for engaging overloaded audiences. Many things had been thought to be ‘worth ten thousand words’ well before pictures got in on the act. “Use a picture; it’s worth a thousand words“. Heavenly smile! I can go no further, care to help?

Via: B2

Private number plate 1 RH auctioned for quarter of a million

If you thought it was only cars that fetched high prices at auctions, think again. I am talking about the elite private number plates market. We have seen the License plate No. 1 going for $14.3 million at Abu Dhabi auction in the February of this year. This time, the esteemed number 1 RH was sold for £247,652 (approximately US$366,845) including tax and commission, at an auction of personal number plates held by the UK car registrations issuing authority, DVLA, on 21 November 2008. The plate was bought by Rob Harverson of Surrey who owns 10 private plates. The sale of 1 RH somehow put every other lot to shame, although a few of them achieved head-turning, high prices. Two of the notable sales were CHR 151S (£13,974) and the AYM 44N (£10,564).

I came with £150,000 to spend but, in the end, I was just determined to buy 1 RH and nothing was going to stop me.

This significant sale has made it clear that the affluent are willing to blow out money in their field of interest despite the global financial crisis.

Via: RegTransfers/BBC

Gold plated Pura Onda: Timeless piece of lowriding history

Pimping up roadsters with gold and other precious stones has become a trend these days. And Robert Espinoza is the man this time who has completely revamped his Pura Onda, the pure-bred ‘64 Chevy Impala SS. Pura Onda is a three-time World of Wheels champion, Super Chevy national champion and Grand National Rocky Mountain champion. The championship car was banned from competition by Lowrider Events in 2001, after it reached its limit of Sweepstakes wins. Now, the redone Impala SS reminds you of gold and just gold. Everything in the car, from the woofer magnets to the seat brackets, has been given the gold treatment. The roof is done with right amount of gold foil and pin striping. If you take a look under the vehicle, you will find that 90 percent of the parts are dipped in gold.


Pura Onda is an eternal piece of art and lowriding history. We have no idea about the money gone into the revamp of this head-turner, but we do know one thing, that it’s done with gold.

Departure 2093: Welcome to the future of flying!

While we are pretty busy talking about space tourism and flying cars, Finnair, which is celebrating its 85th birthday, is envisioning the future of flying. What might flying be like then in 85 years? I have no idea, but the ingenious folks at Finnair seem to have an answer to the question. They have conceptualized five future aircrafts for the year 2093, which boast streamlined exteriors and entertainment-rich interiors. The best part is that all the aircrafts are eco-friendly and materials used in the making are 100 percent recyclable. Let’s take a quick look at the conceptualized aircrafts of 2093.

Finnair A600–850 M: With a seating capacity of 600 to 850, the Finnair A600–850 M aircraft a wide-bodied, zero-emission supersonic aircraft, designed for long-haul routes. Entertainment and wellness services are right there under the cabin. In these areas, the windows are replaced with AV windows, which offer zoomable views of the sky or the earth. The intelligent seats in the cabin adjust to the passenger’s weight, height and age. The seats feature internet and satellite links. The backrest of each seat has a 20-inch 3D display. The electricity needed is generated by solar panels fitted on the aircraft’s surface.

Finnair A600-850: Touting the same seating capacity, this model is a zero-emission aircraft, designed for short haul routes. The Finnair A600-850 is also eco-friendly as the electricity is generated by solar panels on the vessel’s outer surface.

Finnair A1700-2400 Cruiser: This one looks really futuristic. The charter aircraft with turning engines located in front has been designed for both gliding and vertical take-off. It can even land on water. Other than the normal amenities, the aircraft features hologram theatres, restaurants, and bars, shops, meeting rooms, a beauty parlor, a first-aid station, gymnasiums and a quiet room.


An aircraft for everyone: It’s a combination of a helicopter and a small aircraft. They hope to introduce first version of the aircraft in the 2020. Almost 85 per cent of the aircraft’s outer surface is covered with electricity-generating solar cells.

Space hotel’s service ship: This one caters to space tourism and is intended to carry passengers directly to the space hotel. The space hotel’s facilities include restaurants, various recreational areas, an auditorium, a health station and greenhouses. There are 450 beds available for tourist use.

Visit Departure 2093 for complete details of futuristic aircrafts.

Musical Silencer – Coolest silencer ever!

I came across this really cool silencer, hope you like it! Rather than the monotonous sound of a bike silencer, you could choose to be a bit musical with an attached trumpet. This might not be a safe option, because cops could prove to be a bigger nuisance. Well, it’s worth the risk.

Via: LissonGallery

Diamond-studded Lamborghini key fob from Amosu Luxury

So, the diamond-studded Bentley key fob by Amosu Luxury impressed you like anything, but you need one for your Lamborghini. Don’t fret, as Amosu Luxury has now turned their attention to the Lamborghini key fob too. They have festooned it with 183 little diamonds for a total of 2.02 carats, focused on detailing the familiar Lamborghini logo. Icing out your Lamborghini car keys with sparkling diamonds will make you poorer by £7,000 (nearly US $10,500). If you always fear losing your car keys, then this thing is certainly not your cup of tea.

MINI Cooper S pimped with almost 40,000 Swarovski crystals

The Mini Cooper you in the picture above is more a work of art than a car. The MINI Cooper S by designer Marco Mehn turns heads with its space-frame style , along with up to 20 hand-applied paints, three finishes and 40,000 Swarovski crystals. The gleaming MINI is an amazing combination of art and automotive enthusiasm. The car is a part of the Heim + Handwerk fair in Munich, where sparkling runabouts will be shown to the public. The MINI can sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 7.1 s and reaches a top speed of 225 km/h. Marco Mehn, on his artistic creation, said…

The purpose of my art is always, emotions and arousing the viewer to touch. The MINI gives me the opportunity to create a work that people not only with the eyes can perceive, driving for many people is emotion and pure luxury, which they feel with all your senses.

Via: OpenPR

Unlock Your Bentley with a Diamond Key from Alexander Amosu

For those who own a Bentley, nothing can say “I drive a Bentley” better than this diamond-studded Bentley continental car key from Alexander Amosu. The key is handset with 101 diamonds on the Bentley famous wings with a total of 1.09 carats using color F, VS1 clarity. The diamond-studded key is priced at £5,000 (approximately $7,895). The key is a perfect gift for a Bentley owner this Christmas. And if your auto line-up includes a Lamborghini, Mercedes and Ferrari then Amosu has already created their luxury keys.


Via: PressRelease