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Crazy tuning mods for our viewing pleasure!

While most motorists see their vehicle primarily as a means of transportation, there are those - the car enthusiasts - for whom a car is not just a way of getting from A to B, but something much, much more important. Whether it's brightening the day, expressing one's personality, or just loving the intricate and meticulously worked engine parts under the hood, sometimes a car isn't just a car. And that's something filmmakers understand well too. A car's ability to convey personality, set a scene or take us to the next level of excitement and adrenaline is well known! Sometimes the car becomes the star.

And there have been many iconic movie couples in real life. For example James Bond and his Aston Martin DB5, Mad Max in the 1973 Ford Falcon XB Interceptor or James Dean in the Porsche 550 Spyder. They showed us everything we need to know about the character in a single image. This is pure film and car magic. But the connection between speed, adrenaline and fun is not only used in films. There are also exciting slot machines like Fast and Sexy, Green Light or Racing for Pinks that you can try online - ideally with a tempting online casino bonus! So you can experience the excitement of the following vehicles from the comfort of your own home.

1973 Ford Falcon XB Interceptor - Mad Max

Sporting a sleek, menacing black livery, the modified 1973 Ford Falcon XB Interceptor was the perfect match for Mel Gibson. He was out for revenge and this car was the perfect vehicle for it. The modifications for the film were done by Graf-X International and were amazing although mostly visual in nature. As already mentioned, a black paint job provided a somber tone, which was complemented by spoilers on the roof and trunk, a new front apron, an air scoop and wheel arch extensions. The sides of the car were fitted with extra exhaust pipes - eight pieces (!!!) - although only two of them worked. The rest was used as an effect. And then of course there was the supercharger on the hood (probably obscuring the driver's view!). Again, this was just showmanship, but it added the final, supreme element to the car that was critical to the coolness factor!

1964 Aston Martin DB5 – (Goldfinger) James Bond

The 5 Aston Martin DB1964, the James Bond in Goldfinger and which made a few more appearances over the decades set the standard for spy vehicles from then on. Equipped with bulletproof glass all around (of course) as well as a radar for tracking bad guys, it also featured rotating license plates for a degree of anonymity. Sleek and stylish, the DB5 also featured an impressive array of distraction features behind the front headlights. About two machine guns, an oil sprayer, a smoke screen, tire slashers and nails for the enemy. Nobody follows this car unless Bond wants it!

Finally, although it doesn't seem like much to us today, as we use Google Maps to find routes at will, the GPS on the DB5's dashboard was revolutionary for the time. It enabled Bond to track the enemy at a distance of 150 miles - far enough away to spy discreetly, but not too far to be there at the crucial moment. Finally, there was the ejection seat, which was a popular feature from then on and into the future. Did we mention that all of this was done in the classic and beautiful 1960s style?

1976 Lotus Esprit Series I - The Spy Who Loved Me (James Bond)

It's James Bond in again The spy who loved me. This time in the amazing Lotus Esprit. Of course, the moment everyone remembers is when the car takes a helicopter off a pier and into the sea in a classic Bond chase scene. Instead of attempting to escape from the sinking vehicle, however, Bond initiates the car-to-submarine transformation. In reality, two cars were used in the filming of the film - the land car and the water car. The underwater version had fins instead of wheels (which neatly tucked away) and used them to propel itself through the water before resurfacing on land.

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However, that wasn't the only feature the Esprit had to offer (although it was undoubtedly its best). He also came with some useful gadgets such as a rear concrete sprayer, underwater mines, harpoons and even a surface-to-air missile, meaning Bond was well-equipped for escape tactics! Incidentally, miniatures were used for much of the filming. But apparently most stunt drivers were not able to cope with the mid-engine car. Instead, it was driven by Lotus employees who were familiar with the characteristics. All in all, Roger Moore's debut in The Spy Who Loved Me was an absolute hit!

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1970 Dodge Charger R/T – The Fast and the Furious!

Another vehicle that is legendary with a film series is the Dodge Charger from The Fast and the Furious. In the film, the car was just waiting to be driven. But after his father's death, Dominic Toretto needs an incentive to get behind the wheel. The car's appearance enhanced the feeling of power and speed. Of course it was incredibly fast, because it had an XXL compressor installed and, according to the film, managed a quarter mile time in just nine seconds. Thanks to a perfect set-up, it also had impeccable driving behavior.

That was also necessary because the car had to perform optimally during the many stunt scenes. Unfortunately, the compressor in the film was just a dummy! Modifications such as nitrous oxide or a complete roll cage can also be seen in the film. It was especially useful for the dangerous stunts. As in many other films, there was more than one version of the vehicle. For example, there was a car specifically designed for the final crash scene where the car was destroyed (of course, fans know it made a comeback in later films).

Batmobile (Tumbler) – Batman Begins

There have been many amazing Batmobiles over the years, but the version that most love is the Tumbler from Batman Begins, Dark Knight and Dark Knight Rises. Equipped with everything a superhero needs, from machine guns to incredible top speed, this version also had a futuristic look and came in the obligatory black color. And the Batmobile isn't just modifications of an existing vehicle, it's a mix of a Lamborghini and a military tumbler, with every part perfectly in place. The Batmobile has revolutionary features. On the one hand there is the sniper position, which Batman assumes as soon as the vehicle is in "Assault Mode" in order to be able to shoot with the machine guns positioned between the front wheels. Then there's a rocket launcher and some mines for extra firepower.

Keeping up with the bad guys was easy with the 5,7-liter V8 engine. Incidentally, the car was particularly expensive to produce and stunt drivers even required extra driving lessons! Of course, there are many other iconic cars that we haven't mentioned yet. There's the 12 DeLorean DMS-1982 used for time travel in the Back to the Future movies. Then the 1951 Cadillac Miller-Meteor Futura ambulance modified for ghost hunting in Ghostbusters and many others. They have all been specially tuned and modified to set them apart from the series and bring them to the cinema screens!

Check with your insurance company first!

Of course, these were the particularly outstanding modifications that were made to the world's most famous vehicles. In reality, however, there are people all over the world who modify their cars on a daily basis. Fortunately, this doesn't come in the form of built-in machine guns and ejection seats! But whether it's a small change or a big one, it's a good idea to think about the implications of the modifications being made - both in terms of safety and insurance. And especially in this country there are many regulations that may not allow planned modifications.

In general, the most popular car modifications include simple things like a new, larger sound system or tinted windows. Other common modifications are installing spoilers, a new exhaust system, installing different headlights or larger rims... Whatever you come up with (again, we strongly advise against machine guns), tuning the car can serve many purposes, including more performance or better fuel efficiency or better drivability. One thing is clear though, any modifications should be cleared with insurance before you begin - unless you are actually James Bond!

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