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1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 By RK Motors

The 2019 Detroit Auto Show was a blast for automotive fans as several big announcements and unveilings graced the venue. We’ve seen the first production model of the 2020 Toyota Supra sell for $2.1 million at the auction block. Another big surprise was the announcement from Subaru regarding the STI S209’s release in the USA, albeit in very limited numbers. Meanwhile, muscle car enthusiasts were in awe when the 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe took center stage. Now, another pony car project is ready to knock their socks off with the 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 from RK Motors.

Back in the day, you can soup up your 1970 Mustang to get up to 335 horsepower through a 7.0-liter V8 upgrade. What makes this special modification so special is the insane number of horses the shop fits into the ride. We’re talking about a vintage machine that can output up to 912 horsepower as tested on a dyno.

This is possible through a Jon Kasse 9.8-liter racing engine and 4-speed Hughes Performance automatic transmission. To keep all that power in check, Wilwood disc brakes sit on the wheels. Upgraded suspension systems likewise offer superior handling. Moreover, unlike other mods, the air conditioning unit does not get the chopping block treatment.

Just recently, another vehicle from the blue oval also got a similar treatment. It’s a 2005 Ford GT that got a 2,000-horsepower upgrade from Heffner Performance. These are certainly impressive upgrades that sure to make even the most powerful hypercars shake in their boots. This 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 by RK Motors is the second ride we’ve seen that received a big boost. If you have a spare $139,900 just lying around, you can make it your own now.

Images courtesy of RK Motors

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January 21, 2019 / Comments Off on 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 By RK Motors
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BMW R nineT Moksha

By now, most of us are already exposed to various products that resulted from collaborations. There are instances wherein the collective ideas of both parties result in a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, but sadly in some occasions, the end product comes out odd or unlikeable. So what do an English custom motorcycle shop, a Dutch watchmaker, and a leading European automotive brand have in common? Well, technically quite little to none, but the correct answer, for now, is the Moksha.

This attention-grabbing beauty is a special custom build handled by Sinroja Motorcycles, BMW UK, and TW Steel. Although the first two are somewhat in related fields, the latter appears to be the odd man out. Yet the accompaniment piece that it contributes to the equation is a stunner. The Moksha bike started out as a BMW R nineT that was taken apart and retrofitted with alternative aluminum bodywork. Gone are the smooth curves of the base model replaced by a more sinister angular frame.

To cap it off (literally), the fuel cap is crafted to look like the dial of the TW Steel Moksha watch, which was simultaneously built alongside the bike. Both the custom ride and timepiece look absolutely great together. Therefore, don’t leave home without either one in tow.

Learn more about the Moksha here

Photos courtesy of Son Of Time

September 27, 2018 / Comments Off on BMW R nineT Moksha
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