Today, owning a vehicle is seen as an essential part of life. The convenience that car ownership gives to car owners is something that is most needed in the modern world, where people travel long distances to go to their workplaces or visit their distant family members. Most people today consider buying their own cars because they see it as a necessity, as though car ownership is something that is as indispensable as home ownership. But while most people would buy cars to address their need for convenience, some would do so just for the sake of pleasure. In fact, some people today even turn their vehicles into their own works of art either by decorating them with colorful lights or tailoring their car parts to fit their needs. Here is a list of the top 10 most famous custom cars today:

10. Mercedes R500

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Mercedes R500 is classically an automobile that does not fit into any known genre of cars, primarily because it has three rows of seats that make it less of a sedan, it is too tall to be a station wagon, and it is too low for a minivan. Indeed the process of car customization for this model is a bit complicated. This car shares its platform as well as manufacturing facility and four-wheel drive system with the most recent M-Class SUV. Much of its features are borrowed heavily from the CLS chop top because its headlights, grille, and hood are wedged down into a centerline crease. Another defining characteristic of this car is its swoopy side window. Its side contours also curve into bulb shapes in the lift gate, all the more accented by its taillights that have keyhole lenses.

9. 2009 Ford Flex

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A full-size crossover utility vehicle, Ford Flex is made by the Ford Motor Company and is predominantly based on the concept of Ford Fair Lane that was first introduced in the 2005 North American International Auto Show. This car model was unveiled to replace the Ford Free Star Minivan and is now the first CUV to feature the fusion of minivan and SUV properties. It shares a platform with the Ford Explorer and the Lincoln MKT because of its seven-passenger capacity that includes adjustable and removable footrests for second-row passengers. Its exterior feature a chrome and three-bar grille design as well as blacked-out windows and pillars. This is a worth car customizing project since you could have your own family ride with you.

8. Pontiac G8

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A rear-wheel drive sedan, Pontiac G8 was first released in 2008 in Canada. It is the first rear-wheel drive four-door sedan that is held under the Pontiac name since the Bonneville and Parisienne models were introduced in 1986. Commonly referred to as the G8 Sedan, this car is available with a 3.6 liter high feature V6 engine that can produce up to 256 horsepower. It comes with six airbags, dual tailpipes, electronic stability control, and traction control. Other features of this car include its sports body kit, power windows and locks, black cloth seats, seven-speaker audio system, auxiliary input jack and cruise control.

7. Mercedes Benz W113

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Mercedes Benz W113 was first introduced in 1963 during the Geneva Motor Show and this is one of the favorite custom cars in the world. This two-seat roadster was designed to be distinctive, patented and have a slightly concave hardtop. This car model is equipped with an inline-six cylinder engine that has multi-port fuel injection, as well as a bonnet, trunk lid and tonneau cover that help in reducing the weight of its aluminum body. W113 also has a relatively short and wide chassis complemented by powerful brakes and radial tires.

6. Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe

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Roll-Royce Phantom Coupe features reverse-opening power-closing doors and an adaptive suspension with four-corner leveling. This British handmade luxury coupe is heavily based on the 2003 model, a concept car that was unveiled to celebrate the centennial of Rolls-Royce. It features a “picnic” trunk that provides a seating platform for two passengers as well as easy access to its luggage compartment. This car model also comes with a full-length straight headliner with hundreds of tiny fiber optics. Customizing a car like this can be quite expensive since you have to shell out a huge amount of money, but it’s worthwhile though.

5. Pontiac Solstice SD-290

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Inspired by classic sports cars, Pontiac Solstice SD-290 is a single seater car that resembles the modern version of the race cars used in the 1903’s. Its major feature is its passenger cockpit tonneau cover and its windscreen on the driver side. This car was first introduced in 2007 and is said to “evoke the emotions of classic sports cars” as it perfectly captures the design of vintage race cars in “barchetta” style. This car does not have a windshield and a built-in roll bar unlike most modern cars. Its outer cover also features a hood that has heat extracting grilles and front fenders.

4. 1988 Caprice

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The 1988 Caprice by Chevrolet is a full-sized car that was derived from the full-sized Chevrolet cars that rose in popularity in 1965. The suspension components of this car model match the House of Kolor Violet Kandy body coat because of its chromed colors. Its interior seats are also made of purple suede and white leather. This rear wheel drive has under its hood a 400 cubic inch small block that is fitted with a Wieland Supercharger. This block is also fed by a pair of Holly Dominators. Most of these cars are today marketed as the Chevrolet Caprices in the Middle East.

3. 1950 Mercules

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Made from Australia, Mercules is a blue car that has had over 175 modifications in its body since it was first introduced in the market in the 1950’s. Among the greatest modifications it has had since the 1950’s was the four inches chopped off its headroom. This car also boasts of its use of the excellent combination of a 6.8 liter supercharged V10, which helps drive Mercules to the front line. This potent power plant allows this vehicle model to gain an edge over other cars, especially when speaking of custom hot rods.

2. Blastolene B 702

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Creatively designed by the Blastolene Brothers, Blastolene B 702 is a combination of the passion of America for high-powered and large displacement engines, and the refined design cues of Europe. Resembling the 1930’s classics, Blastolene B 702 is made of a hand-formed aluminum body that flows from one end to another, emphasized by the powerful separation of its shell from the glass grille bars, pod-style fenders, wood light headlights, and glass taillights. The body of this custom car is nickel-plated and coated with powder, allowing its sensuous touch to harmonize with its unassailable stature.

1. 1963 Corvette

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The 1963 Corvette is a second generation Chevrolet car that is more commonly known by the name Corvette Sting Ray. The first production of this customized sports car classic happened in 1963 and continued to boom until 1967. Corvette is known for its unusual styling element, characterized by its divided rear window whose shape was conceived by Bob McLean. Its lamps are mounted in different rotating sections which perfectly complement its pointy front end. The earliest version of this car had hidden headlamps but this was modified by the dawn of the 20th century. Its coupe doors are cut into the roof, making both entry and exit easier for such a low-slung closed car. This car also has faux vents in its hood and on the rear pillars of its coupe.