20 Car Mod Fails That Break Every Rule of Good Design

Some cars seem to reap nothing but benefits from the aging process, while others end up rusting away like old tin cans. In this collection of photos, we’ll look at some of the most questionable and/or downright unnerving vehicles that we’ve seen surface over the last couple of decades. Whether it was how they somehow rolled into the shop or a completely mindless modification that was put onto the car, you wouldn’t want to be stuck driving any of these.

1. It’s just a beautiful mess.

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Never underestimate how inventive car owners can get to save a buck.

2. What in the what is happening here?

A yellow and black vehicle resembling a modified Hummer is parked near a parking lot, partially obscured by trees with green foliage. The vehicle has elevated features and off-road components, giving it a rugged appearance.
thetrivialsublime99

Doesn’t seem to be just another day in paradise. At all.

3. And we shall call this ride, “The Beep.”

A black and gray convertible sports car is parked in a lot. The car has a unique customized front end, resembling an older design. Other cars and a strip mall are in the background on an overcast day.
ogre1964

Some cars seem to be asking for the roasts more than others.

4. The word around town is that the seller of this clunk of metal wanted $28K for it.

A heavily modified blue Ford truck with an extended limousine-style body sits on oversized off-road tires in a grassy area. The vehicle has a long passenger cabin and a rugged front grille. Trees and a cloudy sky are in the background.
astraltroy

Yeah, that’s going to be a hard pass for me, man.

5. My good sir, you left your lights on.

A vintage car in a parking lot with two ornate chandeliers mounted on its hood. The chandeliers are lit, casting a warm glow. Trees and another car are visible in the background under an overcast sky.
xtrobeanie

Never in a million years.

6. An extra wheel for absolutely nothing.

A large black SUV with oversized wide tires on the highway. The back of the vehicle has dark tinted windows with a small sticker. Mountains and trees are in the background.
yovi809

It’s almost like they want to irritate other people on the road.

7. This car looks like it’d crumble going over a speed bump.

A gold-painted, modified car on a dirt road, featuring external roll bars, a snorkel, roof-mounted spare tire, and rugged tires. The backdrop includes dry vegetation and a clear blue sky.
donutsparkinglotws

It really does look like it’s barely hanging on by a thread.

8. Now that’s a real fiberglass nightmare.

A yellow and black car with a unique custom front bumper and hood is parked diagonally in an empty parking lot at night. The area is dimly lit with a few streetlights, and a truck is seen parked in the background.
audiotimes1991

Fiberglass liability really.

9. I’m not even sure where to start with this one.

A small car designed to look like a brown poop emoji is parked on the grass beside a building. The building has a large sign that reads "Brooks Septic" with contact information. The car also displays the same business details on its sides.
wesley49

Well the brand awareness efforts are certainly in full-effect.

10. The Mercury Sable custom roof just hits different.

A silver car with a makeshift rear window made from wire mesh is parked on a street. The original rear window is missing. A black truck is parked in front of the car. Trees and another car are in the background.
caguru

Wouldn’t want to get caught out in the rain in this one.

11. Yeah, that’s a proper clown car.

A black convertible car with oversized chrome wheels is parked on a suburban street. The background features a row of houses and a red pickup truck. The sky is clear and blue with a few clouds.
anonymous

It’s just another blue sky day out in the suburbs. Oh, and this clown car.

12. I can’t.

A large Scania truck is driving on a road, carrying a tall load of stacked red crates secured with an orange tarp on top. Trees and roadside barriers are visible in the background.

It seems like it’d be a bit stressful having to drive this truck around.

13. There was no reason to do this, yet here we are.

A white car parked on the street with a makeshift structure on top, made of metal poles, netting, and a red canoe marked "Explorer." The background features two residential buildings.
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I would love to hear the comprehensive breakdown of the rationale behind this particular car modification.

14. Just process that they asked for $6K for this ride too.

A modified truck with a blue front and a white cab mounted directly behind the driver's seat. The cab has several stickers and is unusually vertical in design. It's parked on a gravel surface with other vehicles in the background.
darnique

Yeah, how about $6 bucks.

15. Those wheels are giving my anxiety more anxiety.

A green car with a modified, lowered suspension and tilted wheels is driving on a multi-lane highway. Other vehicles and road signs are visible in the background on a cloudy day.
mightytimes

The green paint job isn’t bad, but everything else is a nightmare.

16. So much nope is happening all at once.

A futuristic, angular car with a green, pixelated design resembling a video game theme, parked in front of a warehouse. The car's unique shape features sharp lines and a sloping front. Bright, sunny day with clear skies in the background.
anonymous

This is one of those “automobiles” that never needed to happen in the first place.’ that never needed to happen in the first place.

17. When you have to keep the window closed for fresh air.

A silver car at a gas station with a large, unusual contraption mounted on the hood, featuring multiple pipes and components. The car has visible dirt and wear, and another vehicle is in the background.
insightstimes

Why would someone put themselves through this?

18. Where to even begin with this one?

A futuristic vehicle with large, intricate spoked rims sticking out sideways from the rear wheels. The vehicle's tailgate features illuminated text reading "Cyber Slab." A spare tire is secured in the truck bed.
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They thought they were so clever with their naming there too.

19. Now that’s a pebble climber.

A black off-road vehicle with no doors is parked on the street. It features a light bar on the roof, lifted suspension, and gold-spoked wheels. The background includes trees and a wooden fence.
bc90210

This bad boy’s ready to climb all the pebbles.

20. They probably named it the “Super Bug.”

A modified silver Volkswagen Beetle with large off-road tires, front bull bar, roof rack, and oversized exhaust stacks is parked in a residential driveway. Other cars and houses are visible in the background.
anonymous

It seems like this is one of those cars that is just tempting an imminent breakdown while out on the road.

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