A passenger vehicle that has undergone significant aftermarket alterations to its bodywork, paint, interior, or drivetrain. Customizing ranges from minor bolt-on accessories to complete fabrication of the chassis and body panels. The goal is to create a personalized machine that stands out from factory-standard production models.
The shop specializes in custom cars, taking stock chassis and fabricating completely new metalwork for high-end clients.
Also heard as
- custom
Do not mix it up with
- Concept car: A custom car is built by an owner or private shop for personal use, while a concept car is built by a manufacturer to showcase future designs.
Related terms
Chopped
A custom body modification where the roof pillars are cut down to lower the overall roofline of the vehicle.
Channeled
A modification technique where a vehicle body is lowered over its frame rails to reduce the overall ride height.
Rat rod
A custom car built to look intentionally unfinished, rusted, or cobbled together.
Souped-up
Describes a vehicle or engine that has been modified to increase its power and performance.