Ringbrothers Premieres Spectacular Custom Car Trio at 2024 SEMA Show

The INVADR, one of three custom masterpieces Ringbrothers debuted at the 2024 SEMA Show (Photo Credit: Ringbrothers LLC)

Las Vegas is depended upon for creating a destination for observing grand spectacles. With the annual SEMA Show, a wide assortment of companies related to the auto industry has the opportunity to outshine the bright lights of the city. A centerpiece for the 2024 edition automotive showcase was a fleet of custom cars prepared by both aftermarket part companies and even the automakers themselves. 

Ringbrothers, a producer and retailer of high quality vehicle accessories, have been a reliable supplier of some stunning show cars in previous SEMA Shows. Past events have included a 1,360-horsepower AMC Javelin AMX made possible through a collaboration with antifreeze company Prestone and a Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II that was a recipient of a General Motors LT4 V8 engine. For the 2024 SEMA Show, the Ringbrothers introduced the automotive performance world to the INFECTED, TUKA and INVADR. 

INFECTED

Ringbrothers INFECTED 1970 Plymouth 'Cuda (Photo Credit: Ringbrothers LLC)

When an 807-horsepower Hellcrate Redeye engine is installed into a stunning pink 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda the result is INFECTED. 

A product of 5,600 hours of work by Ringbrothers, INFECTED’s bold appearance made possible through a special ‘Pink Eye’ colour specially sourced from BASF is a collection of many subtle alterations. Centered on a lengthened wheelbase, the custom 1970 ‘Cuda exterior styling touches incorporate tucked front and rear bumpers, lowered rocker panels and a carbon fiber hood. Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires mounted to HRE Wheels Muscle Series 105 three-piece wheels sharpened the pink Plymouth’s presence. The interior of the custom muscle car is finished in white leather created by Upholstery Unlimited upgraded with Dakota Digital instrumentation, Vintage Air Gen IV climate control, Gentex rearview mirror and one of Ringbrothers’ own Murph steering wheels.

INFECTED aggression radiates from a supercharged 6.4-liter HEMI V8 crate engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission ideal for handling 807 horsepower and 717 ft-lbs of torque.   

TUKA

Ringbrothers TUKA Custom 1972 Chevy K5 Blazer (Photo Credit: Ringbrothers LLC)

Brawny, plentiful and designed to accommodate big engines; It should surprise no one that large trucks of 1960s and 1970s have risen in popularity among performance and custom car audiences in modern times. Ringbrothers’ TUKA project explores the fusion of road-going and off-road characteristics.

Starting with a 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, Ringbrothers applied numerous custom elements while successfully retaining the spirit of the original factory classic sport utility vehicle. TUKA receives minor bodywork seeing the bed box sides increased to create a balanced profile with the doors while a hand-built fiberglass roof top incorporates a panoramic view. An interior described as “techno-utilitarian” was designed by Sean Smith and realized by Gabe’s Custom Interiors fill of billet or 3D-printed elements.

TUKA’s purposeful utility is reflected by its tall stance. Appearing as a custom K5 Blazer, the truck’s underside receives a third generation Toyota Tacoma front suspension enhanced by Total Chaos control arms. King shocks are placed at all four wheels of TUKA supporting the travel of tires mounted to 18-inch HRE bronze wheels. Engine propulsion for this Ringbrothers upgraded K5 Blazer arrives from a 525-horsepower 6.2-liter LS3 V8 powerplant.

Finishing off the presentation of the customized modern classic utility is a Galactic Black exterior shade furnished by BASF. 

INVADR  

Ringbrothers INVADR 1987 Buick Grand National (Photo Credit: Ringbrothers LLC)

At one point during the 1980s, the Buick Grand National was shockingly one of the fastest American-built cars in production. Powered by a turbocharged six-cylinder engine that would eventually generate 300 horsepower of momentum in the form of the 1987 GNX, acceleration could better that year’s Chevrolet Corvette. For the 2024 SEMA Show, the Ringbrothers re-imagined the Buick Grand National with nearly 1,000 more horsepower with their INVADR project.

Duttweiler Performance added a pair of Precision 62-mm turbochargers, custom aluminum cylinder heads and billet crankshaft to the 3.8-liter V6 powerplant to create an absolute personal luxury beast. Within the engine compartment of 1987 Buick Regal-derived Grand National, the powerplant pumps out 1,246 horsepower and is designed to run on E85 blended fuel. When fully boosted, the Duttweiler Performance power unit could produce up to 2,000 horsepower but the engine been tuned for better daily driving characteristics with the INVADR. A six-speed manual transmission and drag racing-optimized carbon fiber driveshaft funnels power to the rear wheels.

Supported by an upgraded Brembo brake system and an enhanced suspension featuring Penske three-way adjustable shocks as well as a nitrogen air-jack system, the INVADR retains much of the Buick Grand National’s understated original appearance at a quick glance. HRE three-piece wheels mounted to Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires as well as Ringbrothers-designed carbon fiber scoop placed on the Buick’s stock hood provide unique creative touches.