Vehicle Description
This unique custom Willys, affectionately called "Swoopster," was
one of the first completed by designer and builder Dennis Taylor of
Dennis Taylor Reproductions. It was originally designed and
custom-built from a standard coupe body with many innovative
modifications. Unique body modifications include a removable
hardtop, MINI Cooper headlights, concealed flush-mounted taillights
and a rotating electric license plate. Finished in Lamborghini
Yellow with custom graphics, it sits on Billet Specialties wheels
that are 18x7" on the front and 22x10" on the rear. The smooth dash
with white-face gauges and center console flow together. A hidden
drop panel under the dash houses the ignition, switches, stereo and
DVD system. The custom seats, fiberglass door and floor panels are
covered in leather, suede and ostrich. The rear trunk matches the
interior and has a 24" LCD monitor for the DVD system. The highly
detailed engine compartment has many upgrades. It is equipped with
a street and performance-built LSI 350ci crate engine with aluminum
heads, Flowmaster polished exhaust system, 4L60E automatic
transmission and Ford 9" posi-traction rear end with 3.89 gears.
Other features include custom suspension, Aldan chromed shocks,
full air ride with 6" drop and lift and 4-wheel disc brakes. It has
received awards from Goodguys, NSRA, Super Chevy, ESPN2 and DUBS.