Jeep Enthusiasts In India Make Unique ‘Flatrod’ Willys
It’s a pretty unique take on the classic Willys, but this rat rod/low rider combo is called a “Flatrod” and we dig it!
We always find it fascinating to see how Jeep communities do their thing in other parts of the world. This time, we get an update on happenings from India. Specifically, Punjab, where CarToq says Jeeps are immensely popular. And now they have a “flatrod,” and it is way cool.
A little back story: Jeeps in India were license built by Mahindra. Well, kinda. There’s still a legal battle going on there but that’s beside the point. Either way, Mahindra jeeps of the past are plentiful, and since most new cars are expensive, older cars typically get restored. Kahn Brothers Modified takes that concept one step farther and modifies the Jeeps into anything you’d like.
In this instance, we get a “flatrod” Jeep. It’s kinda a hotrod, rat-rod and low rider all in one. For this build, the frame is extended and the front axle pushed way forward, hot rod style. Wheel wells are removed and the axles are raised in a low rider style. And it all sits low, and fairly minimalistic.
Power is upgraded from the Jeep unit to a turbo diesel Toyota engine, and the modifications to the front axle means power is no longer sent forward. But that’s ok because it’s a 5-speed manual, and it’s meant for cruising. The interior is half seating and half speakers, further indicating this Jeep is meant for a cruise down Punjab’s equivalent of Woodward Boulevard.
Speaking of that, we also like the Kahn Brothers Modified style, too. CarToq claims the vehicles are for off road use only. We very clearly see these Jeeps on the road for rolling shots in the video. Turns out, they have a lot in common with us here in the USA. Plus, the video shows a few other creations by Kahn Brothers, which aren’t as extreme as the flatrod, but are quite interesting in their own right.
Current exchange rate for Rupee to USD put the conversion cost at about about $8,500-$10,000. That’s not all that bad considering you get a new engine and quite a unique one-off vehicle.
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