The Bikkel Deluca is a Volkswagen Beetle Done Up as an Exotic Roadster
Michael Hines — September 4, 2012 — Autos
References: bikkelsportscars & carbuzz
You would never know that the Bikkel DeLuca is actually a Volkswagen Beetle at first glance. The Dutch car company, Bikkel Sportscars, created the DeLuca for those who want to experience what its like to own a stylish roadster without actually having to put down the cash for said roadster. The Bikkel DeLuca weighs in at an uber-light 992 pounds and has between 90 and 130 horsepower.
Bikkel Sportscar has taken a creative approach with the ordering of the DeLuca. Customers can buy the Beetle-based version for $8,800 or they can supply another donor car and the company will take care of the rest. Customers who like building kit cars can order all the parts needed to build the Bikkel DeLuca online along with an instructional DVD and a complete building manual.
Bikkel Sportscar has taken a creative approach with the ordering of the DeLuca. Customers can buy the Beetle-based version for $8,800 or they can supply another donor car and the company will take care of the rest. Customers who like building kit cars can order all the parts needed to build the Bikkel DeLuca online along with an instructional DVD and a complete building manual.
Trend Themes
1. Electric Kit Cars - There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the electric vehicle industry by offering affordable and customizable electric kit cars.
2. Lightweight Roadsters - The automotive industry can explore the market for lightweight roadsters that offer the experience of owning a stylish sports car without the high price tag.
3. Creative Car Customization - There is potential for disruptive innovation in the car customization industry by providing creative options to transform existing car models into unique and stylish vehicles.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore opportunities in providing affordable and customizable electric kit cars to cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly and personalized transportation.
2. Electric Vehicle - The electric vehicle industry can capitalize on the trend of lightweight roadsters to offer consumers an affordable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional sports cars.
3. Car Customization - The car customization industry has the potential for disruptive innovation by offering creative options and resources for transforming existing car models into unique and stylish vehicles.
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