What happens when you take a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, swap in a 575-horsepower HEMI V8, and then completely reimagine it as a high-performance, open-air supertruck? Well, you get the SoFlo Speedster. It’s one of the latest creations from SoFlo Customs, a Florida-based company known for pushing the boundaries of off-road vehicle modification.
The Speedster isn’t just a lifted Jeep with a big engine. It’s a ground-up re-engineering project. While it starts life as a four-door Wrangler Rubicon, the transformation is quite radical.
The rear of the vehicle is converted into an almost 5-foot pickup bed, complete with a custom steel rollcage and a hidden 2 by 2-foot storage compartment. The doors, “tee-tops,” and even the rear glass are removable, offering a true open-air driving experience.
But the heart of the Speedster is its powerplant. SoFlo Customs replaced the standard engine with a tuned 392 6.4-liter HEMI V8, pumping out a monstrous 575 horsepower. The upgraded power is due in part to a performance chip tune and an upgraded exhaust. The company also paired this with a low center of gravity, a sports-tuned suspension, and massive 40 x 15.50-inch Nitto tires on 22-inch Fuel Off Road SFJ rims. As a result, according to SoFlo Customs, this 4×4 beast can handle complex terrains and can thrash American legends like the Chevy Corvette and Ford Mustang.
The Speedster’s aggressive looks also match its performance. It features an armored coating, a HellFire Grumper 2.0, and custom accents throughout. Its interior is fully weatherproofed and features modern amenities like Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, heated seats, and an advanced surround sound system.
The underlying Jeep Rubicon platform also provides additional features like adaptive cruise control, front and rear lockers, and an electronically disconnecting front sway bar.
“The Speedster’s drive bests a Corvette, without the driver ever worrying about curbing the rims or even caring if it starts raining when the top is off,” said Joseph Ghattas, Founder and CEO of SoFlo Customs.
For off-road enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies looking for something truly unique, the SoFlo Speedster might be a good choice. It offers a blend of open-air freedom, extreme performance, and undeniable presence. Is this the ultimate go-anywhere, do-anything machine? Well, it certainly makes a strong case.