As seen on TV: Pimps need minivans, too
Sometimes folks buy a slice of automotive history and put it somewhere safe, away from roads and crowds, so it won't get hurt. If you bought this particular example of automotive history, you'd probably lock it up somewhere safe because, like the folks who are selling it, you wouldn't actually drive it anywhere in public -- outside of Zacatecas.
What is it? It's a truly pimped-out Chrysler Voyager that miraculously survived this transformation on Pimp My Ride. Among the tasties included: black suede ceiling, triple flip down monitors, a 32" footrest monitor, denim upholstery, a lighted floor controlled by remote, lasers, and heart-shaped exhaust tips. Don't expect to haul much, though -- the back end is, of course, nothing but speakers. However, it does come with an advance mobility power sliding door for when grandma needs to get her pimp on.
If you saw the episode and you're really interested, you should know that it doesn't come with the Vroom Box. Whatever that was, it was only a prototype. So if you're a pimp with a family, you chariot is calling. And don't let being light on funds stop you -- the seller even offers a link for a loan.
Thanks for the tip, Sean!
[Source: eBay]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
vectorbug 5:50PM (8/01/2007)
$22k for a parts car =\
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Will 6:13PM (8/01/2007)
Vroom Box, as explained on their website:
"VroomBox utilizes a powerful microprocessor to digitally recreate the sound of 15 different cars and fantasy vehicles, and play them through speakers under the car. It even includes special effects such as screeching tires and turbo blow-off valves that trigger automatically. And you can download more cars and effects from the web. Sounds and effects are controlled from a small faceplate with a backlit display that fits neatly on or under the dash"...
..."Once installed, the VroomBox monitors your engine’s RPM and load constantly, so when you step on the gas or shift gears, your new engine sound follows perfectly. Through speakers mounted under the car, the sound of the engine will be heard loud and clear by those around you. It all works automatically, from the time you start your car until you shut it off, with manual or automatic transmissions. And when you are ready to go back to driving a minivan, just switch it off, for that original “stock” sound."
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Jaymez 6:27PM (8/01/2007)
Pimp My Ride has done far worse. I remember a pickup truck they did for a farm girl. They filled the bed with giant speakers and TVs, making the truck useless as a truck.
This isn't that bad. The rear speaker setup looks easily removed. Get rid of the ugly wheels and it's ready to go. The price is beyond a little nuts, though.
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3cubedminus3squared 6:33PM (8/01/2007)
"If you bought this particular example of automotive history, you'd probably lock it up somewhere safe because, like the folks who are selling it, you wouldn't actually drive it anywhere in public -- outside of Zacatecas."
Is that suppose to mean something, or did y'all just pick a random place?
I'm from Zacatecas, and while I chuckled at first, it really isn't funny.
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3cubedminus3squared 7:24PM (8/01/2007)
Sorry, I meant for this to be sarcastic, but after reading it, it makes me seem like a tight ass.
No hard feelings really. :)
Sal 10:20PM (8/01/2007)
I'm from Mexico and I also thought the original comment was so out of place, then again, it seems to be a "gringo" misconception that Mexico is plagued with tacky cars like that, on my 30+ years living in Mexico City I have yet to see a car customized in that manner or reminiscent to a low-rider, I've only seen them in (go figure) the USA, particularly in Southern California.
So --outside Reseda-- would be more appropriate.
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aman 11:39PM (8/01/2007)
Pimp My Ride always fills these cars with useless crap. VroomBox is another one. I'd rather have the real deal, or at least an adjustable exhaust to make that sound.
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Brandon 5:08PM (8/02/2007)
Anybody remember how good looking the girl who own(s)ed this car was on the episode? Sheesh. Give me the girl. Keep the minivan.
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