I Drove a Hot Rod Built on an Assembly Line—and It Was Surprisingly Good

Another restomodding company seemingly pops up every week these days, as the modern era of crate engines and 3D printing and social media marketing makes an incredibly complex business proposition look all too easy. But actually, the sheer labor required to transform a ratty vintage vehicle into a modernized performance machine typically outstrips the wide eyes of eager business people who witness an Icon 4x4 or Singer 911 and decide to throw a hat into the ring. That’s not to mention the rare...