Born from a wrecked 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance, the custom CyberRoadster was spawned as a driveway-build in Northern California from David Andreyev. First known for his CyberPrius – a Tesla / Toyota Prius C mashup, Andreyev, also known as Cyber Hooligan on social channels, embarked on a two-plus-year journey to one-off what could be the offspring of a Lambo/Cybertruck mating. The result morphs Tesla’s four-door family sedan into an epic example of what could easily be mistaken for a high-dollar, two-door exotic, and while the anticipated, $200,000+, official Tesla Roadster may have some anxiously waiting, the possibility of owning this drool-worthy, yet less-costly version may just leave others torn.
The handcrafted CyberRoadster began with the smashed remains of a Model 3, with obvious impact to the passenger’s side front quarter panel and known suspension damage. To salvage the frame, the main battery and front motor were removed early in the build. With damage to the battery tub, it was inspected for leaks and resealed with a seam sealer and rivets.
Following extensive frame repairs and removing the rack and pinion, the battery tub and front motor were replaced by mimicking a functioning 2021 Stealth Performance Model 3. Once drivable, the post-registration, pre-mod version weighed in at 4,000 pounds without the windshield; but the Roadster’s real drip is in the details.
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from Tesla, Cyber Hooligan via YouTube, and other authoritative sources.
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CyberRoadster’s Frontend Was Sculpted With Bugatti In Mind
Changing the headlight housing, and reshaping the fenders were the beginning of the Model 3’s transformation into Andreyev’s Cybertruck-style vision. Although it didn’t make it into the final redesign, the headlight bar was one of the first conversions with 51 LEDs to light the CyberRoadster’s path, including nine lights flanking each side of the 33 that made up the center. This was eventually re-fabricated with LED strips from Amazon.
The hood was also revised several times until finally settling on one that featured an air-gulping waterfall vent with a modified mouth and corners that were squared to accommodate the reveal of the new head bar. The concluding selection hit strong and is definitely one of the sickest aspects of the vehicle.
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The Model S Plaid Was Added To The CyberRoadster
The front fenders were flared by adapting multiple pieces of sheet metal that slope into the modified donor bumper from a Tesla Model S Plaid. Rooted in the aesthetic of a Bugatti, or a Lexus LC 500, and ensuring the function of the camera sensors, a sleek top piece was fabbed to seamlessly marry the hood and heads to the bottom bumper. Revamped body lines hold the OEM Model 3 windshield. The autopilot camera and original windshield wipers were maintained.
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Ferrari Lends Inspo To The CyberRoadster’s Rear
A refit concept based on the Ferrari F80 first inspired the development of the rear quarter profile. Andreyev’s “baby got back” objective was for the rear-end to overwhelm the frontend with a multi-way expansion of the rear panels. The flare was extended to narrow the gap over the rear tire and the hips inflated with a curvature flowing back into the deck lid fully separated by an extra-wide panel gap reminiscent of a Testarossa with open back tires that, like the fronts, are wrapped around Blaque Diamond BD-F25 Flow Forged Wheels. The hand-built mods extend the width of the Roadster to 82-inches, nearly 10-inches further than that of the original.
The rear window was developed with a second original Tesla glass roof, pairing the two with a readjustment to the angle for a corresponding silhouette that chopped the top eight-inches. The third brake lamp was taken from a Toyota Venza, and the taillight bar came from a Lexus LX 600. The actual brake/signal and reverse lights were added into the Lexus bar.
The CyberRoadster was finished in 12 layers of Candy Apple Red and Cyber Hooligan’s signature 12H Advanced Graphene Ceramic Coating. Ironically, the official Tesla Roadster was also unveiled with a red exterior. The performance specs on the custom CyberRoadster haven’t been disclosed, and while we can presume they are a bit shy of those touted for the official Tesla Roadster, Andreyev’s custom, handmade CyberRoadster has won the heart of this writer.
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2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance |
Tesla Roadster |
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0-60 MPH |
3.5 Seconds |
1.9 Seconds |
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0-100 MPH |
8.9 Seconds |
4.2 Seconds |
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Quarter-Mile Time |
12.1 Seconds |
8.8 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
153 MPH (Governor Limited) |
250+ MPH |
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Wheel Torque |
471 Pound-Feet |
7,376 Pound-Feet |
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Range |
310 Miles |
620 Miles |
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Cost |
Base: $62,500 |
Reservation: $5,000 CC Plus $45,000 Wire Transfer Within 10 Days |
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The CyberRoadster’s Swag On Steroids
Utilizing the original buckets, the seats were lowered an additional two inches, reworking the bolt pattern and rail function, with the goal of no error codes. A swap from the traditional steering wheel to a Yoke was completed. Six-inch tubes illuminate the Tesla branding behind the seats, under the glass. The factory-ordered $12,000 Full-Self Driving (FSD) option remains intact.