Ferrari Six-Wheeled Spectacle Descends Into Endless Drama

A single photograph is often enough to prove that certain automotive concepts should have remained on the drawing board forever. The six-wheeled Ferrari Testarossa was intended to be a defining moment in custom car culture but has instead become a symbol of chaotic failure. This ambitious project started as a collaboration between French builder Alexandre Danton and famous shop owner Richard Rawlings. What began with high hopes has unfortunately dissolved into a nasty public feud filled with accusations and missed deadlines.

The partnership originated after a successful joint venture involving a massive six-wheeled Humvee powered by a Hellcat engine. That vehicle sold for a significant sum at auction and opened the door for the much riskier Ferrari build. Gas Monkey Garage agreed to finance the next project based on the financial success of that previous sale. Danton Art Kustoms handled the initial fabrication in Europe before shipping the modified chassis to Dallas for final completion.

Tensions exploded recently when the Texas shop released video updates showing the car was still nowhere near finished. Alexandre Danton took to social media to accuse the American team of stealing his work and failing to pay him fairly. The French builder claims he performed the majority of the labor and was subsequently forced to sign restrictive non-disclosure agreements. His public comments paint a dark picture of an independent artist who feels exploited by a powerful corporate entity.

Richard Rawlings and his crew tell a completely different version of the story regarding the unfinished Italian supercar. They argue that the vehicle arrived in Texas with significant structural and aesthetic flaws that required immediate and expensive attention. The shop claims they had to disassemble the entire car to fix unsafe welds and poor panel alignment that supposedly looked like a snow plow. According to the Gas Monkey team, the car is currently undergoing a massive overhaul to meet their specific quality standards.

The project involves cutting up a legendary 1980s icon which already angered many purists who view the modification as sacrilege. Viewing the car in its current state reveals a disjointed mess of parts rather than a cohesive engineering marvel. The public fight has overshadowed the actual mechanical work as both sides try to control the narrative. This modified Testarossa was supposed to shock the world with its innovation rather than its petty backstage politics.

Fans of ‘Fast N’ Loud’ have watched the drama unfold in real time through video updates and angry Instagram comment sections. The dispute highlights the risks involved when international builders try to merge their distinct styles and business practices. It remains unclear if the vehicle will ever drive under its own power or if it will simply be abandoned. Instead of a triumph, the automotive world is currently watching a slow and painful disaster.

Tell us if you think this controversial build is worth saving or if it should be destroyed in the comments.