4 Bizarre Cars From Australia That Were Real!

4 Bizarre Cars From Australia That Were Real!

Have you ever heard of a car that runs backward by flipping the engine? Or one that looks like it came from a spaceship? In this video, we’re diving into the world of 4 bizarre cars from Australia that were actually real. These weren’t made by big-name car companies—they were created by inventors, engineers, and even a cement mixer company. From wild designs to strange features, these vehicles show just how creative (and a little crazy) car makers can get when they think outside the box.

First, we’ll look at the Lightburn Zeta, built by a company that usually made washing machines and cement mixers. It had a fiberglass body, a tiny two-stroke engine, and no reverse gear—instead, you had to restart the engine in reverse! It might sound like a joke, but it was a real car sold in the 1960s.

Next up is the OKA XT 4x4, designed for the harsh outback by mining experts, not car designers. This tough off-roader could carry huge loads and drive through brutal terrain. It wasn’t pretty, but it could survive just about anything Australia threw at it.

Then there’s the Holden Hurricane, a futuristic concept car from 1969 that looked like it belonged on a movie set. It had no doors—instead, the whole top of the car lifted up to let you in. It came with early versions of tech we see today, like backup cameras and navigation systems. This car was never meant for the road, but it helped shape the future.

Finally, we’ll show you the Buchanan Fibreglass Special, built in a backyard workshop. Using parts from a wrecked race car and lightweight fiberglass, Nat Buchanan created a car that everyday people could build themselves. It may not have been perfect, but it showed what one person with vision could do.



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