The Nihon Automotive Technology School (NATS) is known for some crazy wheeled creations, including a Camry-based ‘Toyota 86 sedan’, an Alphard pick-up, an ‘Urus 86’ and an MX-5-based ‘RX-3 cabriolet’. They’re at it again, showing a Vellfire-faced old Lexus LS460 at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon.
You know how Lexus is toying with the idea of turning the LS into an MPV? Well, this is going the other way round… sort of. The plucky students began by sawing off the nose of the sedan, then modifying the Vellfire AH40’s headlamps and front bumper to fit. The bumper had to be shortened and the LS’ wings had to be widened for maximum cohesion.
At the back, the LS’ tail lamps have given way to Vellfire units (including the full-width LED strip). The boot is slightly duck-tailed, and of course, the Vellfire script sits below the Toyota logo. Then, the slammed ‘VIP’ look – deeper side skirts, air suspension and 21-inch Work alloys.
Inside, the dashboard and steering wheel have been wrapped in suede and the seats have been re-trimmed in white leather. The boss at the back can enjoy a drink and a smoke on the move, thanks to a table built on top of the rear centre armrest that accommodates two flute glasses and a glass ashtray. What do you think of this… creature?
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