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Clone vs. Original: Are Tribute Builds Just as Cool? - EP.154

Clone vs. Original: Are Tribute Builds Just as Cool? - EP.154

Right Hand Drive Guys Sep 27, 2025 28 min
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About this episode

Exploring the ongoing debate between tribute builds and original cars, this episode dives into the perspectives of car enthusiasts regarding clones versus originals. Bobby and Aaron discuss the motivations behind creating tribute cars, the ethical implications of misrepresentation, and the cultural clash between purists and builders. They share anecdotes about iconic models like the R400 and the challenges of distinguishing between a well-executed clone and a genuine article. The conversation highlights the importance of honesty in car culture while celebrating creativity and personal expression in automotive builds.

Topics: clones vs originals tribute builds car culture misrepresentation purists vs builders affordability unique spins ethical implications automotive creativity community engagement
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Nissan R33

"...a clone, okay? If you, let's just say you were an R33 guy, you love $400, right? Yeah."
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Nissan Gtr

"... out of my car and people are like, oh dude, sick GTR. But you know, it's hard to say, yeah, it's not a..."
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Mazda Rx7

"...oing an NSXR tribute, right? A guy with a regular RX7 touring doing a whatever, Bathhurst or whatever, ..."
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Toyota Supra

"...a guy who does a TT or, you know, a GTE swap on a Supra and puts the turbo badge on the back."
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Chevrolet Camaro

"Yeah. Look at, dude, look at the Yanco Camaros or, you know, these also cars all the time back i..."
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Shelby Cobra

"...could easily make a clone or, or dude, the Shelby Cobra. Oh yeah, all you got, oh, for sure."
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Pontiac Fiero

"...t's the difference. Or I mean, dude, hell, take a Fiero and turn it into a Ferrari, dude. Like people hav..."
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Ferrari F40

"... a tribute, right? Like in it, like some of those F40 kick cars, like, dude, it's so ridiculous. Like, ..."
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Toyota Celica

"...ss it wasn't a kick car, but it was like a Toyota Celica on the inside, like the early 2000s or early 2000..."
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