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Electric cars are no longer a novelty—they’re an integral part of the automotive landscape. But let’s face it, why are so many of them so painfully uninspiring to look at? But the same could be said for many modern ICE cars, to be fair. So, what’s the solution? Simple: take an iconic design and electrify it. That’s exactly what we have here—a Volvo 850 turned into a cutting-edge EV.

This jaw-dropping build started as a digital concept by Mean Machines and was brought to life by Hote Design, who handled the exterior transformation. The rest of the project, including the drivetrain and all the mind-bending tech, was conceived and built by the creative wizards at JP Performance. Jean Pierre Kramer, the mastermind behind JP Performance, has made a name for himself by pushing boundaries, and this Volto 850 was undoubtedly one of the highlights of his stand at the Essen Motor Show.

Unlike most modern EVs, this one doesn’t just plug in and drive—it gives you choices. The EV drivetrain, positioned cleverly behind the front seats, powers both the front and rear wheels. Using a simple control interface where the gear shifter would usually be, you can toggle the power distribution to suit your preference: all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or front-wheel drive. It’s this kind of versatility that sets the Volto 850 apart from the sea of soulless electric commuters.

For me, the only EV that really makes a difference, purely on looks alone, is the VW ID. Buzz. We all know the Teslas by now, but every other brand seems determined to make their electric models so unattractive that no one would dare drive one for personal use. I’m exaggerating, of course, but you get my point. The ID. Buzz, even in its stock form, is a looker. But with the right modifications, like the one we’re featuring today, it becomes something else entirely.

Enter Jeroen Hendriks, the proud owner of the first VW ID. Buzz in the Netherlands to ride on air suspension. But there’s a lot more going on here than what first meets the eye. Irmscher, always quick to jump on a trend, developed a complete body kit for the ID. Buzz early on, and Jeroen? Well, he ticked every box on Irmscher’s order sheet.

Pair that with the extreme drop courtesy of a custom Airride setup from Bonhof, and you’ve got an ID. Buzz that’s turning heads at every event it attends. The wheel arches are fully filled out by a set of Vossen wheels, 22×9 inches in the front and 22×10.5 inches in the rear. But Jeroen let me in on a little secret: three weeks ago, he ordered a fully custom set of 22-inch wheels, and I can’t wait to see the final result once they’re mounted.

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