They took a Toyota they bought for $100 and made a replica of the three million dollar car.

The Koenigsegg Jesko is a hypercar that is as rare as it is fast – a true beast on wheels, out of reach for most car enthusiasts due to its astronomical price and limited production.

But no one is stopping you from building your own Jesko, as a team of Vietnamese craftsmen did, who attracted attention by building an impressive replica using parts from an old Toyota limousine, reports the Telegraph.

It's a project by NHET TV, a YouTube channel that has become a favorite spot for replica hypercar enthusiasts. If you think this is the first time they've embarked on this kind of venture, you're wrong.

In 2022, they made a copy of the Bugatti Chiron, then the LaFerrari in 2023, and in 2024 they completed the Pagani Huayra.

It could be said that they have perfected the art of automotive craftsmanship, proving that practice truly does make perfect.

The journey began with a simple metal skeleton, modeled after Jesko's photographs.

This frame became the basis for a life-size clay model, which was then used to create the body – the key element that 'brought' the replica to life.

Instead of simply fitting a replica chassis onto an existing vehicle, the team decided to build a completely custom chassis out of steel.

As if that weren't enough, they also designed an independent suspension with internal shock absorbers, testing its durability by simply dropping the chassis from a height.

The result? A replica that has stayed true to the dimensions of the original Jesko, making it much more convincing.

The next step was to find the engine. The craftsmen came up with an unusual solution – a ninth-generation Toyota Corona, which they allegedly bought for just $100.

Although the bodywork was in poor condition, the powertrain was still in working order. The team was able to reuse not only the engine, but also the transmission and other major mechanical components.

The 1.8-liter Toyota engine is mounted behind the cab on a custom chassis. Of course, it can't compare to the powerful 8-horsepower 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 from the real Jesko, but it's an economical and reliable solution that allows the copy to be functional.

The replica's body is painted red with white stripes and black details. To stay as true to the original as possible, the team hand-crafted the front and rear lights, as well as the large aerodynamic components inspired by the Jesko Attack version. They also added fake green brake discs.

What is perhaps even more impressive than the exterior is the fact that the Vietnamese craftsmen managed to replicate the body elements, including the specific doors. This is one of the most difficult tasks when building a car by hand, especially for those who have no experience in the automotive industry.

The final stage involves installing the interior panels, which remain faithful to the original design, but with significantly cheaper materials such as plastic and faux screens.

The sports seats are upholstered in blue with diamond stitching, while the center console also contains two holders.

As reported on the NHET television channel, the entire process took a year, which highlights the dedication of everyone involved in the project.

Like their previous copies, this model is not built for commercial use and is not street legal, due to the lack of basic safety features.

However, it is an incredible achievement that helps artisans improve their skills while at the same time generating millions of views on social media—perhaps their main source of funding.

If you're curious and want to see the whole process, NHET TV has released a nearly hour-long video detailing the production. /Telegrafi/