The Wraith Interceptor! POV Ownership Impressions

Filmed by ‪@TopherDrives‬
Thanks to our friends at Kauth & Mayeur in Peoria, IL for making this review possible kauthmayeur.com/
Wraith Owner Jay’s links:
/ @mwisupercar
/ wraithinterceptor
/ mwisupercar
/ mwi.supercar
Based on 986 Porsche Boxster S Chassis
Modeled after 1981 Dodge M4S Pace Car Concept
Starred in movie “The Wraith” with Charlie Sheen
Engine: 3.2L flat-6
Transmission: 6-speed manual
258 Horsepower, 229 lb-ft
Wheelbase extended 4” to 100.3”
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[@TheTopher]

Thanks to our friends at Kauth & Mayeur in Peoria Illinois for making this review possible kauthmayeur.com/ Wraith Owner Jay’s links: www.youtube.com/@mwisupercar facebook.com/WraithInterceptor/ www.tiktok.com/@mwisupercar instagram.com/mwi.supercar/ Based on 986 Porsche Boxster S Chassis Modeled after 1981 Dodge M4S Pace Car Concept Starred in movie “The Wraith” with Charlie Sheen Engine: 3.2L flat-6 Transmission: 6-speed manual 258 Horsepower, 229 lb-ft Wheelbase extended 4” to 100.3”

[@kylereese4822]

8 YEARS AGO... #Dodge m4s #turbo #interceptor 1984 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oonJYoiEit2EsKs&pp=ygUbZG9kZ2UgbTRzIHR1cmJvIGludGVyY2VwdG9y

[@J1W5M7]

Some of the things he said aren't accurate. Only one working movie car survived the movie. The other was totaled while racing in the movie. And there are street legal MP4s other than his. Kit cars are still available. After the movie the Interceptor was sold to a man in Tennessee. After a long legal battle with Dodge he was able to keep the car minus the drivetrain and a few secret components. He painted it red and dropped in a V6. The rearview camera was actually a feature in the Wraith car. He kept it for several years before he sold it. Last I heard it was in a museum somewhere. The man from Tennessee's brother was a friend of the family and when he heard what a fan I was of the movie he gave me a picture of the red Wraith after it was redone. I still have the picture 35 years later.

[@sp33drr]

wtf is with the clutch disk on top lmaooooooo what a corny car

[@derekgaliee4351]

@@sp33drr Future Powerplant like Transformers

[@Praetor_Fenix420]

So very cool!

[@Retryyy]

That does not look like a custom car, that looks like a genuine brand car, props to the guy!

[@jayespi37]

It's from the movie " The Wraith " Dodge interceptor

[@lunamaria1048]

I thought it was a legit manufacturer car lol

[@stephenEs3532]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 cope harder .... this looks like a trashcan ... can tell its kitcar from a mile away

[@johnkilo3]

@@stephenEs3532 you're delusional

[@RadonCharger]

That's because its based off a real concept car

[@redneck4528]

Dude turns a Porsche into a kit car of a Dodge...legend right here 👍

[@scatcat2057]

Dude! to this day I still watch this Movie once or twice a year. This is hands down my #1 car from my childhood. Me and my brother in 80’s watched this on VHS so many times till our VCR finally decided it’s time to end this and ate up the tape, so to say I would love to own one of these with this attention to detail is a understatement.

[@louballs]

Watching this movie now which brought me here. Used to watch this so many times as a kid

[@Seelingfahne]

The level of design work and engineering here is colossal. Hats off to a real dedicated builder, must have learned a ton building this amazing car

[@dante92ful]

You can hear how proud he is of it, its always so cool to see people live out their dreams to go so far as make the car you dream of having. Happy for this guy and also the Tophers for this video

[@CuriousGeorge1111]

I am impressed by the panel fit. The gaps look perfect.

[@richardnavratil9661]

Better than both of our Fords, that's for sure! :D

[@LemonLawyerBob]

😂

[@beakerwsw]

except that giant gap in the door while hes driving you can see sunlight through.

[@waylon7371]

​@@beakerwsw thts not a gap. Its a reflection of the light from outside the car

[@brianhaygood183]

This was one of the most impressive movie cars ever. I was blown away by it decades ago and it still looks great today. Congratulations to the owner for successfully making it.

[@rediceatx]

I've wanted this car ever since I was a kid when I first saw the Wraith. This guy made a lot of kids dreams come true, the car still lives! Now tell me how I can get one

[@believeinmatter]

Truly a piece of lost automotive history. Not many people even know about this car

[@SladeWilsonOG]

The looks of this car had me thinking it was an XJ220😁 but this is still a relic beautifully done👍🏾

[@DEIFAN]

I thought this was the Next Gen Chrysler 300 interior

[@Jmeon4eva]

​@@SladeWilsonOGThe OG designer for the car/movie said both Jaguar and Bugatti ppl came to look.

[@SladeWilsonOG]

@@Jmeon4eva both congratulating and taking a few notes 😅 but on a serious note Bugatti?! now he just caught the right persons eye that’s legendary sh*t there👍🏾

[@waffenhirn]

​@@SladeWilsonOGBugatti eb 110 ☝️

[@Mabeylater293]

This guy put his heart and soul into his passion. Nice job!!!!!👍👍

[@illyph9963]

I tell everyone how great “the wraith” is, one of my fav movies of all time, the race scenes in it were shot so incredible for an 80’s movie, all practical effects and real world shooting techniques too, and you feel like your in the grill of that car whole time watching it, soundtrack is great too, right up there with transformers 86’ lol

[@wilfredlaforge4009]

Love that car. I’m 51 years and that was one of my favorite movies back then.

[@mog0712]

This looks sick as hell, wish there was a commercial version available

[@stereolababy]

so you could not afford it?

[@RoNiminal]

It is available. Did you watch the whole video?

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

He is selling it and more in future

[@stereolababy]

@@ArtVandelayOfficial no one is going to buy that

[@alexanderb.9084]

@@stereolababy with A Tesla plaid engine yes.This Car and Jaguar xj220 are the best looking Cars for me.

[@b4ssfunk3d]

Hell of a car! Normally not a fan of customized Frankenstein cars but this one is as clean as it gets.

[@SerPurple51]

It really looks professionally made and well thought out.

[@Kronos0999]

And not clean enough still

[@paulpoor202]

One of my favorite movies as a kid. That car is beautiful!

[@chas4life]

I love the passion of the owner in putting this together with so many cool details. You can tell its a real labor of love!

[@2phonesbabyken]

The sound was incredible (also explains how they stuck two turbos on the pace car's I4) but the real best part of this was hearing Jay talk so excitedly about the car. You could feel that enthusiasm through the screen

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

The mufflers are too loud in my opinion but overall it's a great result

[@mackmcmillan9905]

I retired to Tucson and The Wraith is one of my very favorite movies... Born in 1980, so we're probably the same age range. Wraith was filmed around here, kinda neat.

[@BETTAVIBES80]

Wow just wow! I remember I was 7 and seeing this car in the movie The Wraith and I was obsessed with bad ass cars ever since. The owner is a legend in my eyes for having this! Everything about my childhood in the 80’s now gives me goosebumps.

[@gutz1981]

Cool vid. Always loved this car, but I could never afford to do what this guy did. Well done. I wouldn't mind that shirt he's wearing though. Where can I get one of those I wonder?

[@truckermarc790]

Looks even better on the Porsche boxster platform. Guess that's a testament to his craftsmanship. It just works

[@rudimerm7686]

Well said. He found the ideal fit.

[@CGSurge]

the passion just oozing out of this man. I love that he chased his dream. thanks for the inspiration, homie!!

[@Nibiru420]

Was born in the 80s and I remember this movie. I loved it so much because I was always into cars and this car was so bad ass.

[@obsidian00]

That car is EVERYTHING. Till this day there isn’t another movie car that comes close!

[@trudeausmagiclamp1472]

One of my all time favorite movies. You got to drive a legend, and the man who built it is a legend as well. Thank you for this video.

[@NEprimo]

The owner is a huge dork, but you can absolutely tell his passion for the car and the love he put into it, can't fault him for that. Awesome car

[@ArtVandelayOfficial]

Dorks can be happy in their own little world Beats being miserable

[@mjtch]

Well put 😂

[@CalzoneOP]

Why cant I unsee that the roof line looks just like the lines from the cyber truck. Super cool looking car

[@TheRealAlpha2]

I'm amazed more people haven't tried to replicate this car, but also kinda thankful because it adds to the uniqueness and one of a kind nature that there aren't a bunch of poorly made ones.

[@eddiethetruhead]

Awesome build Buddy.👏🏼 The Wraith and No Man’s Land are two of my absolute fav 80s films.🎥👍🏼 Always loved the Interceptor too. What a beauty. Thanks for sharing.

[@conchobar]

Looking at the thumbnail, I thought someone got their hands on the actual concept car. What an amazing job.

[@DarkraiDiety]

This is awesome. I didn't know there was a company that actually replicated the wraith car. I've been waiting years for this.

[@barrykehoe996]

Legend has it the engine cover is still opening

[@7Logik]

He took the words right out of my mouth about the srt4 engine . Exactly what should go in it with a big turbo , considering the original was a 2.2 twin. The 2.4 turbo would be insane and sound incredible

[@48Boxer]

Yeah definitely needs the whine of a turbo

[@GNXperimental]

A turboed Honda K24 would be a smart choice for reliability

[@EddieFly00]

The SRT4 engine would be a much wiser choice, considering the brand it’s coming from. But that’s if you’re a partial-purist like me. 😅

[@hitmixhyepock9405]

​@EddieFly00 that engine isn't very reliable though.

[@7Logik]

@@hitmixhyepock9405 actually it is very reliable , like everything else tuning is key the block is good for 400-500lb ft torque easily

[@emmanuellopez5037]

"Damn this shits got some kick!!" " we're gonna beat that guy like a red headed step-child!!"😆😆😆 CLASSIC!!!

[@TerraFilmTV]

One of my all time favorite movies. My father and I would watch it over and over. RIP Pop

[@mohammadsattar5488]

The things some people can build and build them beautifully is honestly stunning and this is absolutely one of them. I was also immediately reminded of the Jaag but was surprised that the Jaag was influenced by this and I have to mention two things, one is that interior is very, very well done and two that colour I amazing

[@mrch33sehed93]

Oh man...that is my childhood dream car. ❤

[@brq4cars]

Looks like a retro futuristic car, very cool and beautiful design

[@seanwilks7712]

There’s literally a retro, Hollywood film starring this car as a futuristic car!..it’s amazing.

[@esp0135]

That car was so badass back then. I remember watching that movie and wishing I had that car.

[@Vikingcat01]

WOW completely unthinkable !Who would have thought after all these years after us all watching the film we would actually witness this . The two most legendary iconic cars in 80s movie history / Back to the Futures Delorean , And The Wraiths PPG Pace Interceptor .

[@GRAFHC]

VERY impressive build here.

[@AndreThompson925]

Man the noises when that car goes over bumps *ouch* but the build is really cool.

[@Yourmission9]

Beautifully done job! If you told me it was from the factory I would’ve believed you. Most kit style cars/home builds have tell tail signs and it’s always with the wheel well/wheel size that doesn’t have the appropriate measurements. This looks perfect

[@jmer3536]

I loved that car as a kid growing up. Still do

[@patricklinkous]

I saw the Porsche interior in the thumbnail and thought it was some sort of joke. What a cool car! Very glad I was wrong.

[@oliverrey7741]

I must say that the big boys must be hating on you brother! Wow… what a machine. You just brought the movie back to life. A true amazing creation!

[@tobiasschenkel5760]

Man the level of craftsmanship shown here is absolutely insane. That car looks incredible and the exterior and that Porsche interior mixed with the Audi seats go so well together. Amazing!

[@GamesGunsAndGuitar]

I cannot believe that this is a custom built replica. It legit looks like it rolled out of the factory; props to this guy!!! Looks exactly like the one in the movie, so cool

[@carsinruin6102]

The build quality is amazing

[@carsinruin6102]

@@WonTooForAte9 you can here the roughness in the POV but that doesn’t take away from its quality because it wasn’t built to be a comfortable daily. You have to judge vehicles based upon the intent of their build not for missing the mark on things it was never intended to accomplish.

[@airassault11]

I felt every bump in the road.

[@airassault11]

@@WonTooForAte9 😆

[@pgmurray76]

Greatest TV movie ever made. A perfect time for a car like this. Loved seeing the Mopar valve cover in the open hood scene. Forget 'V' and the creepy rubber skin covered lizards! Charlie Sheen! It is on KZbin right now - with ads which is cool since it will make it feel like seeing it the first time.

[@AyaxRo]

What a great story. Thanks to the owner and thanks to the channel for sharing. The Wraith was definitely unique and is legendary

[@AdamAus85]

I only saw the movie about a year ago, but as a car guy instantly knew I was watching a classic. The car is awesome and kudos to this guy for bringing it to life.

[@CPMUNSEY]

“You lose the race,you lose your car!!” Love that movie and car ever since first seeing it as a kid back in the 80’s!👌🏽🔥🔥

[@constantinelheman]

I remember the film, and I think this looks heaps better. Awesome!

[@boleslawthegreat]

I'm almost 5 mins in and I feel the passion and the connection to the times of my childhood - my older brother played me this movie on VHS in Poland :) It's amazing that you two met - almost like a prayer of all the fans of this classic made it happen - hard to believe this piece was made only 6 months ago - like almost 40 years after the movie???!?!?!?! Crazy stuff, like we live in a world that self realizes... 1:47 says it all - and let's appreciate the birds chirping in da background

[@SuperDalite]

This guy built his dream car. So happy and proud of this guy.

[@cstraley]

As someone who was also a teenager in the 80's I love it!

[@marksman4004]

I remember when the wraith came out. Best 80s car movie ever at the time.

[@paullawrence6606]

The original car was made to be aerodynamic to test a concept turbo 4 cylinder that was very powerful back in the early 80's.

[@malbers35]

Thanks Captain Obvious!

[@WowCreativeUsername]

@@malbers35 At no point would just looking at the car give this fact so thank you Captain Dumbass.

[@JoshCP527]

ford head the ultimate hybrid till they got Lotus and Maserati to make heads.

[@davekennedy6315]

What an incredible build, the attention to detail is staggering! I used to love The Wraith when i was a youngster.

[@bc8683]

Wraith was one of my favorite movies as a kid!!! Glad this car exists!!!

[@maxmoller]

Love the build. Beautifully done. On a sidenote. When he mentioned the door handles. That VERY american pronounciation of "Ahrston Martin" totally made me giggle. 😁

[@PRod7544]

Ever since I was a child I always dreamed of owning a Turbo Interceptor after seeing The Wraith movie! I would be one happy man if I could have that in my garage! 🤩

[@Deetroiter]

I love how it looks like an old 80s futuristic car…but it still looks futuristic beyond 2023. That’s not an easy thing to do, to look dated and still futuristic. What a beautiful build. I always tease about Chrysler transmissions being atrocious, but I’ll be the first to say they’ve always been the brand out of the big 3 that pushed the envelope in their products (Omni GLH, neon SRT 4, Ram TRX, etc). They never forgot the performance part (except for the k car lol)

[@garrettsmith2654]

I would love to see him drive the 6000 SUX from Robocop. That'll be fantastic!

[@jimbojones7044]

What a dream!! That thing is amazing I’ve always loved that movie and that car

[@AnnatarTheMaia]

This is very well done; kudos to making it look like it came from a factory. That shows real attention to detail. The car enthusiast world needs more people like the vehicle owner here.

[@justinforrest1613]

Just watched the movie. I can see why a little kid would love this. I was obsessed with the Dodge Viper as a kid

[@Graves-81_69]

That’s really cool because I’ve never seen anyone recreate the Wraith car. I almost pissed myself when I found the movie on DVD because I rarely ever met anyone who knew what the Wraith was. I knew the car was a prototype but I never knew what it was based on. I always thought the Jaguar XJ220 looked similar and as a teenager in the 90s I had an XJ220 poster on my wall

[@seanwilks7712]

Lol, I found the dvd on eBay about 17 years ago and I’ve held onto it ever since!

[@imranshariff9335]

I love both cars too

[@kylereese4822]

Google Metro 6R4 it`s engine was later fitted in the XJ220...

[@Graves-81_69]

@@kylereese4822 awesome thank you

[@Emilthehun]

Wow this is dream car right here! Minus the porsche engine. Looks beautiful

[@richg7078]

Omg!! This guy is my hero PPG pace. Interceptor turbo is my dream car. I cannot believe somebody actually built it!!!😮👍👍

[@_BAD_MERC_]

Jesus that is incredible!! Respect for the engineering foresight to make this usable and practical.

[@chrisdooley1184]

This guy obviously has mad fabrication skills. In no way does it look like a custom kit car. I’m going to definitely subscribe to his channel.

[@srt4life330]

I have seen this movie so many times, seeing this drive around on this video makes me emotional, this car I have loved every since I first seen the movie, great job on the Interceptor!!

[@w4rg3rm]

When i seen that movie, that car became one of my favorite cars! He's right. The design is timeless. Gorgeous! I'm glad he followed his dreams. About 8 months ago, I achieved one of mine, and it's ❤.

[@enertron4976]

That is awesome, the Wraith is underrated

[@markthespark25]

Topher - help get this man a design studio! Would love to see him with modern art software and see his imagination take flight!

[@spicydragon3881]

*ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!!* I grew up with that movie, can't tell you how many times I've seen it. I've always been a car guy and built over 40 restorations/hot rods and this is BY FAR one of the best movie recreations I've EVER seen. BRAVO to the builder, his pride shows in his work and how he talks about it. Congratulations and can't wait to see what else he does.

[@MarkSchaub]

Great timing. Just watched the movie tonight and jumped on KZbin for more Wraith goodness and stumbled on your video 10 days after publishing. The passion is overwhelmingly evident. Respect.

[@Oliver0200]

Peoria, IL?!! No way. So cool it's been right under my nose the whole time.

[@McPh1741]

I’m 45. I have loved that movie since I was a kid. Along with having some awesome cars, it has an awesome soundtrack. My favorite song, Never Surrender by Lion.

[@QuestionEverything3]

Did not expect this level of quality. Nice dream and execution

[@kristopherbenner3730]

Just wanted to say that this car is a absolutely beautiful. He sounds like he is very proud of his car. Love the dash and sound of the car.

[@maikerumine]

Loved this car when I was a kid, love it still to this day. :)

[@Sakratic]

Jay showing off this build is incredible! He is proud of things like AC and windshield wipers. His all about future tech that exceeds nascar and F1 tech!!!! He's a perfect reminder to every, myself included that in the end, your success and happiness can only be judged by oneself and not others, with some additional reminders however. One must be fully committed to all your truths. lies, and delusions! That's not as easy as you think. Its one of the few reasons why I can respectfully tip my hat to Jay here but at the same time why, even if I was homeless right now, why I wouldn't be remotely tempted to trade lives with Jay, if it meant I had to walk on this planet like Jay over here, being ignorant as hell, with his ridiculous delusional thoughts that he has been feeding himself since the age of 5. That's commitment for sure! BTW, my apologies if I come off sounding obnoxious. This simply is just my candid reaction and how I see it. I guess I was triggered by his delusions haha!

[@jasonmoore3583]

Hold your water Oggie.. this guy's living the dream. Good job. Fully functional. I also have a soft spot for this specific character car. Jamie would be proud

[@rockyv9228]

I always loved that movie...and especially the car. This man is a true aficionado...amazing attention to detail. Thanks for this video.

[@b.shaffer2580]

This guy did a great job on that creation. 👏

[@fabiomocelin]

Esse carro marcou minha infância, a aparência futurista e o papel de protagonista de um vingador! Sempre quis ter um desses!

[@trucavalier]

It needs those see through rims. Flashback to my 90 TGP with that gold lace. Looks awesome.

[@Queso305]

This is some darn good quality craftsmanship! WOW

[@ray_s281]

Its a great styled car. Very IMSA 1980's GTP.

[@TheAutumnWind_RN4L]

I loved this car, as well as the Dodge Stealth/Mitsubishi 3000GT. They were both my dream cars in the 80s and 90s.

[@martinrps13]

I really love the clutch cover on the engine

[@ndizzle8069]

You can just hear in his voice how proud he is with his creation. Awesome video!

[@micahf0]

Such a great video topher, such a cool car and I really enjoyed hearing all he had to say about it.

[@JustAPersonWhoComments]

This car is like the lovechild of the DeLorean and a spaceship from the 80s

[@marl0nbrand01]

Kudos to this guy for a fanatical following up on a childhood dream.