According to the description for this eBay auction, a doctor in California took a 1973 GT Opel and converted it into a Batmobile to bring to the hospital for kids.

When his batmobile made the local newspaper, SONY decided to take the car one step further and outfit it with enough top of the line electronics to make the space shuttle look like a toy.

Here are the specs:

• SONY Digital Navigation System #NVX-F160
• SONY Pre-Amp XDP-U50D
• SONY Magic Link System with pager. This is the original vehicle PDA system before there were PDAs. Google Sony Magic Link System to get an idea. I do not know how to use it but it is there. I think you send emails, messaging, etc.
• SONY Magic Link SkyTel Card
• SONY 10 Disk CD Changer CDX-U404
• SONY Hi-8 VCR
• Pioneer CD player DEH-85 in the dash….comes with the batman theme on cd!
• Alpine Bat Phone #91530
• Pro Series Boston Acoustic Kicker Box #6-2 with bat decals inside clear plexiglass
• Rockford Fossgate Puch 45 Amp
• Super Nintendo NES Game system with Batman Forever game…….yes, a game system that plays batman!
• SONY Interface Equalizer #XE-744
• Alpine 80-80 Remote Commander RMX 38 (something to do with the alarm I think)
• Alpine Alarm 8401 with paging system, unlocks and opens doors, windows…It will take you a full day just to learn the alarm system.

Visit eBay for more Opel Batmobile photos and info (the bidding ended at $9,000).

(Jalopnik via Gizmodo)

Fans of the 80s action adventure television series “The A-Team” can now get their hands on a radio-controlled model of the vehicle used by Hannibal, B. A. Baracus and the rest of the crew.

Get to grips with the twin toggle transmitter and you’ll soon be whizzing around shouting ‘I pity the fool!’ as you attempt to outrun the imaginary forces of Colonel Decker.

With its characteristic red stripe and fabulously pointless rooftop spoiler, the A-Team R/C Van is more than a souped-up mercenary mobile; it’s an icon of vehicular pop culture.

The fully-licensed The A-Team R/C Van is available from the firebox.com website for £29.95 (about $59 USD).

The ScanGauge II Automotive Computer is an easy to install car device that will provide you with a set of digital gauges, a comprehensive trip computer, and an engine trouble code scan tool.

The digital gauges mode displays four different properties on the screen (for example, fuel economy, battery voltage, coolant temperature, and engine speed). The trip computer tracks your vehicle’s maximum speed, average speed, driving time, driving distance, trip fuel economy and several other pieces of trip data. The engine trouble code scan tool lets you read standard engine trouble codes as well as clear the “check engine” light and other warning lamps.

The ScanGauge II is simple to use and install and mounts in, on or below the dash. It plugs into the diagnostic OBD-II connector found under the dash on 1996 and newer cars and light trucks. The functions are accessed viaa simple on-screen menu interface. There is an automatic delayed power-down after engine shutoff and automatic power-up when engine is started. User and vehicle settings are automatically saved.

Features:

• Reads engine trouble codes and can reset the “check engine” light
• Trip computer that automatically tracks various elements of trip data
• Expanded digital gauges (fuel economy, battery voltage, coolant temp., etc.)
• No tools needed to install – plugs into the OBD-II diagnostic connector
• Simple menu driven operation
• User-settable backlight color and brightness – 126 possible color/brightness settings
• Batteries not required
• Dimensions: 4.8W x 1.5H x 1D inches
• Connector cord length: 6 feet
• User adjustable contrast and update rate (slow, normal and fast)
• Big display – 50% larger than the original ScanGauge
• Cable detachable – can be connected on the back or side – RJ45 connection

The ScanGauge II Automotive Computer is available from ThinkGeek for $159.99 and will work on the following vehicles.

This yellow rechargeable radio-controlled Hummer H3, officially licensed by General Motors, is a perfect scale 1:20 model of the luxurious SUV.

Features:

• Full function radio control series
• Full Function Remote Controller (6 Ways Controls)
• Functions: Decoration, Collectable, Home and Office Fun
• Rechargeable batteries for Hummer H3 (included)
• Required 2 pieces AA batteries for remote control (included)

The Rechargeable R/C Hummer H3 is yours for $46 from Toys Brando.

If Nigel “This one goes to 11” Tufnel from Spinal Tap would ever hack a Segway, maybe the end result would look something like this:

Watch the video clip above or head over to YouTube. Unfortunately, there is no information about who has created this 14-wheel Segway.

(Hacked Gadgets via Coolest Gadgets)

This radio controlled tank fires 6mm BB bullets up to 30 meters (33 yards) and runs on land and in the water, giving you twice the R/C fun for the price of one. Simply push a button and you will transform the toy from a speedy powerboat to an armored tank.

With the ability to safely drive across land and water there is now almost nowhere you can’t go. The tank has also been fitted with a forward facing turret that fires 6mm BB bullets up to 30 metres. The left and right wheels are controlled separately giving greater speed and the ability to turn 360° quickly. At the front are two LED headlights for night assaults and a red light mounted above the turret gives a short warning before firing.

Not only is this the greatest remote controlled fighting machine but it can also carry 4 standard cans on it’s back. So when your friends need drink supplies, whether it be in the garden, the pool or the ocean, you can deliver them in style.

Features:

• Transforms from Powerboat to Tank
• Fires 6mm BB Bullets
• 4 wheel drive
• 360° spins

The Amphibious R/C Tank measures 140(H) x 245(L) x 200(W) mm and is available from drinkstuff.com for £39.99 (about $81 USD).

This radio controlled amphibious vehicle runs on land and in the water, giving you a double amount of R/C fun for the price of one.

It features a cool metallic finish and it is equipped with 4 wheel drive and fully working headlights. And for what it’s worth, the product has won the Dr. Toy Best Vacation Toy and the Oppenheim Gold Award.

The Remote Control Morphibian Land Shark measures 7.25(L) x 5.5(W) x 5.5(H) inches and requires 2 x AAA batteries plus 3 x AA batteries. It’s available from the Discovery Channel Store for $24.95.

A Start Trek chandelier hanging from the ceiling and the Enterprise telephone on your desk, but still having a hard time getting your Trekkie message across? No problem, the solution is out there.

Replace your existing vehicle horn with the Wolo 485 Star Trek Air Horn and you will have 5 air trumpets playing the most easily recognized notes of the “Star Trek” song at the touch of a button, and with 118 decibels of power.

Electronic compressor wires directory to your vehicle’s battery to replace your existing horn, no air tank or valve needed. Set includes a heavy duty 12 volt maintenance free compressor and impact-resistant durable plastic trumpets, tubing, relay, mounting hardware and instructions. Easy to install. Powered through your vehicle’s 12 volt cigarette lighter.

The Wolo 485 Star Trek Air Horn ($71) is available from Amazon.

Tired of all those tiny radio controlled helicopters and planes that have become so popular lately? Want to try out something bigger? Here’s your chance.

This black and red 1:6 scale Hummer H3 with chrome details will certainly stand out from the crowd with its impressive 30 inches in length.

Here’s a video demonstration of the toy in action:

The vehicle features functioning headlights, tail lights and signals along with realistic engine sounds. A full function radio transmitter controls forward / reverse driving and left / right steering and features a 4 band frequency switch for multi-player racing.

The 1:6 R/C FF Hummer H3 is available for $80 from Kmart.com.

This damaged and abandoned AT-AT (All Terrain Armored Transport), the four-legged transport and combat vehicle from Star Wars, was the winner in a recent model “wreck” contest held by Starship Modeler.

The 1/32 scale AT-AT was created by scratch modeler Dimitri Kaliviotis.

This entry is a heavily modified ATATRON kit. The ATATRON kit is a garage kit which is not commercially available but a few models have been made over the years. I managed to get hold of one because I was commissioned to put some finishing touches on the prototype model and to make the molds for it, so later I was given one of the castings as a “bonus gift”. However the ATATRON I got was one containing mostly reject cast pieces. So Instead of repairing the reject/miscasts I decided to use those imperfections in my favor.

(The Official Star Wars Blog via Nerdcore)

Sometimes you really wish you were living a bit outside the city center, like when reading about cool toys on wheels such as this little beauty.

The Pilot 250 is powered by a 250cc liquid-cooled engine that provides a top speed of 46 mph (74 kmh) and a “consistent power and high torque, providing the perfect combination of high performance and outstanding features”.

The fully independent front and rear dual a-arm suspension with sharp handling ensures a smooth comfortable ride.

Features:

• Headlights with Hi-Lo beams
• Speedometer, Odometer and Tachometer
• Horn, 12v power plug
• Turn signals and Brake light
• Center rear view mirror
• Sealed battery with larger capacity
• Large 4-gallon gas tank with roll over protection
• All wheel fenders
• 2″ rear trailer hitch receiver
• Cast ductile iron rear knuckles with sealed bearings
• Bucket seats w/headrests
• Automotive grade paint finish & UV protection
• Tool kit
• Dimensions: 90″L x 62″W x 63″H
• Dry weight: Approximately 650 lbs.

The A.C.E. Sports Pilot 250cc Off-Road Performance Go Kart is available at Costco and will set you back $4,200.

Have a look at these cool Custom Segways by SegwayJunkyard.com. Featured above is the NightRider (left) and one built for the LG company.

In addition to being a Full Service Segway Dealership, we are Segway Enthusiasts and Segway riders. We know what works and what doesn’t. We bench-test all of our custom Segway parts before we put them into our stores. Our goal is to develop safe, unique products to redefine your Segway experience. We are open to suggestions and will customize parts to fit your needs.

(Via The Red Ferret Journal)