From TV to Reality! Muskegon Man Builds Iconic ‘Simpsons’ Car

For over 30 years, The Simpsons has been a huge part of pop culture, entertaining people with its funny, quirky characters and smart take on everyday life. What started as short cartoon clips has become a worldwide favorite, influencing everything from TV to politics. D'oh...and now it seems cars too.

Tim Updyke of Muskegon must be a die-hard Simpsons fan or just a guy who likes unique bubblegum-colored cars. The real estate agent has created a perfect replica of that iconic Simpson family vehicle. Thanks to Tim's part-time mechanic skills, he was able to bring life a cartoon world right down to the smallest details, including antennas and dents à la Homer.

Updyke told FOX17 he loves bringing those iconic cars from TV and movies to life. This real-life Simpson's car is more than just a tribute; it's a fully functional vehicle with all the whimsical details you’d expect, right down to its cartoonish proportions and unmistakable design.

"If I can run them out to (comic) cons and, like, fundraisers and stuff like that, and kind of support the habit a little bit, like, I'm not in the business of making money doing it, per se; I get a lot of enjoyment with it", he said.

Famous cars and Udyke go hand in hand. He has created quite a few famous vehicles including one from Ghostbusters. 

"I have 2 actual movie cars from Fast 8 I have a few other personal non-movie cars, and a few projects in various stages. I’ve built the Batmobile, Fast and Furious Eclipse, the Jurassic Park vehicles", Updyke told us.

 

This isn't Updyke's first rodeo with the Simpson's car either. His first version of the Simpson mobile was sold, and this second version is also on its way out the door. Updyke told FOX17 he has worked out a deal with the Volo Car Museum in Illinois so everyone can enjoy a little bit of that Springfield vibe.

Take a look at the amazing real-life Simpson's car below, and check out more of TIm Updyke's creations here.