Photograph by Sam Murphy
WINDUP CAR
Mod a cute convertible with a big rotating key.
When my pickup truck broke down, a friend lent me her Geo Metro convertible for 2 weeks. Well, I’m a good-sized guy, and at first I felt a bit silly driving this tiny car, but I quickly fell in love with it. It’s easy to park, great on gas, and a blast to drive. I decided to buy my own, and I thought that if I’m willing to be seen driving this toy-sized car, why not go all the way and put a big windup key on the back?
I called my metal sculptor friend Paul LeDuc for his help and ideas, and we talked about the project. I knew I wanted ...
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