# Operationally Transformed Toy Cars The Little Tikes' Cozy Coupe is Turned into the ToyTown Coupe By Jennifer Paul | Published 2014-02-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toytown-coupe References: [huffingtonpost](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/02/11/adult-little-tikes-car_n_4763111.html?ir=Technology) & [attitudeautos](http://www.attitudeautos.com/) The ToyTown Coupe is going to be on every child's wish list this Christmas. We all wanted a [Little Tikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-friendly-motorized-boats)' Cozy Coupe to drive around in the summer with. I know it was on my wish list as a child. Who could forget the red plastic, yellow-roofed model car that drove around every sidewalk by young children everywhere? The toy car has been transformed into a [street legal vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-ev), thanks to some mechanics. The best part about this transformation is that the car may help to raise money for charity. John Bitmead is a mechanic in Oxfordshire, England. He spent about $6,600 to refurbish this toy vehicle. After 1,000 hours and five months he had created a masterpiece. The toy car now runs off unleaded gasoline and it can go 0 to 60 MPH in about seven seconds. This is definitely an upgrade from the foot pedal. John got some help from friends and family to create this one-of-a-kind toy car. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transformation of Toy Cars:** The conversion of traditional toy cars into street legal vehicles presents opportunities for innovative and customized toy experiences. - **Refurbished Toy Vehicles:** The refurbishment of classic toy cars with modern technology opens up a market for high-performance and eco-friendly toy options. - **Charitable Toy Cars:** The use of transformed toy cars to raise money for charity combines play and philanthropy, creating a socially impactful business model. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can explore the potential of transforming traditional toy cars into upgraded, customizable, and eco-friendly versions to offer unique and advanced play experiences. - **Mechanical Engineering:** Mechanical engineers can leverage their expertise to refurbish classic toy cars with modern technology, enhancing their performance and eco-friendliness. - **Charity and Fundraising:** Charitable organizations can partner with toy car enthusiasts to create customized and transformed toy cars that can be auctioned or rented to raise funds for worthy causes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Life-Sized Electric Toy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-one-max.md) - [Transforming Racetrack Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/racetrack-toy.md) - [Old-Fashioned Kiddy Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-bugatti-ii-carbon-edition.md) - [Child-Centric Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-cars.md) - [Baby-Friendly Motorized Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-friendly-motorized-boats.md) - [Minimalist SUV-Inspired Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-rover-icon-model-01.md) - [Automotive Brand Decor Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-cameo.md) - [Opulent Off-Road Kids Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-unimog-kids-car.md) - [Technical Education Car Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocar.md)