Chino Custom
Vapid · Two-door muscle car
The Chino Custom is a classic muscle car with a modern twist, offering both style and performance. It stands out with its vintage design and customizable features, making it a favorite among car enthusiasts in Los Santos.
Overview
The Chino Custom is a modified version of the classic Chino, adding a touch of modern flair to the traditional muscle car design. It is manufactured by Vapid, known for their robust and stylish vehicles.
This car is a popular choice for players who appreciate both aesthetics and performance. The Chino Custom features a sleek body with customizable options that allow players to personalize their ride to their liking.
While it may not be the fastest muscle car in Los Santos, its unique style and customization potential make it a standout choice for those looking to make a statement.
Performance
The Chino Custom offers a balanced performance for a muscle car, with good traction and a moderate top speed, making it suitable for cruising around the city.
Customization
The Chino Custom can be extensively modified at Benny's Original Motor Works, offering a variety of customization options to enhance both its performance and appearance.
Modification categories
- Engine upgrades
- Turbo
- Armor
- Wheels & tire smoke
- Body kits
- Window tint
- Xenon lights
- Custom plates
Paint
The Chino Custom offers a wide range of paint options, allowing players to choose from classic colors to more vibrant, eye-catching hues.
How to Obtain
The Chino Custom can be purchased from Benny's Original Motor Works for $225,000 after upgrading a standard Chino.
Players can also find the base Chino model in various locations around Los Santos and upgrade it to the Custom version.
Real-World Counterpart
The Chino Custom is heavily inspired by classic American muscle cars from the 1960s and 1970s, particularly the Lincoln Continental Mark III and the Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Notable Uses
- The Chino Custom is often seen in the hands of gang members around Los Santos, showcasing its popularity among the city's underground.
- It is featured in the mission 'Lowriders' where players can customize and showcase their vehicles.
- The Chino Custom is a popular choice for car meets due to its classic design and customization potential.
Trivia
- The Chino Custom is an upgraded version of the standard Chino, available exclusively at Benny's Original Motor Works.
- It was added to Grand Theft Auto V as part of the Lowriders update.
- The vehicle features hydraulics, allowing it to perform unique movements and stunts.
- The Chino Custom's design includes elements reminiscent of classic lowriders, popular in car culture.
- It is one of the few vehicles in the game that allows for extensive interior customization.
- The car's name, 'Chino', is a nod to its vintage American roots.
Variants & Related Muscle Cars
The Chino Custom has several in-game variants and competitors in the muscle car class.
- Chino — The base model of the Chino, which can be upgraded to the Chino Custom at Benny's Original Motor Works.
- Dominator — A high-performance muscle car known for its speed and power.
- Gauntlet — Another classic muscle car with a strong presence and robust performance.
- Dukes — A vintage muscle car with a rugged design and powerful engine.
