Faction Custom
Willard · Two-door lowrider
The Faction Custom is a classic lowrider that combines vintage style with modern customization options. Its sleek design and powerful engine make it a favorite among car enthusiasts in Los Santos.
Overview
The Faction Custom is a modified version of the standard Faction, featuring extensive customization options that transform it into a lowrider. It is manufactured by Willard and is renowned for its classic design and modern modifications.
This vehicle is part of the Lowriders update, which allows players to personalize their cars with unique features such as hydraulics, custom interiors, and intricate paint jobs. The Faction Custom stands out with its ability to be tailored to the player's style, making it a popular choice for car shows and street meets.
The Faction Custom is a symbol of the vibrant car culture in Los Santos, offering both aesthetic appeal and a nod to the classic muscle cars of the past.
Performance
The Faction Custom offers decent speed and acceleration for a muscle car, but its braking and traction are less impressive, making it best suited for cruising and show rather than racing.
Customization
The Faction Custom can be extensively modified at Benny's Original Motor Works, where players can transform it into a lowrider with numerous customization options.
Modification categories
- Engine upgrades
- Turbo
- Armor
- Wheels & tire smoke
- Body kits
- Window tint
- Xenon lights
- Custom plates
- Hydraulics
Paint
The Faction Custom offers a wide range of paint options, including classic colors and custom liveries, allowing players to create a truly unique look.
How to Obtain
The Faction Custom can be purchased and customized at Benny's Original Motor Works for a base price of $36,000. Players must first own a standard Faction and then upgrade it to the Custom variant.
Alternatively, players may find the standard Faction on the streets of Los Santos and bring it to Benny's for the conversion.
Real-World Counterpart
The Faction Custom is based on the Buick Regal, particularly the models from the late 1980s. Its design reflects the classic American muscle car aesthetic, with a focus on lowrider culture.
The vehicle's customization options are inspired by real-world lowrider modifications, including hydraulics and custom paint jobs, which are popular in car communities across the United States.
Notable Uses
- The Faction Custom is featured in the Lowriders update, which emphasizes car customization and culture.
- It is often used in car meets and shows organized by players within the game.
- The vehicle is a popular choice for players looking to showcase their creativity through custom designs.
- In missions, the Faction Custom can be used for its stylish appearance and moderate performance.
- It is favored by players who enjoy the aesthetic of classic muscle cars.
Trivia
- The Faction Custom is part of the Lowriders update, which introduced new customization options to GTA V.
- It is one of several vehicles that can be upgraded at Benny's Original Motor Works.
- The Faction Custom's design is heavily influenced by the Buick Regal, a popular choice for lowrider enthusiasts.
- The vehicle's hydraulics feature allows it to perform unique movements, such as bouncing and tilting.
- The Faction Custom's customization options include a wide range of liveries and interior designs.
- Players can equip the Faction Custom with powerful sound systems, enhancing its appeal at car shows.
- The vehicle's transformation from a standard Faction to a Custom variant is purely cosmetic, with performance upgrades available separately.
- The Faction Custom is a favorite among players who appreciate the blend of classic and modern car culture.
Variants & Related Muscle Cars
The Faction Custom can be further enhanced with a variety of in-game modifications and has several competitors in the muscle car class.
- Faction — The standard version of the Faction, which can be upgraded to the Custom variant at Benny's Original Motor Works.
- Faction Custom Donk — An extreme variant of the Faction Custom featuring raised suspension and oversized wheels, also available at Benny's.
- Dominator — A high-performance muscle car known for its speed and power, offering a different style within the same class.
- Dukes — A classic muscle car with a vintage design, popular among fans of traditional American muscle cars.