Garage Makes Twenty-Two 1966 Batmobiles For The Rich And Famous

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Garage Makes Twenty-Two 1966 Batmobiles For The Rich And Famous
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A BATMAN fanatic has forged a living building original 1966 BATMOBILE replicas. Mark Racop, 50, has been obsessed with the car since childhood and spent $250,000 researching and building moulds for the recreations. He and his team of ten staff at his shop, Fiberglass Freaks, work six days every week building the cars from the original television series. Mark said: “The 1966 Batmobile was very special to me because it was such an iconic design."
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@scotth6814 3 жыл бұрын

More than 50 years later, it's still the coolest car I've ever seen.

@maorange1 2 жыл бұрын

That is my dream car

@Enclave_Secret_Service 2 жыл бұрын

@@maorange1 same

@70snostalgia 2 жыл бұрын

Always will be.

@thebob01 Жыл бұрын

Agreed! I've always loved this version of the Batmobile the best. I hope to own one some day. If I ever win the lottery these guys will definitely be getting a call to build one for me!

@lillianroux2747 7 ай бұрын

Most definitely!

@notajp Жыл бұрын

Mark’s business is in our town. Really proud of what he’s accomplished.

@ibidesign Жыл бұрын

Good luck with that bogus charge from the San Mateo Sherriff's Dept ,Pastor! I hope the irony is that their 'case' ends up being the best publicity for you and your team that money cannot buy. Thanks for putting out such a fantastic, dreams-can-come-true product.

@AndyMangele 4 жыл бұрын

Money can't buy me love - but it could buy me a batmobile! ;)

@cuttersgoose 4 жыл бұрын

Making a living doing what you love, is the most genius part of this,,.. well done

@iamasmurf1122 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a whole lot of painfull work and does not pay off later in life and later you don’t love all the chemicals arthritis etc from creating cars ! I’m a mechanic and later on it starts getting to be very horrible on your body

@celticlion8357 4 жыл бұрын

You folks are FREAKIN' COOL!!!!! What a great way to make a living and make so many people relive their childhood with a car as SWEET as that!!!

@connorparsons2490 Жыл бұрын

im ganna honestly cry right now because the 1966 batman tv series was my favorite show back in 2010 when i never non stopped watching it

@JamesRendek 3 жыл бұрын

RIP Adam West. You will always be the most legit.

@dalethelander3781 3 жыл бұрын

The Bright Knight.

@ravisriram6746 3 жыл бұрын

I agree: Adam West was indeed the best Batman/Bruce Wayne.

@jefffrey6528 Жыл бұрын

Hands Down!!!...the absolute COOLEST CAR EVER!!!!

@davewanamaker3690 3 жыл бұрын

It is fantastic that someone is devoting their love of Batman to making sure the Batmobile will live on.

@heru-deshet359 Жыл бұрын

My all time favorite Bat mobile.

@heavenstomurgatroyd7033 4 жыл бұрын

"To the bat cave...." Thank you for preserving my youth!

@tommydifranco8980 7 жыл бұрын

Im swooning! - if i ever win the lottery- this will be my first purchase

@russellhowardjr.9894 6 жыл бұрын

Hell yes! Me too!

@peter-william 5 жыл бұрын

It's up there for me

@leebailey6181 5 жыл бұрын

Yes imagine going to register your vehicle at the DMV Year & Model : 1966 Batmobile. DMV clerk: "Really? Welp I thought registering a Delorean time machine would be the oddest but I was wrong."

@druiz127 4 жыл бұрын

Count me in👍🏼

@bradleyj.fortner2203 4 жыл бұрын

Ditto

@andrewmascolo3500 8 жыл бұрын

those Batmobiles look great you are an awesome person for building them

@novadiecastman5251 4 жыл бұрын

Yes , the world needs a guy like this, especially in the car world

@MrBlockice22 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah Mark and whomever was on the original design is a legend. That Batmobile was and always will be the most beautiful car!!!

@barryallenflash1 6 жыл бұрын

Even if you don't like Batman....you gotta love this car!!

@KrustyKlown 3 жыл бұрын

The BEST Batmobile EVER!!!

@gordongriggs4936 6 жыл бұрын

Best Bat mobile ever made !!!!

@johnvaldez8830 3 жыл бұрын

Hats off to you, brother! You've made a living doing what kids dream about! So happy for you and sharing this video. These cars look really great. I would be glad just to visit one of them.

@vettebecker1 7 жыл бұрын

By far the best looking Batmobile, great job!!

@richardprice5978 Жыл бұрын

i like the cartoons v12 or v16 pre-1950's styling one better but that's my 2C

@garybuchanan6062 4 жыл бұрын

Forget the car, I want one of those cool t-shirts!

@rustyblades3929 7 жыл бұрын

Absolutely perfect job!!.....I love people who have the guts to go for their dreams

@johnhandley6406 Жыл бұрын

I remember the batomobile coming to our local car dealership, KJ Motors in Orpington in the 60's. It was one of the fiberglass versions. The place was overwhelmed with kids. The organisers just didn't know what to do. I can remember them repeatedly calling over the PA "Children please keep off the batmobile". Needless to say no one took any notice. I just loved the car. Those perfect lines and colours are burnt into the mind of every kid of that era

@alrobvy 6 жыл бұрын

This car and the Aston Martin of Bond used to make me dream when i was a kid...❤

@Neil-Aspinall 4 жыл бұрын

I'm with you brother. Just recently I made Pop Art designs of both and have them on my wall.

@nelsona779 8 жыл бұрын

you guys do a great job with these cars rest in peace George Barris

@Locoman3801 3 жыл бұрын

Still 1 of the most "Iconic" cars from the 60's & into the 70's , I wish that I had the money to just buy 1 of these awesome re-creations from Barcroft as I've often wished that I could build 1 of these for myself.

@danwils4198 4 жыл бұрын

Omg when I was a kid I remember finding a small Batmobile in the Australia bush l was so happy 😀 just like l was watching this 😊

@dr.ofdubiouswisdom4189 3 жыл бұрын

Somehow... knowing this - makes me happy.

@stevemercury68 4 жыл бұрын

I saw the original Batmobile with my Father in SF at their annual car show in 66? 67?, something like that and I stood there as a kid of 10 looking at that as much as the Astin Martin used in the Goldfinger. Anyway, I build custom things too and tip my hat to the creators of this very nostalgic custom Batmobile! If I attain wealth I'll get one.

@definitionofinsanity161 3 жыл бұрын

I still think this was the best Batmobile in film and tv Batman history.

@andym209 3 жыл бұрын

Favourite batmobile awesome job keep building them

@ezrabrooks12 7 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Cars!!! The 66 Batmobile is my FAVORITE.

@rustyblades3929 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah the 66' Batmobile is the best followed by the 89' one with Michael Keaton

@justincase2281 3 жыл бұрын

It's the coolest car ever built!!!

@bgmeadows6085 5 жыл бұрын

How wonderful it must be to have a job you love AND that makes people happy.

@kitt2000car 3 жыл бұрын

Way back in 1997. Our local auto trader magazine had one of these on the front page for weeks. The price ten grand. Somebody got the deal of the centuary.

@patrick9761 5 жыл бұрын

you and your wife are legends.. much love from Australia and NZ and especially Tasmania!

@robertspruill984 Жыл бұрын

I love the batmobile and know of your work sorry to see one bad apple give you grief hope everything works out very good work

@chasethespongeking395 2 жыл бұрын

Holy replica Batman!

@markbaylor3101 Жыл бұрын

I've been watching the news videos of some rich dude trying to have his cop buddy in California trying to have this guy charged.

@no_handle_required 5 жыл бұрын

Still my favorite version.

@vettebecker1 3 жыл бұрын

I only need one!!!!!

@shadowfilm7980 3 жыл бұрын

Really cool! Love this Batmobile! Always have. Watched the TV series as a kid. Nice work!

@randybock82 6 жыл бұрын

to the batpoles Robin. We haven't a moment to lose!!

@Neil-Aspinall 4 жыл бұрын

When the cash comes in count my pre order now.

@tomjones2348 4 жыл бұрын

I actually saw one of these today, parked. The owner was playing baseball on a field nearby. Just stunning see one of these just sitting there. I suspect had every option available. It was spotless too.

@robertortiz8540 4 жыл бұрын

Nice BatMobiles I want one for Christmas.

@edkline2042 Жыл бұрын

What a classic piece of artistic reproduction! I watched the very first episode all the way through the series end and still do occasionally to this day. Camp at its finest but this car is the real deal.

@enrikemurillo3551 4 жыл бұрын

congrats on your wonderful built I was 9 back then and still love the original Batman ,, I,m a body man painter and restorer and it gives me such a great feeling to know that there is craftstmen out there like you .

@ronnietyree8316 3 ай бұрын

Definitely on my bucket list. If I ever get rich I'm having one made.coolest car ever.made from ford Futura.

@valkeri_ 8 жыл бұрын

DC and WB NEED to make this manufactured. This dude is so awesome.

@AvengerII 4 жыл бұрын

Uh, DC/Warner Bros doesn't own this design. The production company that made the 1966 Batman TV series NEVER owned the car, either. It was leased to them by Barris himself. It's a Barris copyrighted design. Unless his company goes the okay, NOBODY can make this car let alone make model kits and toys of it. It was only a few years before Mr. Barris died that he finally let them produce model kits and toys of it again.

@daneperry8025 4 жыл бұрын

Great job making such a cool car,the batmobile is such a well remembered icon from the 60s but looks at home today.

@lancejasper7708 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome love the cars being replicated so very well

@redkos 4 жыл бұрын

Does it come with a replica of Julie Newmar? If so, I'm sold!

@andrewd7586 4 жыл бұрын

You can get the car, I’ll “settle” for Julie Newmar!😍 I didn’t realise back in 1966/7 here in Australia at age 5, she was probably my first crush🤭 Then I didn’t know what that was but oh boy even on the reruns & I’m in my late 50’s yep she’s still my crush. In an entirely different way. Julie would have to rate as one of the top sex sirens in history! Meow meow 😻

@superbmediacontentcreator 4 жыл бұрын

I'm with you!

@hardworker5588 4 жыл бұрын

Give me Yvonne Craig and this awesome Batmobile and I'm in heaven.

@andrewd7586 4 жыл бұрын

HARD WORKER Yes she was bloody gorgeous too!😍 How about then a Bat/Cat fight?...😉 Then again I think they did! But off screen... 🦇 🐈 😂

@creative-anon-ca______4560 4 жыл бұрын

Superb Media Content Creator I Think we can do that. I Think Women will Line up To Be Julia newmar replicas. And be a Part of a batman car fantasy .

@jamestaylor2237 6 жыл бұрын

Wow , Beautiful Work !!!

@swf4841 4 жыл бұрын

I think this is the coolest thing I have ever seen .

@125southernnh2 5 жыл бұрын

Batman debuted on my 5th birthday! Been a fan ever since...

@raymondpetrovits2336 3 жыл бұрын

They say if you do something you love you never spend a day at work. Looks like Fiberglass Freaks have the right formula. Love that Batmobile

@rebelbatdave5993 Жыл бұрын

BATTASTICLY REBELICIOUS! THANKS!

@rizmirza1829 3 жыл бұрын

What an amazing thing that you do. Such an iconic car and your a craftsman. Brilliant stuff.

@thisolddog2259 3 жыл бұрын

Greatest customer car ever made

@joelgalvan8358 3 жыл бұрын

Simply, an icon of icons. Fantastic replcation.

@bobkatfan2013 Жыл бұрын

Bonkers in the news recently.

@LoveLife-xy9ir 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Incredible. Im watching the series propper now and Im 38. I saw some when I was a kid at my nans.

@shadowbanned5164 4 жыл бұрын

I remember when I was a nipper and Mum used to ask me to do chores when Dad was at work...My answer was always ...NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA BATMAN!

@bicyclist2 3 жыл бұрын

This is so very Cool. There's a guy in my city who has the world's only turbine powered Batmobile. It's the same as the one featured in the 1989 Batman movie. Thanks.

@Autoshowtelevision 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome! This is the Batmobile I would love to own one day. Now to find an extra $100k to pay for it.

@SNORKYMEDIA 7 жыл бұрын

not bad considering the original sold for 4.2 million bucks

@ianwichkan3529 6 жыл бұрын

Whatever u won’t get one of those for 4.2 million dollars 🤣

@Gdkit. 6 жыл бұрын

AutoshowTelevision haha

@robertgoidel 6 жыл бұрын

I think his cars go for $350K to $500K. They are custom made

@mikek4040 4 жыл бұрын

@@ianwichkan3529 the original might go up for sale for 1 million.

@northboundvideo9711 7 жыл бұрын

amazing work and as everyone else said , I'd love to own one too!!

@jbj27406 3 жыл бұрын

Truly an immaculate execution of the marque. Well done.

@pattykuvshin 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful ride

@QuantumOfSolace1 6 жыл бұрын

Fabulous!!!

@billiebob123456 6 жыл бұрын

WOW BRO JUST WOW !!! ITS AMAZINGLY ACCURATE

@Playitstraight44 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing

@jameswallace5967 6 жыл бұрын

Simply amazing!

@travishoovestol3938 6 жыл бұрын

If I was a millionaire I would totally buy one. I still have my original 1966 batmobile toy but lost batman and robin years ago.

@earthlingjohn 3 жыл бұрын

Have you checked the Bat Cave ?

@partylee007 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I love it! I grew up watching the Batman series on TV as a kid. These cars look like the original. Keep up the good work. We need more Batmobiles in the world.😄👍

@kinggucci6742 3 жыл бұрын

Literally just drove past one of these over in Satellite Beach, Florida Brevard county and that’s how I find myself here

@ChrisSmith-bw1nt 4 жыл бұрын

This is my favourite Batmoblile (60's)kid. The tumbler is the other. I would definatley dress as Batman driving this!

@pauldavisschlichting3726 3 жыл бұрын

My dream car!

@johneaton25 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! Thanks for making some very rich people very happy! 😆

@josepharcher9620 7 жыл бұрын

Super Awesome!!

@martinwickenden4474 7 жыл бұрын

Joseph Archer to

@AllenManor 6 жыл бұрын

This sort of thing is what makes the USA great. I'm not kidding.

@baclink1 5 жыл бұрын

This is the sort of things that make me love the USA.

@anthonydavis4829 4 жыл бұрын

Still the best looking Batmobile. That body's addictive. Signing up for 12 step program.

@SERGIO-cr6uy 4 жыл бұрын

One word: Awesome

@ignatiusjk 5 жыл бұрын

I would LOVE!!!!!!!! to have one of these.

@stevensiferd7104 Жыл бұрын

For a crazy 2022 story involving this guy, search the words "San Mateo sheriff batmobile."

@ChewbaccaBob1977 3 жыл бұрын

“BRILLIANT” well done to all 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇺🇸🇬🇧🇨🇦

@michaeldamico9592 3 жыл бұрын

JUST AWESOME....!!! My favorite car in the whole world....!!! I wish I could afford one...!! I did auto body repair for 15 yrs Restored a few cars all for costumers Including a 63 convertible corvette... so I know fiberglass... if you need another worker.... I would love to join your bat mobile team....!!! 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 GREAT JOB TEAM....!!!

@JJP316 Жыл бұрын

--Atomic batteries to power. Turbines to speed. --Roger. Ready to roll out.

@luisantoniomarrega1120 4 жыл бұрын

O Batmovel continua sendo fantástico até hoje. Abraço Rio de Janeiro Brazil

@AFV85 5 ай бұрын

I'm 3D printings a high detailed 1.6 scale of it just now all resin printed 12k and 8k parts its beautiful i also have the most highly accurate adam west and bust ward cad designs that ive printed in 1.6 to go with it for the ultimate diorama! Things going to be massive!

@apollo-so5yj 3 жыл бұрын

Once I win the lottery, which I expect any day now, I will be buying one of these.

@MrBlockice22 5 жыл бұрын

This dude is a genius!! Damn I wish I could get that car!! Its the damn best!! Between the Batmobile and The Delorean (back to the future car) yeah thats whats up!!