Runge Veleno :: How It Was Made

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In this video we explore the history of the Runge Veleno and what went into making the scratch built Coachwork. The car began life as a Dodge Viper and in the Runge Workshop, was transformed into the polished aluminum Veleno Design.
#widebody #TigWelding #viper #srt10 #polishing
'0:00' Intro
'1:50' Viper History
'2:50' Euro Design on American Power
'3:37' Why I Chose The Viper
'4:10' Veleno Design On The Viper
'5:20' Failed CAD Attempt
'5:48' Building The Tube Buck
'6:55' Skinning The Car
'8:27' Interior Design
'9:15' Making A Gated Shifter
'10:00' Installing Toggle Switches
'10:18' Converting to Bluetooth Head Unit
'10:37' Shaping Foam Seats
'11:35' First Drive
'12:15' The Light At The End Of The Tunnel
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@allenmarc7221 Жыл бұрын

where did you learn metalworking?

Жыл бұрын

Hi Allen, I am self taught. Last month we did a video that showed how I got into this: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/armWgNCola2yhn0.html

@brentdobson5264 Жыл бұрын

These cars look better than other cars .

@bernardmauge8613 Жыл бұрын

@ It shows in your welds.

@chrisallen2005 11 ай бұрын

@@bernardmauge8613 Where is the video of your welding so we can compare the two?

@robertpalmer3166 8 ай бұрын

I'll bet your hand built cars look awesome!@@bernardmauge8613

@RacerX888 Жыл бұрын

Depending on the angle, you see lines from an Aston Martin, Jaguar and even a Daytona coupe. Absolutely beautiful workmanship and design.

@zacht9447 Жыл бұрын

Daytona coupe makes a lot of sense as the viper has some heavy daytona coupe inspirations to begin with

@cowarddonnie-ji5yz Жыл бұрын

Lotus rear end

@jordanlefebvre2102 Жыл бұрын

Bizzarini 🙂

@ekim000 Жыл бұрын

That is an absolute triumph! Such a departure from your previous cars but flawlessly executed. I could almost imagine this being the kind of car that ISO might have made had they stayed in business.

@josedearimateiayjesus2178 Жыл бұрын

YOU TRULLY DESERVE THIS EAGLE IN YOUR SHIELD! GOD BLESS YOUALL IN RUNGE FAMILY

@csmarkham Жыл бұрын

Classic coach building as in the Deusenberg days-or early Porsche/Glöckler, Ferrari/Scaglietti. This is automotive art and collectors will do well to appreciate what Chris Rünge has created here.

@geraldstanley9692 Жыл бұрын

Incredible imagination, design and workmanship. I really like that you use “old school” methods to make your cars, it shows in the finished creation - a shape, proportion or feeling that you wouldn’t get from a computer. I also love that you’re doing this with your son and look forward to seeing your next unique creation.

@MCF787 Жыл бұрын

The wheels are perfect. This car is gorgeus.

@chrisdody5867 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding, thank you! 65 years old, started out with rods and drag cars. Then onto anything that goes fast straight line or in circles. 30 cars over the years. Beyond words how this video and others have touched my soul.

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris! It is awesome to see how cars bring people together 👍🏻

@bodotcom Жыл бұрын

My compliments to you Chris and team on your design and build quality, this car is stunning!

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! A massive undertaking but well worth it in the end. Now I’m thinking of finding an SRT10 power plant to build a midengine Auto union inspired design!

@BuilderCreator Жыл бұрын

@ It was interesting to see you move away from the German inspiration to Italian styling. The Auto Union move should bring you back to your roots. A type C Streamliner should give you enough curves to keep you busy! Ha!

@jayk7781 Жыл бұрын

@ you absolutely have to!

@johnharvey5851 Жыл бұрын

Hand made art Mr Runge; that easily humbles the Aston Martin & Zagato design houses, that couldn't create this kinetic sculptural beauty with 100× your budget. Coachwork handmade art, that I'll never be able to attain but I must thank you for creating for the world. When ever is more beauty in the world a bad thing. ❤

@k3corvette35 Жыл бұрын

The talent this man has is awesome. But what I appreciate the most is the fact he calls himself a coach builder, and not a designer like others do. Namely Dave Kindig of Kindig It Design , or dare I say Chip Foose.

@olsonspeed 8 ай бұрын

Another masterpiece! Very good to see your son continuing the family tradition of excellence.

@pauldillon4056 Жыл бұрын

Somehow I think the great master car builders of yesteryear would look upon you and give you that nod of the head that just says it all good job well done .

@tommynobaka Жыл бұрын

The frame rate quality on this video is kinda crazy. And this car is amazingly beautiful. Props to Runge for driving the passion of coach build and classic stylish

Жыл бұрын

Huge thanks to my apprentice Alex. He’s got the camera setup and has been a big help in getting more videos here on the YT channel!

@tomthompson7400 Жыл бұрын

How on earth did I miss this ,,, what a stunning car , exceptional workmanship.

@gabethebaeb_5881 Жыл бұрын

I remember when I first saw this car being built on Facebook. I love the wide, retro styling wheels, the Shelby Cobra Daytona inspired body work, the 60s design, everything about this Viper based car is beautiful. Lovely work.

@gountzas Жыл бұрын

Glad to see someone taking over where legendary coachbuilders like Sergio Scaglietti left off

@davidwalker5463 Жыл бұрын

I haven't been this moved about a sports car in some time. Congratulations on an amazing accomplishment. Cheets!

@lewgoogle5530 Жыл бұрын

I share all your design and car preferences but with none of your skillset. Bravo! I hope you will bring the Veleno to Jay Leno's KZfaq channel. He will love it.

@JohnSchoolingJr Жыл бұрын

Dude dont ever find yourself doing anything alone. Should you need a hand id be more than glad to help. I love how youre working with your hands and head. The way it was done in the old days. Thats right down my alley.

@zcat1006 Жыл бұрын

Chris, I've been following you since I first saw you on Jay Leno's Garage. As an artist/designer/car fanatic, much respect for not only your talent, but your patience.

@lifeislucci Жыл бұрын

Pure artwork and incredible craftsmanship. A RUNGE car is a true dream car to one day own

@aserta Жыл бұрын

It's a good thing that you decided to accept this project that sat squarely outside your (at then) mentality, wishes, thoughts. Now, you're an even bigger builder, because this build forced you to step outside your wheelhouse and do some things as determined by existing parameters. Always, that makes one's talents and skills grow. It's also a lesson we all have to learn about complacency and ease, because they're sweet on the ear, whispering niceties, but in reality, they keep us in place, stagnating. Can't wait to see what's next for the Rünge history.

@trusnake733 Жыл бұрын

That mirror finish looks incredible against the snow. Fantastic work!

@forthwithtx5852 Жыл бұрын

I don’t think many people would recognize the Viper in the result. Stunning car.

@goodnbuzzd2058 Жыл бұрын

Ha! I see me in that video! 🤣 It was nice to meet and visit with you Chris!

@rygantico8214 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work! You should machine and sell the shift gate. Many viper owners including myself would love to see it in our beloved cars

@mchristr Жыл бұрын

The Viper coupes are beautiful, but the roadsters leave a lot to be desired. You've done a marvelous thing by redeeming this particular car.

@Vendelcrow Жыл бұрын

Amazing timeless design and build, simply a one off modern classic.

@iainball2023 Жыл бұрын

I will be honest, this is the first I had heard of you. But wow. That is an impressive piece of work. I very much admire the fact that you did it all by hand, And I absolutely love the fact that your son is such a big part of it. ❤ I have no doubt your work will be in extremely high demand. 👌👌

@darryljansen7364 Жыл бұрын

PASSION of man especially this man is simply astounding. He is a da Vinci level visionary. How do we reward such powerful art that results in physical toil’s greatest creation! RESPECT❤

@mikeholmed7029 Жыл бұрын

WOW!!! A modern handmade classic!

@AviMoto650 Жыл бұрын

Крута робота !!! Дякую Вам за натхнення !!

@reubenmosman9466 Жыл бұрын

Such a lovely build, powerful with fantastic looks . . . Thank you for taking the time to show the rest of us.

@veroniquepaquet5092 Жыл бұрын

Very nice. Looks like a very good 'restomod' and the idea that the body is completely hand built just blows my mind!

@jschoenack Жыл бұрын

Killer job! Love the details and precision. Keep up the awesome work buddy!

@floridian7143 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work, thanks for sharing!

@ScorpioIsland Жыл бұрын

😮 Wow. Wow. Woah. Utter perfection, inside and out.

@paulbooth5183 Жыл бұрын

Nice job Chris. It looks amazing.

@kauaislash5 Жыл бұрын

Great insight into the overall challenge, process and decision making that goes into a build like this. Thanks for sharing Chris!

@krinos1 Жыл бұрын

beautiful video and very inspiring keeping the coach building alive

@retrokaizer Жыл бұрын

it would look amazing in deep green. Truly magnificent.

@Grand_complication Жыл бұрын

I never wanted this video to end!

@jwalster9412 Жыл бұрын

Props to you. The viper V10 (and lack of basically anythink else) definitely fits the bill for this car.

@ConstantXplorer Жыл бұрын

FANTASTIC you're really branching out. Let's see more.

@xkpm Жыл бұрын

It's a beauty, marvellous work!

@RSI77 Жыл бұрын

Amazing work as always. Your willingness to share is appreciated.

@NorthWay_no Жыл бұрын

That gate shifter is lovely. I might have considered a more fine-scaled mesh on the front opening.

@ralphnothhelfer9086 7 ай бұрын

A piece of Art, with father and son Awesome, great job Fellas

@kuseetha. Жыл бұрын

Man, this is amazing, congratulations Chris!

@neilt.i.w737 Жыл бұрын

PHENOMENAL! Genuinely phenomenal!

@peteweishaupt Жыл бұрын

Stunning. Well done.

@NewZeroland Жыл бұрын

Man that is a work of art. Thanks for continuing to share your creations!

@Wingnut_Stickman Жыл бұрын

I love the way the hood reflects the sky while you are driving around. Awesome work! Excellent video, thanks for sharing.

@Roddy_Zeh Жыл бұрын

It's great to see this art still alive! And the car...magnificent! Thank you for sharing with us! 👏‍😎

@somenygaard Жыл бұрын

Amazing work, glad to have found this channel. Subscribed.

@emmanuelspencerl.i.7022 8 ай бұрын

Such a beautiful work of art!

@engineer-a-car Жыл бұрын

Looks like this has been a massive challenge. New design principle, testing new computerised process, first stereo system. No doubt this has been difficult. Well done on finishing it, it looks great 🔥

@borgdrone8369 Жыл бұрын

Work of ART !!! Chris stunning job !!!

@billrbca Жыл бұрын

your videos remind me of how much I don't miss upper mid-west winters...and yes as always a beautiful job

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha this winter just won’t leave us alone. I finally caved and tested the car in the snowy roads before shipping to LA! And, thanks for the kind words🙏🏻

@elyasblondlet5862 Жыл бұрын

glad to know that they are still coach builders

@Nightmaretyrant Жыл бұрын

This is amazing, the metal work is exactly what I've been wanting to start with projects myself, thank you for sharing this! I love the old-school nature of your work it's fresh air for us computer illiterate types.

@joser1458 Жыл бұрын

I wish I had a lot of money to hire this guy, this work is incredible

@impslap7620 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing. Even more so is that your son is so active and talented with his involvement. This is probably my favorite build to-date.

@mrd.808 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing. This makes clear sense on how to make the left side equal to the right side. Beautiful work, Boss, very beautiful!!!

@TheNatural-hbs Жыл бұрын

Amazing work, wow! Even a pleasure to watch.

@Tonefiend Жыл бұрын

I love this one! Been following since the beginning I grew up in Mn visiting my aunt and uncle on Lake Carlos in Alexandria often. Spending lots of time snowmobiling and fishing on the lake. It’s cool to see what you’re doing happening there!

@fixinstuff9662 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I don't need to compliment the build. It speaks for itself.

@MOTOFLIXGARAGE Жыл бұрын

What a beauty!!! Wow I just Cant stop watching again and again

@deanmcmanis9398 Жыл бұрын

True Automotive Art. Made real with vision, drive, and hard work. Kudos!

@jeffdeiley7381 Жыл бұрын

Art in motion, I love your work and attention to detail.

@jamiebizness1 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work .

@boogboog8097 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work ❤

@jimkelsall9349 Жыл бұрын

Chris, that car is simply gorgeous. I have always had a thing for Vipers since Dodge had the balls to make them. Thank you for lighting up the day.

@danromeo6571 Жыл бұрын

Another Masterpiece! Congratulations

@mrdrains2088 Жыл бұрын

Your work is nothing short of amazing.

@pameladunn7346 Жыл бұрын

i've watched your show for quite some time ... and have admired the craftsmanship "but" amazingly you have touched our radial piston driven hearts : ) i feel like what Carrol Shelby must have felt when he saw the Daytona Coupe for the first time ... Bravo maestro .. we could only be happier if you went into production thank you

@TheLeeattwood Жыл бұрын

Just incredible, fantastic 🇬🇧👍🏻

@marcvanbueren1395 Жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTE GENIUS! LOVE THE DAYTONA ESQUE REAR!

@paulfisker Жыл бұрын

I am happy to see You outperforming Yourself and grow in this business. Respect man!

@Ferdy-Perezlara Жыл бұрын

No hay palabras Sublime!!!!!

@motorv8N Жыл бұрын

Incredible piece of rolling art - well done!

@dimitrithomas Жыл бұрын

amazing work!

@jutwa05 Жыл бұрын

Every time I watch a video and see a new car, I’m just speechless man. But also inspired. Inspired because you’re self taught, you’ve followed a passion, gone deep in the research, and it all shows in the best ways. If I could ever afford one of these pieces of art, it’d be the last car I’d ever care to drive. Please keep doing what you’re doing.

@66customsnj Жыл бұрын

Great work brotha!

@nv1493 Жыл бұрын

This is a work of art.

@oh_rhythm Жыл бұрын

masterfully done

@johnnysmith863 Жыл бұрын

Great work!

@Houlque Жыл бұрын

Piece of art. Very nice details. Real collection item...

@memonion4515 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous car. Well done!

@JeraCravoMyself Жыл бұрын

You are a true artist! Amazing work!

@davidcook1394 Жыл бұрын

Just watched your Veleno on Jay’s KZfaq channel. Breath taking,beautiful,stunning,…. I really don’t have the words. Have you ever thought of using the Miata as a basis for a build? Every part is still available either from Mazda or a number of aftermarket sources Excellent chassis and suspension layout. A number of engine performance upgrades and conversions available. NA with pop up headlights or NB with fixed headlights. Low cost of entry and some stunning looks could be achieved with it.

@theRongo94 Жыл бұрын

What an impressive work, one of the most beautiful car ever.

@spinmoto180 Жыл бұрын

Unbelievable Awesome Work! A True Crafstman, and truly inspirational! ii want one!

@bicyclist2 Жыл бұрын

I love it! It's very cool. It reminds me of a Bizzerini 5300 GT. I hope that several more get made. This is exactly what I wanted to do for a living, but never had the chance. Thank you.