--- title: "This Liberty Walk Autozam AZ-1 Is the World’s Cutest Ferrari F40" description: "Liberty Walk created a Ferrari F40 body kit for the Autozam AZ-1 and it's the best Ferrari kit we've ever seen." date: "2024-01-14" modified: "2024-01-14" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/this-liberty-walk-autozam-az-1-is-the-worlds-cutest-ferrari-f40" categories: - "Ferrari News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "Ferrari" - "Supercar" --- # This Liberty Walk Autozam AZ-1 Is the World’s Cutest Ferrari F40 ![]() Liberty Walk just did what I thought was impossible—it made a Ferrari kit car that's actually awesome. The most famous [Ferrari ]()kit car starting point is the Pontiac Fiero and the results are usually pretty tragic. But [Liberty Walk]() is made of up pros, not amateurs Ferrarifying a Pontiac in their garage. So instead of a Fiero, they started with a much better base: an[ Autozam AZ-1](). The Autozam AZ-1 is one of the most lovable cars on this green earth. Its kei car base, adorable bug-eye looks, affordable mid-engine design, and gullwing doors make it an instant smile-maker. Liberty Walk had the brilliant idea of using that lovable bug as a starting point for a[ Ferrari F40 ]()body kit conversion and it resulted in quite possibly the cutest F40 of all time. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Unsurprisingly, the design, fitment, and build quality of this kit look perfect. Though, I wouldn't expect otherwise from Liberty Walk. What is surprising, though, is just how good the F40's design looks on the Autozam's tiny frame. Despite the drastic proportional change from F40 to Autozam, the design holds up incredibly well, which is a testament to both the F40's looks and Liberty Walk's skill. I can't even look at a regular Autozam AZ-1 anymore, I just want this conversion. Under its skin, it's still just an AZ-1, though. So the engine is still a turbocharged 657cc Suzuki three-cylinder engine and it still packs a five-speed manual, which sends all 63 of its mighty horses to the rear wheels. Obviously, you can tune your Autozam however you'd like, from suspension to engine mods, as the Liberty Walk kit is only cosmetic. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Its cuteness will cost you, though. The complete body kit costs $22,660, in addition to the cost of an Autozam AZ-1. While AZ-1 prices will vary based on condition and location, the most recent one to sell on Bring a Trailer went for $25,000. Spending $50,000 on a three-cylinder kei car with a body kit might seem like a bad deal on its face but just *look at it*. It's adorable and I want one. Or seven. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()