Saab Sonett "4" Targa

There are a bunch of sketches in Jack's books featuring Saab Sonetts, including this modified Sonett III. In this design, Jack modifies the greenhouse area and roof to create a targa top, some speed bumps resembling a pair of headrests, and a wrap around rear deck wing.

Side profile shows a new rear half design, and the roofless structure. Bottom sketch shows a novel removable rear window and the targa top:


Closeup view of targa roof and rear window area. Notice the rear fender spats.


A roofless Sonett is actually one of the "easier" modifications to make, as the fiberglass body isn't part of the car's structure. Maybe if Jack didn't appreciate Fiat's 124 Spider so much, he would have created a topless Sonett.

Saab 96 "Aero"

How to make your Saab 96 even more aerodynamic than it originally was (0.36 cD from the factory):



You'll see a trend in many of Jack's designs, including his attention to detail in controlling air movement around wheel openings. In fact, he is a big fan of wheel skirts, and this Aero 96 shows an extreme example of their use on the front wheels.

Sketchbook #3

Page 1 from Sketchbook #3. I have no idea why there is no sketchbook #2.

Swift and Swift II - 3-wheeled Sportster

Over the years, Jack has designed several small 3-wheeled runabouts, including the two shown here. The Swift and Swift II are very similar ideas, featuring a FWD powerplant and a single rear wheel.



Not your typical assembly line:


With a very non-typical assembly line worker:


The Swift Spyder features an open top:





Swift II appears to be a smaller 600cc powered machine:





A man and his pipe:


Cleaver packaging and rear suspension detail:


Despite being a small sportser, Jack ensures it can still haul its fair share of cargo:

Super Squid Micro Car

If the Honda 600cc powered "Sandstar" isn't quite compact enough, Jack developed the "Super Squid." As seen on the pages below, the Super Squid is designed to fit inside a fat-bellied aircraft, to be used as a run about after flying in for a weekend getaway.

Small 2-stroke motorcycle engine provides motivation:


Aircraft like flights controls are used:


Foam and fiberglass doors attach to steel framework structure:


More details of the framework, and simple trailing arm front suspension:


For the man who has everything, including a pipe.

Sandstar City Car

A small city car to tow behind your Hanomag Camper, Jack designs the Sandstar around Honda 600 mechanicals. During this time period, Jack had several Honda 600s, including a few of the little goofy looking Z Coupes.



A full page of shape studies:


Details for a hidden connection for the tow bar, and a dashboard layout featuring center mounted gauges:


Large rear engine cover lifts to reveal powerful Honda 600 engine:


The outside shape continues to evolve, and an interior door panel design appears:


Numerous headlight options:


Modular seats feature fiberglass panels and upholstered slip-on covers:

Shrike

Have I mentioned that Jack is a pilot? How about the fact he's been actively involved in the design and documentation of several experimental aircraft? In this case, the Shrike is pure fiction, but a pretty solid concept featuring a pusher prop and a 250hp Rotary powerplant, tucked inside a composite frame/body:

Saab Sleeper

For when you have one too many Saab 96 sedans in the yard, and you want to go camping, Jack presents this "Saab Sleeper." Note the rear door doubles as an awning, and the sleeping area fits a full-size bearded man.

Subaru Powered Tractor

Any true Subaru enthusiast should have at least one Subaru powered Tractor. Here is one such concept.

The "Squirt" is powered by an 1,800cc Subaru engine:


Complete with AWD drivetrain:


I would think this would be more than capable of handling your typical yard debris.

Polliwagen Trailer Design

In case you were wondering how to transport your Polliwagen aircraft (besides flying it) Jack has a solution for you.

Polliwagens feature removable wings:


Which make them "easier" to transport via a custom designed enclosed trailer:


Chicks dig trailers:


Frame details, using a modified Saab 95/96/97 rear axle:


More details:


Ramp and floor details:


There you have it. An ingenious way to transport your light aircraft behind what appears to be a small hatchback.

Quick-Change Hatch/Truck/Sedan/Camper Concept

Many of Jack's concepts include many "modular" elements, as shown in this example. A platform that can quickly be changed from a hot hatch to a camper, thanks to a quick disconnect chassis system:



Quick change couplers with integrated roll cage structure:

Datsun 1200 - Guilding of the Nerd

What happens when you have a Datsun 1200 Coupe, a few glasses of wine, and some spare time? Five pages of commentary and redesign of a car most readers have never seen before.

Quick tip: Always check out the license plates:


Technical specifications make a modern Honda Fit look like a sportscar:


Multiple rear end treatments:


Love the comments about "small Buicks":


Yes, Lee Iacocoa would indeed shit if he ever saw this hot rod Datsun: