Over the years, we’ve seen our fair share of six-wheel conversions, which are typically applied to off-road capable vehicles such as the Ford Bronco, Ford F-150, Ford Super Duty, or other similar models. In many cases, that extra set of wheels is also functional, helping add some off-road capability with enhanced traction, too, though that isn’t always the case – sometimes, they’re just there for show. It’s unclear whether or not the extra wheels on this wild Ford EcoSport are functional, but we’re going to guess no in this particular case.
Regardless, this 2019 Ford EcoSport does in fact have six wheels, and it’s going to be auctioned off at Mecum’s upcoming 2025 Indy Fall Special sale in early October. The luxurious Titanium-trimmed model is undoubtedly strange, but it was created for a very good reason – to attract attention – as it’s a custom built “billboard buggy” from Kincaid Kustom Kars. The idea here is to plaster billboards on the sides advertising various businesses, which in this case are blurred out in the auction photos.
Thus, this Ford EcoSport comes with a variety of vinyl side wraps, covering part of its black exterior. The crossover rolls on a set of factory gray split five-spoke wheels, and features a custom rear wing and swing-open rear liftgate as well.
Inside the cabin, one will find a matching black interior with amenities such as air conditioning, power windows and locks, an infotainment screen, bluetooth, and cruise control. Power comes from the 2.0L Duratec engine – not the turbocharged 1.0L I-3 as the auction listing states – which is mated to an automatic transmission, while disc brakes help slow it down.
While we’ve certainly never seen a six-wheel Ford EcoSport until now, there are quite a few other Blue Oval models rocking that same configuration. This includes the sixth-generation Ford Bronco, which has been offered in 6×6 form by more than one third party since its debut a few years ago.
Still has cupholders, just in a different place.
Following an extensive three-year makeover.
Unfortunately, negligence caused the problem in the first place.
Harnessing - you guessed it - a powerful 427.
