{"id":99118,"date":"2023-12-28T21:05:58","date_gmt":"2023-12-29T05:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=99118"},"modified":"2024-08-30T18:50:18","modified_gmt":"2024-08-31T01:50:18","slug":"what-exactly-is-a-donk-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-exactly-is-a-donk-car\/","title":{"rendered":"What Exactly Is a Donk Car?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column99118_c031a5-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column99118_c031a5-a5 > 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading99118_c4554a-3a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading99118_c4554a-3a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading99118_c4554a-3a summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading99118_c4554a-3a\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A donk car is a vehicle that&rsquo;s been modified to look like a high-riser.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Box Chevys from the late &lsquo;70s to the mid-&rsquo;80s are considered to be the best vehicles to donk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As fun as it is to drive a donk car, its modifications can pose a couple of risks, including poor handling and reliability issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>You&rsquo;ve probably heard of hot rods before, which are vehicles that have been upgraded to produce more power and speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But have you ever heard of donk cars?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&rsquo;s Up, Donk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A donk car is any 1971 to 1976 <a href=\"https:\/\/carparts.com\/chevrolet\/impala\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Chevy Impala\">Chevy Impala<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/chevrolet\/caprice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Caprice\">Caprice<\/a> modified to look like a high-riser&#19968;a box car with low-profile tires, huge wheels, and extreme ground clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And to complete the entire look, a donk car usually features personalized graphics, paint, and chrome plating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also has a set of adjustable lighting, a powerful entertainment system, and elaborate interior features inside a donk car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Donk Origins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chevrolet-caprice-71-76-convertible-donk-wikimedia-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"chevrolet caprice 71 76 convertible donk wikimedia\" class=\"wp-image-99120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chevrolet-caprice-71-76-convertible-donk-wikimedia-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chevrolet-caprice-71-76-convertible-donk-wikimedia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chevrolet-caprice-71-76-convertible-donk-wikimedia-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chevrolet-caprice-71-76-convertible-donk-wikimedia-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chevrolet-caprice-71-76-convertible-donk-wikimedia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chevrolet-caprice-71-76-convertible-donk-wikimedia.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A donk car is any 1971 to 1976 Chevy Impala or Caprice modified to look like a high-riser&#19968;a box car with low-profile tires, huge wheels, and extreme ground clearance. Image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Chevrolet_Caprice_71-76_convertible_%22donk%22.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Wikimedia\">Wikimedia<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There isn&rsquo;t a definitive origin story for the term &ldquo;donk,&rdquo; but a popular opinion about it is that some Impala owners thought the model&rsquo;s insignia looked like a donkey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, the word &ldquo;donkey&rdquo; was shortened to &ldquo;donk,&rdquo; hence the name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Donk trend emerged during the early 1990s in southern Florida. During this time, most people thought that donk cars were only for show, and they didn&rsquo;t offer anything on the tracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, donk cars can sport high-performance engines that make them competition-ready. In fact, donk racing has become so popular over the years that an organization was named after it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Donk Racing Association (NDRA) is an organization that oversees big wheel racing, specifically for donks and G bodies from around the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Box Chevys: Donking Pioneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Box <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/chevrolet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chevys\">Chevys<\/a> from the late &lsquo;70s to the mid-&rsquo;80s are considered to be the best vehicles to donk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also referred to as hi-risers, Box Chevys originated from the Dirty South hip-hop movement of the &lsquo;90s. These vehicles are known for their wide bodies, sharp corners, and straight lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Donk Dupes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many purists would argue that classic Caprices and Impalas are the only legitimate donk cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, however, the definition of the term has gotten a bit loose, including models like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/cadillac\/escalade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Cadillac Escalade\">Cadillac Escalade<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/ford\/crown-victoria\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Ford Crown Victoria\">Ford Crown Victoria<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/oldsmobile\/cutlass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Oldsmobile Cutlass\">Oldsmobile Cutlass<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/chevrolet\/tahoe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chevy Tahoe\">Chevy Tahoe<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eventually, a popular opinion about donk cars emerged: it can be any large and heavy automobile with massive wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not Just Eye Candy: Advantages of Donk Cars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Donk cars are mainly used for street racing and head-turning drives. However, that doesn&rsquo;t mean they don&rsquo;t have advantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Street Racing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Donk cars usually have modified and powerful engines designed to excel in street racing. The fastest classic donk can hit up to 1,500 horsepower. For comparison, midsize vehicles average around 170hp, while small SUVs hover around 240hp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The power and pull these cars have are some of the reasons why they&rsquo;re popular in the first place. These heavily modified vehicles scratch the need for speed many people have while doing it in style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ground Clearance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the powerful engine, donk cars usually have low-profile tires and oversized wheels. While it&rsquo;s probably an aesthetic choice, these all add up to high-ground clearance, which could prevent accidents on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having high ground clearance makes it easier to see the road ahead. In addition, having higher ground clearance raises the vehicle&rsquo;s center of gravity, which means you&rsquo;re more stable at high speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Head Turner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, donk cars are quite the head-turner, especially out on the street. The powerful revving of the engine, customized wheels, and the overall look of donks are bound to catch some eyes on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And while it doesn&rsquo;t affect performance, having others appreciate your vehicle can be a huge boost to your morale, as it&rsquo;s something you spend a lot of time and money on. In addition, the visual appeal of donks can help you meet new people, as they have a large fanbase across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risky Business: Disadvantages of Donk Cars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As fun as it is to drive a donk car, its modifications can pose a couple of risks. Here are some of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poor Handling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Handling refers to the vehicle&rsquo;s reaction to the driver&rsquo;s steering and pedal control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A vehicle that handles well means that it can maintain stability when cornering, accelerating, and braking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of a donk car, the lifted suspension, large tires, and modified center of gravity can make it hard to control the vehicle, especially at high speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cop Magnets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The overall design of donk cars is truly eye-catching. And aside from pedestrians having this thought, cops share the same sentiments as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many cops tend to pull over a car that looks loud because there&rsquo;s a huge possibility that there&rsquo;s something illegal going on in there. This includes donk cars and their massive wheels, altered body structure, and raised ground clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For this reason, donk cars are considered to be &ldquo;cop magnets.&rdquo;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reliability Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having oversized wheels is one of the most distinctive features you&rsquo;ll spot on a donk car. But as striking as they are, these massive wheels can also be a donk car&rsquo;s downfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Massive wheels can put a lot of stress on certain parts, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wheel-hub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"wheel hub\">wheel hub<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/lug-nut\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"lug nuts\">lug nuts<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/driveshaft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"driveshaft\">driveshaft<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/differential\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"differential\">differential<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/steering-gearbox\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"gearbox\">gearbox<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, the brakes can even become useless because of their inability to generate enough stopping power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These issues have something to do with a donk car&rsquo;s inertia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the vehicle is farther from the wheel&rsquo;s center of rotation, it generally has more inertia than other cars. As a result, the driver will have a hard time getting a donk car to move and stop once it&rsquo;s in motion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many donk cars also respond poorly in terms of accelerating and turning. Another issue about donk cars is that driving them isn&rsquo;t for everyone. Without practice, making a fast turn on a donk car can cause the wheels to lose traction or the lug nuts to snap off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re driving a donk car, you could also receive inaccurate speedometer readings. This is because the enlarged wheels cover more ground per rotation, which can throw off the speedometer&rsquo;s calibration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Insurance Premiums<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s a price to pay when driving a donk car, specifically in terms of insurance premiums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modified vehicles usually have higher insurance premiums than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of donk cars, having high insurance premiums is often the consequence of their safety risks. A vehicle with an elevated ground clearance tends to roll easily during a side-on collision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Donk Cars Illegal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There isn&rsquo;t really a golden rule that prohibits donk cars from being driven on the streets that aren&rsquo;t racetracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are, however, some illegalities that vary, depending on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, Florida doesn&rsquo;t allow a vehicle with a gross weight rating of 2,000 to 3,000 lbs. to have a front bumper that&rsquo;s over 27 inches from the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The setup of donk cars also resembles the Carolina squat, which is when the rear end is lower than the front of the vehicle. The Carolina squat is illegal in some states because it can affect driver visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Will It Cost to Build a Donk Car?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of a donk car will ultimately depend on whether you want one that&rsquo;s pre-built or one that&rsquo;s professionally made from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-built donk cars can cost anywhere between $30,000 and $100,000. If you&rsquo;re looking to build one from scratch, the powertrain alone can already cost you about $60,000.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>You&rsquo;ve probably heard of hot rods before, which are vehicles that have been upgraded to produce more power and speed&#8230;. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-exactly-is-a-donk-car\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":99128,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3769,53,3950,4042,4038],"tags":[87,4037,133],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-99118","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-automotive-world","8":"category-features","9":"category-for-the-car-owner","10":"category-look-better","11":"category-performance-articles","12":"tag-chevrolet","13":"tag-chevrolet-caprice","14":"tag-chevrolet-impala","15":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What Exactly Is a Donk Car? - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Have you ever heard of donk cars? 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