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The Art of the Sleeper Car

The Art of the Sleeper Car

A sleeper car looks like a slow, boring economy vehicle, but it hides a high-performance engine underneath. It is designed to be completely invisible to police and other drivers until the pedal hits the floor.

These stealthy machines are built to blend perfectly into traffic, avoiding any unwanted attention from onlookers. The name comes from secret sleeper agents, while British fans call them Q-cars, named after disguised naval warships. Building one requires extensive mechanical upgrades to make a family sedan faster than most dedicated sports cars. It is the ultimate automotive wolf in sheep's clothing.

Source: Sleeper (car)

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