A Buggy That Screams Past 11,000 RPM Should Probably Come With A Surgeon General’s Warning

Experience meets insanity in this 400 hp carbon-bodied buggy headed for global adventures

The spirit of the classic dune buggy is getting a new chapter. Meyers Manx, the US company that revived its iconic 1960s design in electric form only a few years ago, has now partnered with UK tuner Tuthill on a special project. The result is the LFG, a limited-production buggy created “to redefine the spirit of recreational driving,” which made a surprise appearance at the Quail.

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The LFG is described as an “off-road performance machine,” essentially a Meyers Manx buggy turned up to eleven. Its custom carbon fiber bodywork keeps the signature tub shape while adding wide fenders that leave much of the wheel exposed for a dramatic stance.

Rugged Design Details

Unique pill-shaped LED headlights and taillights give the buggy its own identity, complemented by an integrated front bull bar, side steps, a roll-over protection bar, and removable gullwing doors for open-air fun. It sits on large rally-inspired alloy wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires, paired with a generous ground clearance for tackling rough terrain.

Moving inside, the dashboard is covered by screens, although there are plenty of physical controls for the basic functions. We can also see a beautiful three-spoke steering wheel, a high-mounted gear shifter, and a hydraulic handbrake. The cabin appears to be a two-seater, with space for luggage above the engine mounted at the back.

Meyers Manx / Tuthill

Engine and Performance

The new buggy is powered by a 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine, which is an upgraded version of the 11,000rpm 3.1-liter unit found in the Tuhill 911K restomod. The company has yet to announce the detailed specifications, but we expect the LFG to make over 400 hp.

Power is delivered through a six-speed sequential gearbox and a full-time 4WD system with limited-slip differentials. The setup is reinforced by advanced suspension with adjustable dampers, hydraulic bump stops, and an Inconel exhaust system that should give the LFG a distinctive soundtrack.

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Phillip Sarofim, owner of Trousdale Ventures, the parent company of Meyers Manx, described the project as a shared vision with Richard Tuthill. He explained, “We came together to imagine the perfect Meyers Manx, and after laying the foundation, we invited Freeman Thomas to bring his design brilliance to Tuthill’s engineering expertise. The result is raw, visceral, novel, and uncompromising. We call it LFG for a reason.”

Limited Production Adventure

Production is capped at 100 units starting in 2026, with pricing still undisclosed. Ownership goes beyond the buggy itself, as buyers will be invited to curated global driving adventures. The first 20 examples are slated to take part in the LFG Baja Tour in 2027, with more events planned for the years to follow.