How To Bulletproof a Car on a Budget!!!

Published on December 8, 2018
Duration: 14:51

This video demonstrates budget-friendly methods for bulletproofing a car, starting with a 1998 Lincoln LS. Initial tests show standard car doors offer only concealment, not cover, against pistol rounds. Layering reams of paper proved surprisingly effective against several calibers, but failed against a .50 AE round. Upgrading to exterior steel plates, including AR500 armor, successfully stopped high-powered rounds like .50 AE and .500 Magnum.

Quick Summary

Standard car doors offer concealment, not cover, against bullets. Budget DIY bulletproofing can involve layering materials like paper reams, which stopped pistol rounds but failed against .50 AE. Upgrading with exterior steel plates, such as AR500 armor, provides effective protection against high-powered threats.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Car Reveal
  2. 02:10Cover vs. Concealment Explained
  3. 03:11Initial Ballistic Tests (9mm)
  4. 05:40Budget Armor: Paper Reams Test
  5. 08:52Paper Armor Failure (.50 AE)
  6. 09:32Steel Plate Armor Upgrade

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you bulletproof a car on a budget?

Yes, this video shows budget bulletproofing using readily available materials. Initially, reams of paper duct-taped to the door stopped several pistol calibers. For higher threats, exterior steel plates like AR500 armor were used effectively.

What materials can be used for DIY car bulletproofing?

This experiment used reams of paper as an initial layer, proving surprisingly effective against common pistol rounds. For more robust protection, exterior steel plates, including 3/8" AR500 armor, were mounted.

Do standard car doors stop bullets?

No, standard car doors and trunks primarily offer concealment, not ballistic cover. Tests showed that 9mm rounds easily penetrated the factory door panels, highlighting the need for added armor.

What is the difference between cover and concealment for vehicles?

Concealment hides you from view, like standard car doors. Cover actually stops projectiles. This video tests how much 'cover' different modifications provide against various firearm rounds.

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