Canada man spent 17 years building absolutely wild homemade Ferrari with 18,000HP and it looks as mad as it sounds when it gets going
Published on Jun 20, 2026 at 4:07 AM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Jun 20, 2026 at 4:07 AM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Mason Jones
A Canadian gearhead spent nearly two decades creating a homemade Ferrari unlike anything else on the planet.
What started as an ambitious passion project eventually became a jet-powered monster capable of producing an astonishing 18,000HP.
The build draws inspiration from one of Ferrari’s most iconic supercars, but what sits beneath the bodywork is far more extreme than anything to leave Maranello.
And when the wild creation finally gets going, it looks every bit as mad as it sounds.
He took 17 years building a homemade Ferrari with 18,000HP
The man behind the project is Canadian enthusiast Ryan McQueen, who set out to create one of the most outrageous supercars ever built in a home garage.
Despite having no formal engineering background, McQueen taught himself everything he needed to know along the way, from fabrication to welding.
Inspired by the shape of the Ferrari Enzo, he spent years creating a custom fiberglass body before building a chassis capable of handling the enormous power generated by a pair of Rolls-Royce Viper jet engines.
The finished vehicle stretches more than 21 feet long and is powered by engines originally designed for military aircraft.
Together, they produce more than 18,000 horsepower and around 14,000 pounds of thrust.
It is little wonder that McQueen named the machine Insanity.
His DIY machine is like a rocket on land
The numbers behind the project are almost difficult to believe.
McQueen believes the jet-powered drag car is capable of reaching 400MPH, putting it well beyond the performance of even the world’s fastest production hypercars.
Of course, speed like that comes at a cost.
The vehicle can reportedly burn through 400 liters of fuel in just a few minutes, making even the thirstiest supercars seem economical by comparison.
What makes the story even more remarkable is that the entire project was largely built in a backyard garage.
Whether it ever achieves its 400MPH target or not, Insanity has already earned its place among the wildest homemade vehicles ever created.
And after 17 years of work, it is hard to argue with the name.
Daisy is a technology and automotive journalist covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, emerging technologies, and transportation innovation. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral car stories and the latest developments shaping transportation and the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex topics into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work spans cutting-edge technology, innovative vehicles, and the people driving change across both industries. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
