[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-5-ricer-cars\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-5-ricer-cars\/","headline":"Top 5 Ricer Cars","name":"Top 5 Ricer Cars","description":"When it comes to ricer cars, the focus is often on aesthetics rather than performance. This article highlights the top 5 ricer cars that have turned heads for their bold, sometimes bizarre, modifications. From oversized wings to flashy decals, these cars are a testament to the extreme end of automotive customization. Dive into our list to see if your favorite\u2014or least favorite\u2014ricer made the cut.","datePublished":"2017-06-15","dateModified":"2025-10-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ricer_S2000_engine.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ricer_S2000_engine.webp","height":801,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-5-ricer-cars\/","about":["BLOG","TUNED\/MODIFIED CARS"],"wordCount":442,"keywords":["chevrolet","Chevrolet Cavalier","Dodge","Dodge Neon","Honda","honda civic","hyundai","Ricer cars","toyota","Toyota Camry"],"articleBody":"What is a ricer car? Well it isn\u2019t easy to pinpoint a definitive meaning, but generally it relates to vehicles that have been modified in such a way that they more like a Japanese street racer, without touching the engine or in any way enhancing performance. Here is a round up of the five most common ricer cars and some of the inventive modifications their owners apply.Honda CivicThe Honda Civic has to be the number one stereotype when you hear the term \u2018Ricer Car\u2019 and you can barely go a day without seeing one of these \u2018special\u2019 creations.Most common among the modifications that the Civic lends itself so well to are headlight and taillight conversions, of the Lexus and Skyline GTR variety.Team these with a wide body kit, adorned with nitrous stickers, and you have yourself a race-ready rice rocket, just don\u2019t expect to actually win\u2026Toyota CamryToyotas are a favourite among the Fast and Furious enthusiasts and de-badged Camry SE\u2019s are often chopped and changed with wild spoilers and blacked out lights.Everyone knows that making your car look more aggressive is of paramount importance, regardless of its effect on performance.Chevrolet CavalierChevrolet Cavalier, photo taken from the original press releaseChevy\u2019s offer the ricer a whole lot to play with; they may not be designed to go particularly fast, but that shouldn\u2019t stop you trying to create the illusion of speed.A Cavalier just isn\u2019t complete without a fake rear diffuser, large rims and a totally \u2018not just for show\u2019 roof scoop. Throw in a carbon fiber bonnet and a garish colour scheme and you\u2019ve got yourself a winner.Dodge NeonMoving onto the Neon now, a modder\u2019s paradise with raw potential just waiting to be beaten down by ludicrous body kits, not forgetting a dual exhaust, advanced auto wing and a delightful interior paint job.We understand, you don\u2019t want your Neon looking like every other one out there, so the only option is to deck it out with additional extras until its totally unrecognizable.HyundaiHigh flying riced Hyundai\u2019s are a common sight and they are hard to miss when their interiors are glowing with night-club inspired LED\u2019s.Wish you had a WRX but have only a Sonata to hand? All you need is the wing and a new blue paintjob and you\u2019re well on your way to living the Subaru dream; remember to add a set of gleaming gold wheels for that final flourish!If you love reading about ricer cars, you might enjoy our ‘Top 5 Ricer Cars 2024‘ update."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Top 5 Ricer Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/top-5-ricer-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]