Partner with
3L Engineering and Design

Become an Official V8stealthbeetle Assembler & Distributor.

Heritage. Performance. Exclusivity. Passion. Power. The Ultimate Restomod.
Heritage. Performance. Exclusivity. Passion. Power. The Ultimate Restomod.

The 3L Engineering
and Design Advantage

Built to Last, Designed to Sell.

Your chance to build and sell the ONLY V8 powered, mid engined, production Beetle on the planet. Join a select network of elite custom shops and builders around the world. We’ve handled the engineering, design, and manufacturing; you provide the craftsmanship and client relationship. Offer your customers a profitable, unique, and highly sought-after product that will elevate your brand and grow your business.
V8Stealthbeetle on a race track
V8stealthbeetle Chassis

Decades of Expertise

The V8stealthbeetle is NOT our first rodeo. Jean has over 40 years experience building, designing and creating automotive works of art, including the CAV GT.

Research & Development

We’ve spent 10 years refining a product that works and sells so you don’t have to.

A Proven Product

Our chassis and its components have been rigorously tested and refined to ensure a flawless build.

Commitment to Quality

We use only the highest-grade materials and meticulously craft every component to ensure a perfect vehicle, every time.

How It Works

Your Path to Partnership.

  1. Apply: Fill out our application form to tell us about your business and your vision.
  2. Qualify: We’ll review your application and conduct a brief interview to ensure a mutual fit.
  3. Partner: Sign a partnership agreement and place your first order at a wholesale price.
  4. Assemble & Sell: We’ll ship your kit, provide full technical support, visit your shop and sign off the finished vehicle so you can deliver an incredible finished product to your client.
Become a distributor
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rolling chassis engine

The ideal partnership

ARE WE LOOKING FOR YOU?

We are building a network of the best custom shops and vehicle builders in the world. Our ideal partners are:

  1. Established automotive restoration shops or custom builders with a strong portfolio.
  2. Businesses with the technical expertise and workshop facilities to complete a high-end chassis and engine assembly.
  3. Passionate about delivering a perfect product and a premium experience for their clients.
Become a distributor

Frequently asked questions

The kits are engineered and crated for efficient shipping. We will provide detailed logistics support, but as the distributor, you will typically be responsible for the final cost and management of freight, duties, and customs clearance into your operating country. This cost should be factored into your local pricing structure.

No. Our model is a strategic B2B partnership. We are not selling a business operation or franchise rights; we are providing you with an exclusive, market-differentiating product line (the V8stealthbeetle kit) and the official accreditation to assemble and sell it. You retain full control over your existing business operations.

We operate on a Tiered Wholesale Discount Structure designed to reward volume and commitment. The more kits you commit to, the higher your profit margin:

Tier Level Annual Kit Volume Discount Incentive
Tier 1 (Bronze) 1-2 Kits X% Discount
Tier 2 (Silver) 3-5 Kits Y% Discount
Tier 3 (Gold) 6+ Kits Z% Discount

(Exact percentages will be detailed in the Sales Presentation after qualification.)

The fee is a single investment that provides you with everything needed to launch your partnership, including:

  • Administrative, legal, and contract setup costs.
  • Access to our technical documents, manuals, videos and IP.
  • Your initial digital marketing kit (high-res assets, brand guide).
  • The cost of travel, accommodation, and time for Jean (Engineering) and Doug (Marketing) to visit your facility and complete the official Certification and accreditation.

We are looking for established businesses with proven expertise, including:

  • Established Automotive Shops: Restoration shops or custom car builders.
  • Technical Expertise: Experience in chassis work, engine swaps (e.g., LS swaps), and high-quality fabrication.
  • Facility: Adequate workshop space and professional tools to handle high-end kit and vehicle assembly.
  • Customer Base: A clientele with the means and interest in purchasing a premium, high-performance one of a kind V8stealthbeetle.

Partnering with 3L Engineering and Design allows you to significantly grow your business by:

  • High Profitability: Generating healthy margins on the kits and additional revenue from the assembly, paint, and customisation services you provide.
  • Market Differentiation: Offering a unique, proven product (the V8stealthbeetle) that your competitors cannot match. We are the ONLY company on the planet who have successfully produced a production mid engined V8 Beetle.
  • NO R&D: Leveraging Jean’s world-class engineering and design, and his 10 years of development eliminates your need for expensive research and development.

The process is designed to ensure quality and commitment:

  1. Application: Complete the comprehensive application form on our website.
  2. Qualification: We review your business model, facilities, and experience to ensure you meet our Ideal Distributor Profile (ICP).
  3. Onboarding & Fee: Sign the partnership agreement and pay the Initial Accreditation Fee (which covers your training, collateral, and the cost of the final certification trip).
  4. Certification: Order and assemble your first kit. We will travel to your workshop for the final inspection and official sign-off and accreditation.

This is the cornerstone of our brand quality. The in-person visit allows Jean to:

  • Verify the build quality of your first assembly.
  • Provide on-site technical coaching and knowledge transfer.
  • Ensure your facility and processes align with the V8stealthbeetle’s high standards.
  • This certification grants you the official right to market yourself as an Accredited V8stealthbeetle Assembler and Distributor

Yes. You will receive an Onboarding Kit with high-resolution photos, videos, and a brand guide. Additionally, Doug, our Marketing Director, will film the certification of your first build to create a “Distributor Spotlight” video for our global social channels, which you can use for your own local marketing to generate social proof and leads. Leads captured by our international marketing will be passed onto the relevant Distributor.