The World’s Wildest Tesla Model S Plaid

An Ultra-Wide Tesla Model S Plaid

The Tesla Model S Plaid isn’t exactly a car that flies under the radar. With over 1,000 horsepower and a 0-60 time that embarrasses hypercars, it’s already an electrified monster. But for Anthony Pham, “fast” wasn’t enough. He wanted something truly unique—something that wouldn’t just turn heads but break necks. Enter his one-of-one widebody Tesla Model S Plaid, a forged carbon fiber-clad beast built in collaboration with some of the best in the business to create a full-fledged supercar killer with the stance to prove it.

While most owners would be content with letting the Plaid’s mind-boggling acceleration do the talking, he had bigger plans.

A Vision Turned Reality

Orange County, CA-based Anthony picked up his Model S Plaid in December 2023, and while most owners would be content with letting the Plaid’s mind-boggling acceleration do the talking, he had bigger plans. The moment the car arrived, it was sent straight to Competition Carbon, a shop known for pushing the limits of custom carbon fiber work to create a bespoke widebody kit that would transform the already aggressive Plaid into something unlike anything else on the road.

The result: a 5-month build that widened the Model S by nearly a foot, adding bespoke forged carbon fiber bodywork, extreme aero, and a stance that dominates parking spaces like a full-size pickup.

The widebody kit itself was developed by TGK Motorsport and Competition Carbon, crafted with the precision and quality normally reserved for high-end supercars. While the Tesla factory bodywork was carefully reshaped, this wasn’t a simple bolt-on affair—far from it. The wheel arches were cut, the fenders completely reworked, and the new components molded seamlessly into the car’s structure. The attention to detail is next-level, making the entire transformation look factory. If Tesla suddenly decided to start making track-focused, race-ready Plaids – they’d look exactly like Anthony’s ‘1of1Plaid’ as he nicknamed it.

Aggressive Styling Meets Track-Ready Engineering

One of the most striking aspects of Anthony’s build is the full forged carbon fiber exterior. Unlike standard carbon fiber, forged carbon features a unique, almost marbled texture that gives the car a high-tech, performance-oriented look. The front splitter, bumper, additional side panels, wide fenders, custom rear spoiler, and side skirts all showcase this stunning material.

The car’s ride height is fully adjustable thanks to Tesla’s stock adaptive air suspension. By utilizing “service mode,” Anthony can drop the car all the way down for an aggressive stance, making it look like it’s ready to attack a racetrack at any moment. The front splitter is so low that it barely clears the ground, adding to the car’s menacing presence.

At the rear, a custom-built spoiler provides additional downforce, ensuring this Plaid stays planted even when unleashing all of its 1,020 horsepower. Anthony is already thinking about further refining the design, considering an even larger swan-neck style wing to balance the car’s aerodynamics. That will be sick!

Wheels and Tires: Insane Grip, Unmatched Stance

With a body this wide, standard wheels simply wouldn’t cut it. Enter Signature Wheels, the company responsible for the insanely wide, deep-dish multi-spoke, Custom painted ‘Signature One’ rims wheels wrapped in Gladiator X Comp HPs 355/25ZR21—on all four corners. Yes, you read that right.

Most sports cars don’t even run 355s in the rear, let alone the front. To put that in perspective, the Bugatti Chiron runs 355s in the rear—but Anthony’s Model S is wearing them front and back. The wheels themselves measure a massive 13 inches wide, helping the car put all of its Plaid power to the ground while also making it look absolutely monstrous from every angle. Even the lug nuts are custom titanium pieces, tying together the high-performance theme down to the smallest details.

Interior: Performance Meets Comfort

While the exterior is a radical departure from a stock Model S, the interior keeps things functional yet refined. Anthony custom-designed the steering wheel, reducing its diameter by an inch for better control and comfort, ensuring it doesn’t interfere with his driving position. Like the rest of the car, forged carbon fiber accents are present throughout the cabin, creating a cohesive aesthetic that screams performance.

Despite its show-stopping presence, Anthony insists that the Model S Plaid remains fully drivable, even though it’s primarily a show car. His daily driver? A modified Tesla Model 3, of course.

Future Plans: Taking It Even Further

If you think Anthony is done tweaking this build, think again. Next on his list? A forged carbon fiber hood to further enhance the weight savings and aggressive styling, then additional venting and aero work to help manage airflow more efficiently. All this could then lead to a potential return to SEMA, depending on scheduling and future modifications. Anthony is definitely committed to constantly evolving his build, ensuring that his one-of-one Plaid remains one of the wildest Teslas ever created.

With only two widebody kits in existence, one in Texas and one in California (this one), it’s safe to say that Anthony’s Model S is in a league of its own. Will we see more extreme Plaid builds in the future? Maybe. But for now, Anthony’s creation sets the bar for what’s possible when you combine cutting-edge EV performance with the audacity of extreme custom car culture.

SPECS

Anthony Pham’s Widebody Tesla Model S Plaid

Base Vehicle Specifications

• Model: 2023 Tesla Model S Plaid
• Drivetrain: Tri-Motor All-Wheel Drive
• Power Output: 1,020 hp
• Torque: 1,050 lb-ft (estimated)
• 0-60 mph: 1.99 seconds (with rollout subtracted)
• Top Speed: 200 mph (with appropriate wheels/tires)
• Battery Capacity: 100 kWh
• Range: ~396 miles (EPA estimated)
• Charging:
• Supercharging (V3/V4): Up to 250 kW
• AC Charging: Up to 11.5 kW
• Weight: ~4,766 lbs (stock)

Performance Modifications

• Custom Widebody Kit by Competition Carbon
• Custom Forged Carbon Fiber Front Splitter
• Custom Forged Carbon Fiber Side Skirts (one-piece extended design)
• Custom Forged Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser
• Custom Forged Carbon Fiber Rear Spoiler
• Forged Carbon Fiber Fender Extensions & Wide Fenders
• Full Car Paint Wrap in Supercar-Inspired Orange

Suspension & Ride Height

• Retains Tesla’s Adaptive Air Suspension
• Lowered via Tesla’s Service Mode for extreme stance

Wheels & Tires

• Wheels: Custom painted Signature Wheels ‘Signature One’ rims (21×13’’ front & rear)
• Tires: Gladiator X Comp HP 355/25ZR21 (Front & Rear)

Interior Modifications

• Custom Steering Wheel
• 1-inch shorter diameter for improved driver control
• Forged carbon fiber trim
• Forged Carbon Fiber Interior Trim Throughout

Photos by Jerome Andre