Cars 2may not have been anyone’sfavorite Pixar flick, but even the critics who were disappointed at its lack of heart had to admit it at leastlookedgorgeous. On a visual level, the characters and their colorful universe were as dazzlingly, distinctly Pixar-ian as any in the studio’s history. Using their signature style — rich colors, clean lines, big friendly eyes — the animators brought a wide variety of vehicles to life. From beat-up tow trucks toJapanese racecarstorugged military Jeeps, cars of all stripes were given lives and personalities.

Now, a bevy of famed cinematic cars have received the (totally unofficial) Pixar treatment as well.Old Red Jalopyisn’t actually associated with the studio, but their reimaginings of notable movie vehicles look so good, we’re almost fooled. Check out the gallery after the jump.

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In order, the Pixar-ized vehicles you see here are:

While I’m quite taken with the mustard-yellow gleam of Bumblebee, I’m going to have to go with Ecto-1 as my favorite fake-Pixar car. He may look run-down, but his expression lets you know he’s still tough. Besides, he helps fight the paranormal. It doesn’t get much more badass than that.

It’s just too bad we can’t somehow bring all these iconic characters on board for the next Pixar film and watch them hang out. I’d happily pay all the 3D and IMAX surcharges for aCars 3if I could see all these anthropomorphized cars tag along on with Finn and Mater on their adventures.

Discuss:Which Pixar-style movie vehicle is your favorite?