Russian YouTubers created a gas-powered replica of the Tesla Cybertruck - here's how they did it

The trio behind the YouTube channel Pushka Garazh reconstructed the Cybertruck using an early model of a popular Russian-made hatchback.

The YouTube channel Pushka Garazh — which translates to "Gun Garage" in English —is known for modifying cars on a low budget, and the YouTubers' plan to recreate the Cybertruck was no different. The group transformed one their cars: a Lada Samara, a hatchback created by Russian car maker AvtoVAZ.

The YouTubers spent only 80,000 rubles (around $1,300) to create their Cybertruck replica. They covered the car in sheet metal, and spray-painted it a metallic hue to give their car the same futuristic look.

The YouTubers added details to their replica truck to make it appear even more realistic. However, it doesn't have any doors, so riders have to enter and exit through the vehicle's trunk.

Pushka Garazh went so far as to add Tesla-branded hubcaps and a horizontal beam brake light on the rear of the truck.

However, there are some key differences: Although the Tesla Cybertruck is all-electric and battery-powered, the Russian replica runs on gasoline. The YouTubers' replica also doesn't have any side doors, unlike Tesla's four-door Cybertruck and most other cars.

In a testament to the YouTubers' accuracy, neither the knockoff nor the Testla Cybertruck have side-view mirrors.

At first glance, the YouTubers' replica Cybertruck could easily trick more than a few people. The Pushka Garazh version is reportedly on sale for 666,666 rubles (around $10,700).

The car has been spotted on the streets near Russia's capital, Moscow, and has caused quite a stir on social media, especially since the Tesla Cybertruck won't enter production until 2021.

See the full 43-minute YouTube video below that shows how Pushka Garazh recreated the Tesla Cybertruck.