The Viking spirit lives on in Iceland. Far from being satisfied with fighting the climate, the rugged landscape and the strains of Bjork, the Icelanders get their kicks by driving overpowered homemade jeeps over mountains – and across lakes!

And I do mean across – these things don’t float, so they have to keep them going at full tilt or have a date with the bottom of the lake. It’s quite amazing that the knobbly tires have enough traction on the surface of the water to keep the car going so fast.

But you don’t have to believe me – have a look at this Top Gear clip.

Here’s something a bit unusual: the Bowler Wildcat, obviously designed with one eye on the Paris/Dakar Rally but being produced for sale too. It is based on the Land Rover but with much more power and strength.

As can be seen from the video, the net result is almost more fun and craziness than anyone could wish for. That is one very fast off road vehicle – if you have to own one, it will set you back a mere $100,000 or so.