The future of bling: Crystal-encrusted SUVs?

Jewelry company Burkitt & Burkitt has put together one-sixth scale models of various crystal-covered cars that you may one day see on the road (or at least in a rap video). The company recently previewed a model MINI encrusted with over 35,000 Swarovski crystals each individually placed by hand. The company is currently seeking sponsors and investors to help finance a full-scale vehicle in a theme of their choice. Gallery and video after the jump...