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Galpin Debuts Restored Roth Truck at GNRS
Posted on February 22, 2017

    Galpin Motors, home of famous Galpin Auto Sports (GAS), is now also home to a long-lost custom 1956 Ford F-100 Pickup by Ed “Big Daddy” Roth.     Fames Rat Fink designer Roth used the Ford as advertising for his pin-striping business. It was the first custom truck of note he ever created.… Continue reading Galpin Debuts Restored Roth Truck at GNRS

Celebrating Two Icons at Carlisle: The Camaro and The Firebird
Posted on February 22, 2017

    The Camaro and the Firebird – both truly iconic cars – celebrate their 50th anniversary milestone in 2017. In honor of this special occasion, Camaro Central & Firebird Central in association with Carlisle Events and the Carlisle Chevrolet Nationals will host a dual 50th Anniversary bash at the Carlisle, Penn. Fairgrounds June 23-25,… Continue reading Celebrating Two Icons at Carlisle: The Camaro and The Firebird

Gateway's '32 Ford
Posted on February 22, 2017

  Words & Photos: John Gunnell   This jaw-dropping ’32 Ford fiberglass roadster squeezes 300 ponies out of an unusual six-banger engine. The 4.2-liter Vortec in-line six isn’t your typical hot rod motor, but has plenty of power to get from Point A to Point B. Performance is excellent because this orange and black buggy… Continue reading Gateway's '32 Ford

Hebal's Hot Rod
Posted on February 21, 2017

  Words & Photos: John Gunnell   Eric Aurand is the longtime cover artist for the Minnesota Street Rod Assoc.’s award-winning Linechaser magazine. He has been drawing pictures of cars since he was a kid. When he was 18, he sketched the car seen here.     Eric would ride his bike to a certain… Continue reading Hebal's Hot Rod

Piece by Piece: Ron Graves' '47 International Pickup
Posted on February 21, 2017

  By Gary Rosier   I first met Ron Graves and his wife Rhonda with their unique ride at a local car cruise-in here in Port Orange, Fl. Visiting from their hometown of Marion, IL, they had ventured south for a warmer climate for the winter as a lot of “snow birds” do this time… Continue reading Piece by Piece: Ron Graves' '47 International Pickup

Eddie Motorsports Featured Cars
Posted on February 16, 2017

Already anticipating next year’s SEMA show? Tide yourself over with this collection of Eddie Motorsports’ Featured Cars from SEMA 2016!  

Halloween-Themed Volksrod
Posted on February 16, 2017

  Words & Photos: Tommy Parry   The classic Volkswagen Beetle still gets around in all parts of the world. Stylish, simple and fairly sturdy for something so old, the iconic Bug is universally recognized, and has probably been involved in every aspect of car culture around the world at one point or another. Making… Continue reading Halloween-Themed Volksrod

Stolen – 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
Posted on February 16, 2017

Submitted by Admin on Thu, 02/16/2017 – 9:14am Please keep an eye out for my 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible. It has distinctive red body paint with black racing stripes over the hood and trunk. Interior is black vinyl.   Car was stolen from my car port in San Francisco on Feb. 8 2017. Theft probably… Continue reading Stolen – 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible

RIP Nick Arias Jr.
Posted on February 14, 2017

  Words: Richard Parks   Photo courtesy Yellowbullet.com   Gallery Photos: Roger Rohrdanz   Some funerals and memorials we attend to support the family of a recently departed friend, and some funerals leave a huge hole in our hearts and the fabric of our relationships. The funeral of Nick Arias Jr. is just such a huge loss,… Continue reading RIP Nick Arias Jr.

Smart Parts Oblong Interior Light
Posted on February 13, 2017

Smart Parts New ProductOblong Light polished finnish SP2054P The Smart Parts oblong interior light, #SP2054P, features a clear refractor lens that casts a delicate, wide band of light with a cool #168 bulb that won’t “burn” upholstery like some other lights will. The extra wide mounting surface makes it easier to mount ( something your… Continue reading Smart Parts Oblong Interior Light

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