Photos and text by Gary Rosier   Ronald O’Donnell of Port Orange, Florida owns this rare ’61 Chevrolet “Bubble-Top” Impala SS. It had been featured within on Hot Rod Hot Lines ‘For Sale’ listings previously, but purchased from Ron’s good friend Paul Damm not long ago. Paul had become quite I’ll, and quickly wanted it… Continue reading Ronald O' Donnell's '61 "Bubblicious" Impala SS

  Photos and research courtesy Kustomrama   By the time Jim Hill finished this six-year build, it was only nominally a Dodge. Completed, the “Barbecued Stovebolt” contained parts from at least 13 different types of automobile and one airplane. The strange vehicle’s body came from a ’21 Dodge touring car, while its chassis was from… Continue reading The "Barbecued Stovebolt" 1921 Dodge

  Words: John Gunnell   One especially eye-catching car at the Tichigan Lake Lions Club Car Show was a 1947 Ford pickup truck that was completely customized and had the roof of the cab chopped off to make it into great-looking convertible. The owner of this rig – a fellow named Todd – describes it… Continue reading 1947 Ford Roadster Pickup

  Words and Photos: Clive Branson   If ever there was a Mopar car that was loved or hated for both its performance and unconventional looks, it has to be the 1970 Plymouth Roadrunner Superbird. With its eccentrically-high rear wing and its shark-snout front grille, it’s unique to say the least. But to Derek Ebner,… Continue reading Muscle Car Madness: 1970 Plymouth Roadrunner Superbird

  Words: Tommy Parry   After Cameron’s friend gave him a Willys tub for the convenient price of free-fifty, Cameron decided he’d take the opportunity to build a hot rod with parts saved from years of shop ownership. An ambitious man, Cameron felt he’d be able to finish the detailed build in a mere three… Continue reading Nefarious 1949 Willys CJ2A

  Words: Tommy Parry   Dean knew his way around classic Jeeps, but with this particular build, he set his sights quite high and needed to bring out the big guns to get it to where he wanted it to be. Fortunately, he started this project off with a healthy car; the engine, transmission, differentials… Continue reading Dean's Colorful Jeep CJ5

Photos and Text by Gary Rosier   Bill Kinstler of Holly Hill, Fl owns and built this 42 Chevy pick up. Bill likes to be different; as he has built a 50 Buick Special “Jet Back”, is currently working on a 47 Ford Cab-over powered by a 427 side-oiler, owns many different Harley motorcycles and… Continue reading Bill Kinstler's 'Cheap Thrills' '42 Chevy Pickup

  Words: Tommy Parry   When David grabbed this Chevelle back in the winter of 2010, he had high hopes but a modest budget to work with; he was just a freshman in high school. There were a few spots of rust and the need for a new motor, and for the moment, that was… Continue reading An Ambitious Kid's '70 Chevelle Pro Tourer

  Photos by: Chadly Johnson  Words by: Jon Hageness   I was obsessed with 1933 to 1942 Willys. Starting in the late 1980’s up until the early 2000’s I had built: A ‘31 Willys roadster, ‘32 Willys pick-up, ’35 Willys coupe, ’38 Willys 2dr sedan, ’39 Willys sedan delivery, ’40 Willys Australian Ute and a… Continue reading Jon Hageness’ 3 Window Coupe

  Words: Tommy Parry      Photos: Mike   As many of our builds begin, they start with big dreams and a convenient ignorance of the financial realities involved. It’s enthusiasm that gets the build off the ground, but a quick look at the checking account helps roll it into the garage, where it sits for five… Continue reading Mike's Immaculate Grand National