Car Craft ‘Grab Bag’ Part 5

Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Car Craft ‘Grab Bag’ Part 5

Yes, I lied when I said Part 4 was the last one in this series. I just keep finding a few more gems that are worth sharing, so… continue reading »

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The Silhouette in Three Forms

Friday, September 11, 2015
The Silhouette in Three Forms

Most people will argue that show rods are nothing more than static artwork. They’re combinations of fiberglass and metal loaded with gallons of chrome and paint that will… continue reading »

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Late Custom

Friday, September 4, 2015
Late Custom

Times change, trends shift and the idea of “in�? and “out�? fluctuate more often than anyone can keep track of. It’s been said that a tasteful custom never… continue reading »

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Car Craft “Grab Bag” Part 1: Custom License Backets

Thursday, August 27, 2015
Car Craft “Grab Bag” Part 1: Custom License Backets

Obviously I’ve been on a ‘little pages’ kick for a little while, but bear with me, I think there are some gems to be discovered. Case in point… continue reading »

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Detroit vs. the Customizers

Thursday, August 20, 2015
Detroit vs. the Customizers

Below is a great article from the June 1956 issue of Rod & Custom where the question was put forward, “Who’s Copying Whom?” Were Detroit designers getting all… continue reading »

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Did the Right Car Win?

Tuesday, August 18, 2015
Did the Right Car Win?

I recently got home from the Pebble Beach weekend and I was completely wiped out– It was 4 straight days of cool cars, fun events, and many good buddies all… continue reading »

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The Muddy and Mild Merc!

Tuesday, August 11, 2015
The Muddy and Mild Merc!

Here’s a tale of woe for you gents- Long before the invention of a “Carfax”, let alone the internet, it was much harder to track the complete history of a… continue reading »

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A Rare Business Coupe: The Adamson ’42

Tuesday, August 4, 2015
A Rare Business Coupe: The Adamson ’42

Somehow this super rare 1942 Ford has eluded much mention in recent years, despite being a very cool custom (’42 models were the lowest production year since 1910, and… continue reading »

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