Buenos Aires to New York

Monday, November 16, 2009
Buenos Aires to New York

This is pretty bitchin’. In 1941, two Argentineans got a hair up their asses to drive their model-t speedster from Buenos Aires to New York. They gathered some… continue reading »

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Mechanical Mysteries in Martinez

Friday, November 13, 2009
Mechanical Mysteries in Martinez

My buddy shot these pics through the glass of the closed Contra Costa Historical Society in Martinez, Ca. back in the Spring of ’08. The exhibit was called… continue reading »

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Vintage Cabovers & Transporters

Thursday, November 12, 2009
Vintage Cabovers & Transporters

Someone sent me this great vintage photo collection of 40s and 50s auto transporters. I love the color coordinated trucks and trailers, some featuring covered bellies and Art… continue reading »

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Experimental Corvette SS

Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Experimental Corvette SS

Last night I was laying in bed with the T.V. on and using the sounds of a cheesy old Elvis movie to put me to sleep. I don’t… continue reading »

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Bleed’s New Truck

Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Bleed’s New Truck

So Bob Bleed did it again. He found yet another 50’s era survivor. This one is a ’34 truck done in a very specific late 1950’s style with… continue reading »

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Dean Batchelor 1927-1994

Monday, November 9, 2009
Dean Batchelor 1927-1994

Editor’s note: Well folks… I’ve got a special treat for ya. If you’re a fan of vintage imagery, you know Ron Kellogg’s name. He is the current owner… continue reading »

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The Orr Trophies

Friday, November 6, 2009
The Orr Trophies

Karl and Veda Orr represent the first family of hot rodding. In 1940, Karl opened up what many to believe to be the first speed shop in Southern… continue reading »

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San Francisco Hot Rod… 1951

Thursday, November 5, 2009
San Francisco Hot Rod… 1951

I used to help run a few hot rod shows in Northern California, and one of my favorite jobs was receiving cool pictures with entry forms. Sometimes I… continue reading »

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