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more gnrs 2012

2012-01-29T18:16:00.005+01:00

It obivously isn't just about roadsters. So there's plenty to see for almost any taste. Which is not always in favor for us traditional guys who are known for having an exquisite eye for the beauty and therefore having to cope with quite a lot of billet and big wheels and cheesy interior designs. But let's get back to the highlights of the show. I just added more pics to the gallery. And there's still more to come.

Jorge Zaragoza's Rolling Bones built 1932 three window.

Rick Dore built this Lincoln Zephyr for James Hetfield.

This Merc was one of my favorites.

Another favorite car at the show: Goran Lassell's 1948 Merc sported a gorgeous new paintjob and interior.

Yes it used to be satin green.

Goran Lassell's 1952 Chevy two door sedan.

Historic lakes roadster.

Nick Hanson's freshly built 1929 roadster was perfect in every way.

grand national roadster show 2012: suede palace

2012-01-28T15:58:00.008+01:00

With its first edition in 1950, the Grand National Roadster Show is one of the world's oldest car shows. I just came back from a friday afternoon at the suede place and took a bunch of pictures... See what I saw.

zephyr tattoo

2012-01-25T22:17:00.003+01:00

Richie Soto, owner and builder of the bare metal Lincoln Zephyr just sent me a photo of his latest tattoo. As a reference, he choose one of the photos I took of his car. Hell, it's the first time to see one of my pics tattoed, so I'm pretty stoked. The tattoo was done by Tim Hendricks of Gold Rush Tattoo in Costa Mesa.

dry lake

2012-01-25T00:25:00.001+01:00

riviebay

2012-01-24T00:18:00.005+01:00

Once in a while or let's say almost every night before I go to sleep I quickly check what's going on at the virtual used car lot. It's rare that you see decent photography in an ad. But this one caught my attention. And the Riviera isn't bad either. (photos © seller)

boulevard bombers

2012-01-23T09:45:00.001+01:00

fleetside

2012-01-21T13:05:00.003+01:00

glowing for gold

2012-01-20T08:22:00.002+01:00

motel california

2012-01-19T11:38:00.002+01:00

down by the bayou

2012-01-17T12:32:00.007+01:00

When it comes to making use of their cars in style, the Los Boulevardos know how to roll. For the second time, they held their Cruise To The Bay, wonderfully captured on photos by buenasuertegirl. And after enjoying the fabulous slideshow all I know is: When I grow up I want to be a Boulevardo.
(photos © buenasuertegirl)

manic monday

2012-01-16T22:04:00.004+01:00

Mondays suck. Weekends rule. Especially summer weekends. Just like the one in August when I took the 49 for a spin around the village just to find that cool old building not far from my shop.

the wall

2012-01-12T14:38:00.001+01:00

I still can't get enough of Richie Soto's 1939 Zephyr. This is another outtake from the photoshoot with this bare metal beauty.

more helps more

2012-01-10T22:55:00.004+01:00

If you think a V8 isn't even half the fun and one engine is no engine, then this supercharged twin V-16 speed boat might be a good start for you. It was built in the early 1930s combining two 1,113-cubic-inch engines, each of them rated to 930hp. Read more about Miss America VIII, yes that's how this boat was named, on Hemmings. Ship ahoy.

behind the scenes

2012-01-10T10:15:00.004+01:00

This probably doesn't look like your neighbor's backyard. I took it one year ago in the Mojave desert. And now that you might have recognized some of the cars, you'll know the name of the custom builder who owns this hidden parking lot.

deacons in the dust

2012-01-06T14:00:00.001+01:00

The Deacons from San Diego are one of the clubs to be praised for bringing back the soul into hot rodding in the mid to late 1990s. During their trip to Paso in 2002, they obviously had some fun in the dirt, wonderfully captured on film by photographer Stacey Holland. Enjoy this set and have a great weekend.
(photos © the daily machine)

one winter afternoon

2012-01-04T13:22:00.004+01:00

A memory from a cool and cold winter afternoon. Nicolas Wolleb, a talented young photographer from Switzerland, shot my ride two years ago. (photo © Cyclone Photography)

simplicity

2012-01-02T23:54:00.007+01:00

Simplicity is the glory of expression.

Walt Whitman

(photo © Howard Gribble)

coupe of frankfurt

2012-01-01T19:18:00.011+01:00

What better way to start the new year than with a fresh hot rod build? My buddy Andre from Frankfurt, Germany together with Godi from the Hot Rod Garage is currently building this traditional model A coupe and sent me a couple of nice shots from his shop. Stance and proportions are right on and the hearty chop makes for that sinister look we coupe lovers dig. Using the factory model A grille instead of a 32 shell is a nice change as well as the Opel headlights. For the "making of", check out the two extensive build threads Andre published on the HAMB: part 1 and part 2. Happy new year!
(photos © Jürgen Köhler)

season's greetings from LOWTECH

2011-12-25T14:56:00.003+01:00

We at the LOWTECH headquarters wish you all a merry christmas and a happy new year! Thank you all for the support and see you on the road in 2012.

nomadic

2011-12-22T12:49:00.002+01:00

nomadic you, nomadic me. i'm walking on my knees
nomadic you, nomadic me. a lot of things to see
i got a ticket for a nowhere ride,
everyday i've been a bit outside
nomadic you

(photo © Gregory Bojorquez)

summer flashback: kustom paint

2011-12-20T21:55:00.004+01:00

Welcome to the wonderful world of kustom paintjobs. Seen at the Cruisin Nationals in Santa Maria.

usa trip 1966

2011-12-19T12:46:00.005+01:00

This old thread was just brought to top again on the HAMB. It was posted by member flatoz who's dad together with some friends did the hot rodder's trip of a lifetime... in 1966! The pictures and stories are just amazing. (via HAMB)

summer flashback: cruising

2011-12-16T00:45:00.003+01:00

Just Cruisin'
Where, baby, I don't care
Just Cruisin'
As long as you take me there
Just Cruisin'
Somewhere to clear my mind

pre-war dry lakes racing

2011-12-15T09:44:00.007+01:00

The roots of hot rodding on 8 mm film: Enjoy this fantastic footage of some pre-war dry lakes race action. UPDATE: The video was posted on the HAMB as well where Jimmy B added some interesting info about the cars and drivers shown. (via FUEL)

mooneyes x-mas by primer podcast

2011-12-13T22:31:00.002+01:00

It's hard to think of a car show under blue skies just a couple of days before x-mas, but that's the annual Mooneyes X-Mas Party in Irwindale. Check out some nice pics by PrimerPodcast. And consider moving to So-Cal.