Let's start things off gingerly with a couple which slipped through the net from last year. The genuine patina justifies the otherwise boring subject, I think:
On to last weekend, we visited the Beach Hop, an event held at a coastal tourist town which sees (mostly) classic US car owners gathering for a 5 day long celebration of all things 1950's and 1960's. By 'all things', I mean of course hot rods, dancing and grease-style music; about as accurate a portrayal of the era as the questionable mods to many of the cars.
This one was ace, granted.
This is the worst that I could draw myself to photograph but gives you the idea. Efforts like this were far outweighed by much more professional, expensive and repulsive versions though.
Perfect antidote.
Love the dustbin lids.
At first I hated this but then discovered it was based on a Hilux chassis! Took the time to look closely and it had some lovely detailing but I think it'd look even better on steel wheels.
Oooh.
Worthy of two shots, I reckon. Was for sale for 'offers over $0'
Not as cool as the real thing but I'd be lying if I couldn't see the appeal, especially in that setting.
Skinny steels denote 1.9 4 cylinder engine. HOT PURSUIT VEHICLE
Getting a bit common now. Can't say I have any interest in any Falcons prior to this model.
A rare ute I assume, wherever you are in the world.
Obviously unaware of the 'less is more' concept.
I've never seen a Z3 on bottle tops but reckon it works very well. Bet it'd look even better on some 70's BMW steels.
OSF or OFS (One For Seth)?
One for start, since he seems to have never seen a Sierra Sapphire over here. Note comedy exhaust extension.
Nice Charger but the Camaro in the background epitomises most owners' idea of tasteful wheels, sadly.
I'm very partial to an HQ Holden but the whitewalls and lowering to this one leave me cold.....
This one though is absolutely spot-on and my personal favourite car of the day. Have 2 shots to celebrate.
PHWOAR!
Lovely Girls. Kenjonbro, eat your heart out.
Spotted this on the way to the show and knew I'd have to stop on the way home for a gander, just in case the sale price was within budget. Sadly not but what a bobby dazzler.
Other than putting back a door mirror, I don't think there's a single thing I'd change to this. It even appealed to Mrs_Jon who is now absolutely convinced that one of these would be a viable camper van proposition. Once again, no apologies for two shots.
Just a shame they were asking $12000 but I reckon if I had that amount of disposable income, I'd be sorely tempted.
