HOLY HOTROD: Saint Christopher, The Hemi-Powered 1934 Ford Coupe Hot Rod of the Year | EP26
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- Опубликовано: 10 авг 2023
- It's loud, it's fast, it's striped. And it's making hot-rodding hot again. An artistic expression of drag-racing culture, the hand-crafted 1934 Ford Coupe known as Saint Christopher must be doing something right. Crowned 2023 Hot Rod of the Year, the 331ci Hemi-powered masterpiece is a polarizing pinnacle of perfection with its intricate gold-leaf striping, dummied mechanical fuel injection, hidden Holley EFI, and cleverly-placed radiator.
Nicole ventures to South City Rod & Custom to meet with Bill Ganahl, the only person who could pull off Coby Gewertz's idea for his holy hot rod, unraveling the theory and method behind their design and cruising the Patron Saint of Travel through the California country side.
MORE ABOUT BILL GANAHL:
Son of the late magazine editor and hot-rodder Pat Ganahl, Bill owns and operates South City Rod & Custom in Hayward, California, full production shop specializing in complete custom builds.
Website: www.southcityrodandcustom.com
Instagram: / southcityrodandcustom
MORE ABOUT COBY GEWERTZ:
Coby grew up spending Sundays at the drag races. Now with a degree in graphic design, he has made a career designing Hollywood movie posters and ad campaigns. In his spare time, he created CHURCH, a brand merging his two greatest passions: the customized classic automobile, and his relentless appetite for high quality design.
Website: www.churchequipped.com
Instagram: / churchequipped
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I think I say it often but Nicole's enthusiasm is infectious. You can really tell she enjoys the vehicles and the craftmanship. And watching them trust her to drive their vehicles is really impressive.
Agreed. Seeing the smiles in both their faces while driving my car just made my day.
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Exactly why I enjoy these videos so much. Yes the cars are cool and the workmanship impressive but without Nicole I suspect the videos would not be near as fun or interesting the watch
How nice...thank you!!
@@propdoctor21564
I second that emotion. 🤗
Just got blown away watching this car and you being so excited! Thank you.
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thats a musical instrument
thanks for posting on a friday 🤘
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You don't need any stereos in a car when they sound like this. This thing makes bad ass music.
Yes it does!!! Thank you for watching!
My desk top pc is rattling the table. I feel the HP. Great theme Nicole. Always a surprise awaits.....till the next one. AMF
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"I suspect that he's seen it." I love that you said that, Nicole. I've read so many articles by Pat Ganahl over the years. HIs son did a really great job, and I am sure that his father is pleased.
Thank you...we feel the same!!
One thing I'm sure of is that he would tell me whether he liked it or not!!! But I'm hoping he's a fan wherever he is!
@@SouthCityRodandCustom Stunning car mate, the attention to detail throughout is spectacular.
C/S Pat Ganahl.
The look on Nicole’s face is hilarious when she starts it up. Lol
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Hi Nicole
love it or hate it, you can't deny it's a gem of a car. I personally love the car, unique in a sea of hot rods that all look similar! Excellent work. The way Bill drove it for the burnout!!! No fear, none! "is that your fingers?! Ugh!" LOL
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What an unusual paint scheme on a car. Loved your video Nicole and I'm loving me T- Shirt and decal. Thank you for sharing this video with us.
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Loved the Silent Film section where you're talking in the car but all we can hear is those headers. Such a fun car. Yet another awesome episode!
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It's ny day off and I'm about to head off to the Tire Shop.
Nope, a new Detour episode. I'm guess I'm not leaving for a half hour ☺️
Love it!! Thanks for watching!!
That was cool.
You both looked like two kids in a candie shop. The smile and nodding head of Bill says it all. All I can say is this was your best one yet Nicole. 🤗👍👍🤔
Their smiles were my favorite part as well. Appreciate that you enjoyed it as much as I did.
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I have to agree Nicole does the best job of interviewing people for these types of videos than anyone else I've seen yet
@propdoctor21564..Thank you!!
Nicole, your interviewing style is awesome. Your reaction to the first start up is why I enjoy your channel so much. You are so genuine, it's infectious. What a beautiful piece of machinery, I love the back story as much as the car. Well done.
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Thanks Jason.
Not a rod guy but I get it now!, noise, smell,vibrations and the classic lines coated in beautiful colors.I think you have to be standing beside this monster to appreciate it!.epic Nicole.
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I judge at the pismo show and the second I saw this car I fell in love with it. Gold Class Winner 23! Seeing it in person is an experience. Absolutely brilliant. Great video and I am jealous.
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Thank you very much! Pismo was a blast, we had a great time... see you again next year!
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Great looking hot rod and great driving as usual 👍
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That was great. I don’t know whether you and Bill have known each other for years, but it looks like you had a really relaxed and comfortable vibe going on.
What an amazing hot rod.
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I met Nicole just before we filmed this... but we get along great! Already feel like old friends
Love it. A beautiful video that captures the sound and feeling of an amazing hot rod. Incredible workmanship in all of the details. Love to see it rolling too and not tucked away in some garage. What a blast this would be to cruise the strip. The paint job very wild, I dig all the louvers and hiding modern FI inside the old school housing.
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The mention of -Rod & Custom- magazine brought back memories. I subscribed to it 1957-1961 (and still have most of those copies).
Awesome!! Thanks for sharing!!
You dad is with you I can see his passion in your work 😊
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Now that what a hotrod supposed to sound like, that's a badass machine and a very unique look. Just the sound of that motor would make me want to drive it everywhere all day long. Thanks for the show Nicole, I really enjoyed the ride.
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Thank you!
Fantastic! I know Pat is looking down with a BIG smile and proud look on his face! Thanks for a great video.
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Superlative craftsmanship and an excellent video. Thank you Nicole, Bill et al.
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Such a beautiful car. Glad to see it on the road … and hauling! What a great sound! 👏🏻
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Very very nice work, no barf bags needed here 😮😅😂 great show Nicole you find some of the best projects. 👍🤙🏁🏴☠️🇺🇸
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What an incredible build. Gets my thumbs up 👍
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I love love love the colors, the pin striping / gold leaf and of course the injected hemi on display and poking through the hood!
Thank you!
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This circle-pattern on the gold stripes is called "Perlage", in the watchmaking world.
Great car and video!
Thank You Both!
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You done knocked another one outta the park, Nicole 👏 can't explain why I get a lil' emotional between smiles every time, but whatever 🤗 thanks so much and keep up the good work... 👍👍
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Yea!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 What a great episode and a beautiful “Hot Rod”. 60’s and 70’s were my hay days for that paint style. Many of us with our V8 hot rods know very well how you feel between gears hearing that sound. Gets the adrenaline flowing huh? I look forward to every episode 🫵🏻👍🏻♥️
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Those two never stopped smiling through the whole journey! thats what that car is all about,what a fantastic motor!
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That was my observation as well. They sure looked to be having a great time.
Your presentation is always high quality, and your enthusiasm really shines through. I'm not a fan of the full fender style rods, but I love the attention to detail, and the build quality on this one. The paint job is also very cool!
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Wow! What a great car. What an engine!
Your reaction starting her up and giving it a few blips are priceless.
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Their reactions are indeed priceless. My favorite part.
Awesome & Beautiful!
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Absolutely in love with this car. I think this is the only time i've seen the builder egg Nicole on to go faster. Awesome high quality video, as usual.
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Masterpiece 🌟 Proof that cars can be true works of art🌠 Cars like this put a smile on your face much faster than any new Porsche, Lamborghini or Ferrari.
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Thank you, couldn't agree more!
I love it. The motor, the wheels and definitely the paint. Being a true hot rodder is being different.
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Agreed!
Wow! those guys gotta be proud! Thanks for showing me that car. Great video. Lotsa fun!
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What a way to make a day better thanks for great videos and real cars.
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Thank you, kindly!
Hemi and Flathead engines are the best Hot Rod engines. The sound is so great. Awesome Rod. Great work
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I just got so many ideas for my factory five cobra build from this vid. Have been thinking of similar, solids, but similar colors for my build. Now I have so much more thinking to do.
Great vid and build yall.
Awesome...best of luck with your build!!
Just.... unbelievable!!! this car encompasses so much! I think this is the best vid I've seen in over a year!
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Thank you, thats a huge compliment!
Not really a Hot Rod guy but, credit where it's due, that is an amazing machine - and the noise, the NOISE! Thanks for another great episode, Nicole.
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Again so much fun to watch. For sure this work of art on wheels, but also Nicole’s enthusiasm is what this show is all about. And great to see the creator of this beast enjoying every moment of this ride. Proud as a mom about her baby, and well, he should be. Epic🙌🙌
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That burnout was insane. What a great car. M/T valve covers are just perfect!
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Holy Sweet Mother of Dammmit Kids y'all had me at 34' Ford. Then y'all just kept making this episode better and better. That is One Sweet ride. Thank you Nicole and your crew for bringing this one to us. May y'all have a good one. Have fun take care
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@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour you're welcome
Wow! What a beautiful work of art ! There’s haters , because they don’t have it , or even thought to do that first , so much detail and awesome 👏
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Can't please every keyboard warrior eating hot pockets in mommy's basement.
Love these 30's/40's rods, what a badass animal he made out of it🐯 Awesome build and what a sound! It'll probably scare the shit outta people a lot, just like those chopper bikes🙀
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Billy has one of the best shops in the country, with a very talented crew. They helped us complete our magazine (HOT CARS) project car a couple of years back and did a fantastic job!
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Thanks Roy!
The craftsmanship on the hot rod was great , but your genuine enthusiasm for the cars you drive is always great to watch
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That thumbnail is so ROCKIN! Along with the exhaust note of the HEMI!,
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When I was a little fella 5 decades ago this is what hot rodding was all about.
Thanks Nicole for bringing us this fine time machine to savour and the team that spent thousands of hours is no less deserving of an awesome accolade. ✔️👍🏻😁
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It's nice seeing a car that good looking where they aren't afraid of dropping the hammer
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I don't have a truck and trailer .... so it's gotta be driven.
Nicole you're a rare breed! I wish every girl shared the same enthusiasm for cars that you do.
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I think I will always say this. I truly enjoy her enthusiasm as a full blown car culture person at heart. What can I say about this car. It is just absolutely stunning and awesome and truly amazing! Thank you Nicole on another great episode.
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Wow, thank you! Glad you like it!!
Beautiful ride! Awesome lady! Awesome gent! Thank you for clean fun entertainment. Love your channel!!!
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I’ve watched this so many times now. I keep smiling every time.
Can’t wipe the smiles off both your faces in this.
This is THE single best car you’ve ever had on the show. Love it
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Smiles for miles. I love it.
What an amazing beast! And, of course, tamed by Nicole! Thanks for taking us along for the ride.
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Love the smile on Bill's face for most of the drive
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holy moly. what a paint job. awesome craftsmenship . when I saw the thumbnail - your car choices and topics just always look very stylish and with an eye for design. same as your Detour-Logo. love your style.
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Thank you Joe.
That hot rod has a lot of love,blood, sweat and tears in it and it shows! Very nice.
Nicole you are just so darn likable! Keep doing what you do!
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Awesome video as ever. If you ever come over to the UK there is a lot a great stuff going on over here - before the petrol ban kicks in!
The craftsmanship, the touch of love on the entire beauty, freaking wild!
... And it's drivable! Bill rules. I couldn't be happier.
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Thank you! It was a lot of fun to take Coby's amazing vision and make it a reality!
Amazing Hot Rod. Outstanding workmanship and such attention to detail. Congratulations on the win at the Good Guys show. After seeing this, it's easy to see why you won...
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What a beautiful car and sound…. Such incredible creativity and thought into every part of the car….Bill and Coby, your parents are proud no matter where they are.
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Thank you, this was a special build for sure with all of us losing our dads along the process... but we're hoping they're all smiling down on us right now!
Thank you! Dad asked every day if the car was done right up until his passing.
One Bad Ass Hot Rod, done to perfection. Nicole and Co. has shot this like no other could. Thank you for a amazing video
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And every time she took off from a stop he was just grinning through each gear. They both enjoyed that beast of a hot rod!!!
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Holy cow, that first burnout blast was terrifying! My eyes went wide watching it on my PC. What a fantastic car, and yet another great Detour episode.
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Thank you! ALL the rpm's.
A bolt on parts catalog and a credit card are one thing. But people that spend untold hours in forethought, design and planning, then hand fabricating and fitting things together until they mate and function perfectly understand the time and tediousness involved in the process. Only these people can have a true appreciation for the finished product. Well done to you all.
A message to Nicole's husband. I am highly envious sir, well done to you as well.
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Thank you. Definitely a credit to Bill and his team. They are the real deal.
Nicole, you do such a great job as host. You let the builder or owner and the car be the star. Such a thrill to go for a ride in this car! I was grinning as much as you! Thanks to Coby and Bill for letting this happen!
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This is a piece of art! Both the show and the car are bold yet respectful... Amazing!
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Thank you! That "This is a piece of" comment could have gone either way. Hahaha.
Another masterpiece video by NICOLE who is the coolest woman on the planet ! I LOVE seeing your face when you start the car up...... and I must say you really took this car for a great ride ! Watching YOU is just as fun as watching the car ! Love how you come so close to the cars owner !
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Mid 50's and never owned a Ford. But.... Nicole's reaction on the first start up is priceless.
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Coby always has the coolest “toys”! Great video, looks like you had a blast. Honestly, who wouldn’t?
Thank you!!! I'd love to some day leave a positive mark on the hobby ... even it's only a small one.
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@@churchequipped I hope they make a miniature so I can park it next to my Van Go…
This channel and Nicole goes in so many directions and the cars chosen are perfectly all over the place - I love it! Thank you again Nicole for this new episode. The car was out of this world cool and the sound of that engine was pure music. I love that pure American hot rod sound when they were sitting at a stop street. If I had this car, I would start it every day and just let it idle so I could hear that sound.
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I'm a Brit who subscribed to all those hot rod mags back in the 80's. Just love hot rod's!!! I was a teen then now i'm 53 and the 34 is still my fave. Totally love it!! The paint job's bangin'!!!
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Happy to have ya on board .
Always the best content!! Why hasn’t Discovery or TLC given The Detour a series?? Get it together people. Omg I’m sure Bill did not expect to have so much fun in that passenger seat. He was like a kid on a roller coaster and couldn’t stop smiling.❤❤ The energy was infectious thanks 😊😊
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I was at the 2023 GNRS and yes this was the car that stood out to me without question. Thank you for giving it attention Nicole!
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Whoa, that roof is over the top...lol 👀 What an awesome build. Looks to me like you finally found a passenger who had some genuine fun being on the drinker`s side for the first time. I love your show Nicole. cool beans 👍
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Always cool to see an early Chrysler hemi come back to life .
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Love how this thing is holding up a middle finger to the world, but with a smile on its face. 100% HOT rod.
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As an engineer I can appreciate the build quality, fit and finish, and pure functionally. All in a very stylish package.
Thank you! I was actually waiting for "BUT" ... but there wasn't one.
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I love the rawness of the engine and wheels countered with the colors and details if the paintwork. Great '60's vibe that has been long lost. Great job by Coby and the crew and a great presentation and interview by Nicole. This will be an icon.
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When it comes to driving cool cars you’re the boss, Nicole!!!❤
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With headphones whilst listening on my tablet has you started it, Was bloody amazing girl 😂❤ I couldn't hear you but you looked so happy 😅
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Best car show on RUclips. I watch on my home theater and always raise the volume to 11 to hear those sweet engines. Neighbors probably think I'm insane.
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I did similar, to me it sounds just like the beginning of “409” by The Beach Boys ! My 4 speed , dual quad , posi-traction 409!!
My neighbors are gonna be pissed. The car is mighty loud.
Maybe you could have some “Church Equipped” branded barf bags, Ear plugs and eye shades… similar to the kit they give you on long flights…. It would be a fabulous way to meet all the neighbors! :)
Sounds like a pist off P-38 or P-51 strafing your ass
Haha, the look on his face when he gooses it.
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Outstanding 👏👏👏 Love prewar car's. Except for the chrome??
That's a 70s Hot Rod look when I was a kid 😍.... A garage full of Wonderful Toys 😳 you might give a short tour of the collection 🙂 👍...
Another great episode 😉🍻🍻🍻 ..
Happy Motoring 🤠✌️❤️
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@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Have you ever driven a Ford model T speedster 🤔..
A Challenge and great fun ☺️👏👏..
I took my grandfathers 1923 up Pike's Peak!! The adventure of a lifetime 👍☺️
Happy Motoring 🤠✌️❤️
No I have not! Sounds terrifying to take it up Pikes Peak. I was there this year and those cliffs are legit!!!!
Awesome car. I love it.
Nicole, please come and take to me about my 08 Bullitt Mustang
Just so immaculant! I love how the engine torques the whole car.
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Dig it!!!
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though I'm not into hot rods but i cannot deny that they did great job and deserve the prize they get .
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Really sweet car! When I was growing up it wasn't uncommon to see older Fords with Chrysler drive trains in them. My older brother's best friend had a hot rod Ford with a 340 6 pack in it. That was in the late 70's. The paint job I instantly associated with the 60's. Really like the paint job and the quality of it.
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Thank you, it's nice when someone "gets" the paint job... obviously not everyone understands the inspiration!
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I've been following this car since it made the Rodder's Journal cover in bare metal. It's fantastic to see it in motion, and to get to see all the detail...Mind blown! I enjoy how polarizing it is, but I totally get it. Amazing car. Thanks for featuring it, thanks to Bill for building it, and thanks Nicole and Crew for another superlative episode! ✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦
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Thanks for keeping tabs on the and appreciating the work that went into it.
Its been a long road, thanks for following the saga!
@@churchequipped how could I not?! I'm amazed you have answered. Really a timeless work of art. I love it through and through. Wouldn't change a bolt, as it's an instant classic. Love it!
@@SouthCityRodandCustom Bill, my gawd...There really are no words to describe this coupe in this age. The "kids" don't get it. When I first glimpsed the Hot Rod cover, I went "What?!"
Then I instantly saw the mid/late '60's drag influence in everything, and fell in love. Thanks to you and your crew, bill; so, so, f√€king cool!!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦
I like it... I like it a-lot! I love Lifesavers candy inspired paint jobs. 60's-70's had the coolest paint styles.
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Love it! Looks cool and sounds amazing! 👍
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Great job with the build Bill! I love seeing your dad’s “Low Buck Special” mounted on the wall. He’s greatly missed.
Thank you! I was very happy to be able to get the Lowbuck Special back, and it means even more to me now.
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Thanks for this, Nicole. Again, it's not just about the car, but the wonderful care, passion and dedication in the stories behind them. Brilliant stuff Nicole.
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Obviously an outstanding show car with history behind it, but it drives well and sounds EPIC! Another top notch choice Nicole. Great job. With that sound all around you and the stacks in front, was it hard to keep your foot out of it? It made me want to jump in and rip a quarter mile just watching the video. Classic hot rod for sure!
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Thank you!
@@churchequipped Absolutely! Beautiful build brother.
I'm not sure who had the better time on this drive Nicole or Bill. They both seemed to be having a blast and Bill was smiling the whole time. I "grew up" reading Everything that Pat wrote. Even tho I never met him he was a big influence in my car life. I miss his writing very much. And as the Late Great Gray Baskerville said It's Soooo Bitchin.'
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I hope Gray and my dad are cutting it up together wherever they are right now... thanks for the kind words!
The paint is absolutely stunning, clearly well thought out and just as well implemented and sets this thing apart. I suspect those hating on it for that reason are also not very fun at parties. 😝
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Correc. LOTS of planning to get the stripes looking right, but haters will always hate.