https://www.brownautodesign.com/gallery daily 1.0 2022-09-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328173167-HQRUGMSECL8ET6IFZ3TN/GTX.jpg gallery - 1971 Plymouth GTX Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328166517-HBKWET3IH0TSFMM69RQF/GTX+pic.jpg gallery - 1971 Plymouth GTX Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328061933-DCHJ6I0IZ7XS3YLPXZK0/camaro.jpg gallery - 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328052257-MN5A9TEMA506MJSPEH5K/Camaro+pic.jpg gallery - 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328146852-DX3HYIR87GBXWW18L2H3/exterminator.jpg gallery - 1957 Chevrolet Gasser "The Exterminator" Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328133992-ORCBV0JJR9WD4ULKDMFM/exterminator+pic.jpg gallery - 1957 Chevrolet Gasser "The Exterminator" Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328073840-PJIMS7YNWSWU7O48Y02G/Chevelle.jpg gallery - 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328073096-Y33LBVOV6SVX7OMWBHP8/Chevelle+pic.jpg gallery - 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328181257-TIHB7MJPMCCAGJ27AQHA/gtorendo3.jpg gallery - 1970 Pontiac GTO Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328160674-XZGL2THZ3HL2MDB4Z69C/GTO+pic.jpg gallery - 1970 Pontiac GTO Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328160201-LRLZUOPR9XY0PL1OM9YC/GANGREEN.jpg gallery - 1964 Chevrolet Nova Gasser "Gangreen" Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328151306-AHO9VHS32SFXAXZXOQNT/gangreen+pic.jpg gallery - 1964 Chevrolet Nova Gasser "Gangreen" Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328042352-FQYOGJUOS5I1L7EHR1KG/71+Chevelle.jpg gallery - 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328032007-WDEY1MSELTO4Y6DPQCYQ/71+chevelle+final+%281%29.jpg gallery - 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328004688-6FS2J5NCLUDGBTLT63S2/05+mustang.jpg gallery - 2005 Ford Mustang Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558327993278-OJH11EESF7RIU35WJNW5/05+mustang+pic.jpg gallery - 2005 Ford Mustang GT Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328014807-0BOBYK6DH35H2R0UDL5G/69mustangredf.jpg gallery - 1969 Ford Mustang Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328061988-4JRDVJFYK5AWXJ2OXCYR/69+mustang+pic.jpg gallery - 1969 Ford Mustang Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328190072-2AJZKID1QCLCKUBA2N26/marauder.jpg gallery - 1964 Mercury Marauder Parnelli Jones Tribute Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328190191-NP1XBADX3LT154SHXR0L/marauder+pic+small.jpg gallery - 1964 Mercury Marauder Parnelli Jones Tribute Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328216798-OBCB8I7A1GS4FP6GXXT4/torinosmc.jpg gallery - 1971 Ford Torino Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328215447-J3192MH1A69J9A89GPX7/torino+pic+small.jpg gallery - 1971 Ford Torino Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328082496-76N0TS70XLUYS0HH2KUZ/dart.jpg gallery - 1969 Dodge Dart Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328082236-AGLAGZFATRNPGYA82NQN/dartpic.jpg gallery - 1969 Dodge Dart Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328090423-SDZMPP84K4ATA1CY30GC/elcamino.jpg gallery - 1970 Chevrolet El Camino Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328135712-XR0O90ZKSMS5SMSOY9TG/elcamino+019.jpg gallery - 1970 Chevrolet El Camino Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328184829-FK6927J7XEHT2PO1ETHG/Gurney+Cougar.jpg gallery - 1967 Mercury Cougar Dan Gurney Tribute Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328179598-L2EO8JUCLVTVNMBTERWW/gurney+cougar+pic.jpg gallery - 1967 Mercury Cougar Dan Gurney Tribute Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328210851-0RUGYH9GDXWX0DJHE5WM/THUNDERBOLT.jpg gallery - 1964 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328212016-O5YFHLLJEPLZ0IM5YAS2/thunderbolt+pic.jpg gallery - 1964 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328195540-KVY8WSTNSL4HZ32VSDBW/roadrunner.jpg gallery - 1968 Plymouth Roadrunner Designed on the Discovery TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558328199257-Z6SMT94D6D3F8B7MCF8R/roadrunner+pic.jpg gallery - 1968 Plymouth Roadrunner Built at Barry’s Speed Shop for the Discovery Channel TV series Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329545575-74XNXV095KZYMT4HSM4H/surfwagon2.jpg gallery - 2004 Ford Focus Surfwagon Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2004 SEMA Show. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329546236-ALO6PD1ZB17J3ND9HSWV/surfwagon+pic.jpg gallery - 2004 Ford Focus Surfwagon Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2004 SEMA Show. Built by Barry’s Speed Shop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329521066-OIVAK650LUAQP91FLNEY/05+mustang.jpg gallery - 2005 Ford Mustang GT Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2005 SEMA Show and on the Discovery Channel television series, Wrecks to Riches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329518620-RWUNV00ZXKHPZGVDAAZ0/05+mustang+pic.jpg gallery - 2005 Ford Mustang GT Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2005 SEMA Show and on the Discovery Channel television series, Wrecks to Riches. Built by Barry’s Speed Shop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329542325-LKYCTK8RKY8HMKJ3M19L/sport+trac.jpg gallery - 2006 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2006 SEMA Show. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329542550-H1DPIEMVW834PW1G3QVR/sport+trac+pic.jpg gallery - 2006 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2006 SEMA Show. Built by Barry’s Speed Shop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329534683-YGLM3C6M5QQAPVMSIHVA/mkxsport4.jpg gallery - 2007 Lincoln MKX Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2007 SEMA Show and the Lincoln booth at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558329536858-T2UG65G491R4CRTA9XDO/MKXsport+pic.jpg gallery - 2007 Lincoln MKX Concept for Ford Motor Company. Featured in their booth at the 2007 SEMA Show and the Lincoln booth at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Built by Barry’s Speed Shop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561087698051-S1LLGKN2SZ5C0M6FZYV4/F32+red.jpg gallery - F-32 Concept Rendering The concept was to reinterpret the 1932 Ford roadster using 1950’s Italian sports cars as the theme. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561087793230-FLKDZX94ZFJQ2JOI4DEH/F32+promo+%281%29.jpg gallery - Dennis DeCamp's F-32 The lines have a subtle arc from front to back, both in plan view and in side profile. This eliminates the unusual reflections in the cowl area of a stock Deuce. Also notice the subtle “S” curve in the side of the body! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561087718383-7P1213V6IL3NNDRGY6Q0/f32pictures+065.jpg gallery - Dennis DeCamp's F-32 The crew at Marcel’s Custom Metal created the one-of-a-kind aluminum body for F-32. One of the many unique details that you see in this photo is also a first for a hot rod. The suicide doors dive into the bodywork instead of swinging outside the body like other hot rods. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561087723243-B6632DUJH5W5E5Q8UYOK/f32pictures+077.jpg gallery - Dennis DeCamp's F-32 The subtle arcs through the sides of the body give the car a muscular look . The one-off machined aluminum wheels were texture painted to make them look cast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561087709567-U10ASN6ZXQNLS3Y8J4JR/f32interiorred.jpg gallery - F-32 Interior Rendering The Italian influence continued into the interior with handmade leather racing seats, one-off gauges, toggle switch panel and gated shifter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561087679956-BURL6O96VD7AQC6ZL0E4/F32+Interior+2.jpg gallery - Dennis DeCamp's F-32 The tachometer is in the center of the speedometer in these one-off gauges that Classic Instruments developed for us. All structural elements had an i-beam profile, with the centers sandblasted and lightning-holed. this detail can be seen in the steering wheel and the column drop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561087679574-UOCBNY8CSED7OI8FCL5G/F32+Interior+1.jpg gallery - Dennis DeCamp's F-32 The team at Gabe’s Custom Upholstery did an amazing job on the interior. Grommets were used to help cool your back when driving. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558330412948-K7QNUCSR8P34Y0F4239Q/34chevyroadster.jpg gallery - 1934 Chevrolet One-off 1934 Chevrolet designed for Custom Autosound. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558330412802-EDUNZAB1T6FPOXPEANY6/34chevyroadster+pic.jpg gallery - 1934 Chevrolet One-off 1934 Chevrolet built by Barry’s Speed Shop for Custom Autosound. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558330430767-SPD4XHY04L51X6KLE6QL/c36rendering1.jpg gallery - Kent Matranga's Concept 36 One-off 1936 Ford designed for Kent Matranga. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558330423961-62RTLGL2FKGZ5E2GNBLH/c36+pic.jpg gallery - Kent Matranga's Concept 36 One-off 1936 Ford sculpted by Chris Brown and built by Barry’s Speed Shop for Kent Matranga. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558589858895-QT55R4VZ9S6ISNSTRXC0/Console+study+4b.jpg gallery - Kent Matranga's Concept 36 Interior design update for Kent Matranga’s Concept 36. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558330428303-CT0L1EPTR05FX3ONYU00/cab5a.jpg gallery - Richard Berg's Checker Cab Checker cab designed for Richard Berg. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558589858783-2Q60GZZPGNS6DNNAYYLC/XQ6V0130.JPG gallery - Richard Berg's Checker Cab Checker cab built by Barry’s Speed Shop for Richard Berg. Features include a supercharged 426 HEMI and Bay Shores Cab Company graphics by Phil Whetstone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558330421380-5KZ1603A8L1XKBNFJVS5/Boydster+II+Interior+Sketches1c.jpg gallery - Boydster II Interior for Bob Matranga Interior update for Bob Matranga’s all-steel Boydster II (originally built by Boyd Coddignton for Gil Losi). Upholstered by Gabe’s Custom Interiors. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558330432594-EFZTFU3AZG0LD20CUJY1/impact+interior.jpg gallery - Interior for Richard Berg's Impact Winner of America’s Most Beautiful Roadster 2001. Interior designed for Richard Berg’s one-off 1933 Ford -inspired Impact built by Barry’s Speed Shop. Upholstery by Gabe’s Custom Interiors. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561089654445-GH8JEW9VPXGKDWJAME6X/Law+1967+Corvette+exterior+final+13x19.jpg gallery - Allen Law's 1967 Corvette Concept rendering of a pro-touring Corvette. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561089653427-GBQI5W4OZQE6BK4YCF21/kugel1b.jpg gallery - Kugel Komponents Muroc Bonneville Race Car Racing livery design for Jerry Kugel of Kugel Komponents for his one of ten Muroc roadster. The car was driven from LaHabra, California to Bonneville. The whole family ran the car (eventually to 225mph), then driven back home! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1561089666711-9BHMCT3Z4BUH7NXJDF5A/marlin.jpg gallery - Ken Farrell's 1965 Rambler Marlin Rambler Marlin pro-touring concept. for Ken Farrell at FITech. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970914729-9OSS5W8OIIVCMPDFVQBT/57chevygascartoon.jpg gallery - 1957 Chevy Gas Tank Cartoon Cartoon for a tech article in Chevy High Performance magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970915271-0CJO7XKWW1ZEFIYIGEXV/2010invitation4.jpg gallery - Petersen Automotive Museum Gala Invitation Historic drag racing photographs were used to create an invitation celebrating an associated exhibit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970923016-MW8Y0YR8G0Y9PX0WOYCI/Atlas.jpg gallery - Atlas/ Allied Concept rendering for and Atlas or Allied body (a copy of the Cisitalia) for Kit Car Builder magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970937626-5OLGWB9GKUIUPTJ7DE7L/Glaspar.jpg gallery - Glaspar/ Woodill Concept rendering for a Glaspar or Woodill body for Kit Car Builder magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970975033-FPZ65YULPC29B0GDFGS2/Porsche+Panel+Delivery.jpg gallery - Porsche 356 Sedan Delivery What if the German coachbuilder Reutter (who made the bodies of the 356 for Porsche) made a shop truck? This concept rendering was created for Kit Car Builder magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970933183-TH49X74LJHMVOG7SYEI2/camaro+clutch+cartoon.jpg gallery - Chevrolet Camaro Clutch Expolsion Cartoon A cartoon created for a tech feature in Camaro Performers magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1560633929229-A3O9CBYQI1JXHZMU9LGT/collage+1.jpg gallery - Classic Auto Appraiser Cover Art Appraisal cover art featuring details from various client vehicles for Classic Auto Appraiser. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970937877-5J1D6T0NICXJA9937RGA/gnome+juice.jpg gallery - Gnome Juice Labels Created humorous graphics and text for a line of detail products. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970974044-8SRSG3J8A1CLB1SVFPPZ/Pontiac+600+Paint+Job.jpg gallery - Paint Jobs While You Wait Artwork created for Brian Lohnes’ column in Chevy High Performance magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970979298-YVNKXIWI85QN79FXE4QY/Really+Bad+Penny+2.jpg gallery - Bad Penny Cartoon Cartoon of Steve Rupp’s 1968 Camaro “Bad Penny” created for Camaro Performaers magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970979299-EQIBURL46R2Q8J1AUIML/round+door+34B.jpg gallery - Round Door '34 Reimagined the one-of-a-kind “Round Door Rolls” 1925/34 Rolls Royce Phantom I Aerodynamic Coupe scaled down to a 1934 Ford hot rod. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970983839-JX7VNTAUVGP4ZZ7XH7HC/Santa.jpg gallery - Santa's Sleigh A Christmas illustration featuring Santa’s ElCamino sleigh and its 8 tiny reindeer created for Chevrolet High Performance magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1558970982747-1ECRMSGJUK9EPPS5TMZ1/volt+flattened.jpg gallery - Chevrolet Volt Cartoon Cartoon of Nick Licata and his Chevy Volt his column in Chevy High Performance magazine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1560639720469-VBBCPGI93ONEXJPPLHYN/Petersen+Cars+painting.jpg gallery - The Petersen Collection 21 vehicles from the Petersen Automotive Museum Collection are represented in this painting. Can you find them all? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593297414428-YY65UM52A5WU89NRCRN0/1964+Ford+Galaxie+Matranga+3.jpg gallery - Bob Matranga's 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 This Galaxie is being built in-house at Matranga Hot Rods. It features a 427 SOHC motor/ 6-speed, Roadster Shop chassis, and a bench seat, plus loads of subtle mods to make you wonder, “Did they come that way?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308062895-YZB65W90UQATHI54SSFZ/Galaxie+Front.jpg gallery - Bob Matranga's 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 A handmade teardrop hood, tucked and narrowed bumpers and ET Mags give the car an aggressive look. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308062840-MCLZ7RECQESVW2LU7IT7/Galaxie+side.jpg gallery - Bob Matranga's 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 A vintage 427 SOHC mated to a 6-speed powers this trimmed down profile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593297413463-KAY07Z4360FAWU9NDFXR/Muroc+II+Interior+Gray+6.jpg gallery - Muroc II Interior The interior is just one part of an extensive update on Kent Matranga’s Muroc II roadster being performed at Matranga Hot Rods to give it more attitude. Upholstery by Gabe’s Custom Interiors. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308063696-IFF8KPSPWCO8EKSVKD98/Muroc+interior.jpg gallery - Muroc II Interior Kent Matranga’s Muroc II went through a major update. A unique, leather-covered gauge insert flows from the dash down through the console. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308064770-Z5Q7AZZA3MCZLWYXC3U3/Muroc+Side+View.jpg gallery - Muroc II Subtle updates took Kent Matranga’s Muroc II from a show car trailer queen to a hot rod that is begging to hit the road. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308064652-MHUSQA21H1E1UQ8W36JQ/Muroc+Seats.jpg gallery - Muroc II Seats We worked closely with Gabe’s Custom Interiors to create an interior that is both comfortable and great looking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308065462-5N3NH39R0CJ2Z36TKGQ6/Muroc+Steering+Wheel.jpg gallery - Muroc II The original polished steering wheel was painted and a new hand-painted horn button was installed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308065567-FBJTC3QV1DB9OZ3B0QGA/Muroc+Wheel.jpg gallery - Muroc II The original polished wheels were texture painted for a vintage look and new hand-painted center caps installed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663308063826-KBTHKWLXMC01GC0XDAOW/Muroc+Rear.jpg gallery - Muroc II Kent Matranga’s Muroc II sits right and looks great. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1663309475630-GIW6ITYI1GHA3G7G1T2D/Muroc+headlight.jpg gallery - Muroc II Custom front turn signals were designed to compliment the headlight’s shape and add to the Art Deco detailing throughout the car. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593297410833-HRWCLI11TG59RRDTR92Z/Balman+Ranchero+V4.jpg gallery - Steve Balman's 1979 Ford Ranchero Steve's building an updated version of a cool custom truck he had long ago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546637701-FTK283FA4ROH1D02JH6H/55+Exterior+Rendering+Final+2.jpg gallery - Bob & Elaine Matranga's Brute Force 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Every journey needs a road map. This rendering kept us focused on the destination. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546644949-2XXACJY9IPO3NU38N9DA/Brute+Force+Front+Three+Quarter+2.jpg gallery - Bob And Elaine Matranga's Brute Force Clean lines and subtle modifications are what this ‘55 Chevy is all about. Laser-straight bodywork by Mick’s Paint gives it that look of precision. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546645407-0GB22IX5DIR5POQ91PM8/Brute+Force+front+with+callouts+2.jpg gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546643900-TWVP4AUF57YSUU6TVUF0/Brute+Force+Front+Fender+2.jpg gallery - Unique Finishes We worked with QCP Enterprises to develop the Unobtanium Bronze finish used on the wheels, suspension, pan assembly and side trim. Each part was painstakingly line-grained by hand in directions that accentuate the surfaces. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593548852751-H91ICW45UI3L48Y2D3SB/Brute+Force+Front+Close+Up+2.jpg gallery - Focus On The Details Custom -etched projector lamps are held in place with ball-and-socket style trim rings that allow adjustments without the unsightly gap. Parking lamps are scaled-down and mimic the taillight arch design. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546660272-AXHGAE4BIRRK72UDG1PJ/Brute+Force+Rear+View.jpg gallery - A Dramatic Profile A 3/4” chop, re-contoured front sheet metal, flipped and tucked bumpers and a 2 -inch rake gives it just the right attitude. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546660488-I1S5P0LL7KROSXOJDAI2/Brute+Force+rear+with+callouts+2.jpg gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546650386-K9ZDHUJSRBB9GETK8IGA/Brute+Force+Rear+Close+Up+2.jpg gallery - Dramatic Detailing For An Iconic Shape How do you make a dramatic change in an iconic shape? We got rid of the back up lenses and designed LED-powered light pipes to create drama. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546649194-SL43Z0XVCK5WW4ZP63SC/Brute+Force+Proportions+2.jpg gallery - Just A Little Nip And Tuck Subtle changes make for dramatic improvements. The front sheetmetal gently slopes down to get the front bumper closer to the ground. A slight chop and flush window trim makes a sleeker profile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546639992-VG6FBSWXWC28HK4BLF3B/Brute+Force+Complex+Corner+2.jpg gallery - More Modifications Per Square Inch One of my favorite spots on the car. Here you see the chopped top, rain gutters removed, door corner radiused, flush trim and chopped windshield with a custom double pinstripe detail. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546642073-CNFCEA5BXGR1CIZQDZD9/Brute+Force+Engine+Rendering+2.jpg gallery - Beautifying The Beast A 540 -inch Merlin block with Arias Hemi-heads takes up a lot of space. Running duct work between the inner and outer fenders to go from the turbos to the intercoolers helped to control clutter in the engine bay. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593549194358-J2N9CUNAZ7GUTG01NO3K/Brute+Force+540+Merlin+2.jpg gallery - Mechanical Jewelry Plenty of detail under the hood. Several complimentary finishes were chosen to work in harmony to avoid the reflection blindness that happens when everything is chrome plated. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546648574-E53LC6EXXOEPN6G03M9R/Brute+Force+Pan+Assembly+2.jpg gallery - Pan Assembly The oil pan, torque converter cover, starter mount and transmission pan were designed in Solidworks with a repetition of details for a cohesive design, then Evod Industries made them real. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546640861-J4OF2BMITUU6SM9R7WA0/Brute+Force+Data+Plate+2.jpg gallery - Data Detail The air filter boxes each have a data plate with different information. Aluminum plate was machined away to reveal raised lettering. The plates were shot peened to create the texture. The tops of the letters were block sanded smooth before chrome plating. Then they were painted and the tops of the letters wiped clean. When was the last time your data had that much detail? Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546639078-1L59XR56C79K4B190GWX/Brute+Force+Chassis+2.jpg gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546642554-FBY0XVZBPOM0G3CMYE4N/Brute+Force+Filler+Panels+2.jpg gallery - Nothing Overlooked We even thought about the areas that nobody sees. Three filler panels smooth out the area behind the front bumper. The bottom of the frame follows the exact same contours for a sleek look and tight gaps. Photo: Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593549308825-BTB0E996QL8TDFW7Q503/Brute+Force+Brake+Detail.jpg gallery - That's The Brakes We even made our own stainless steel rotors. While we did use Wilwood calipers for their superior stopping power, we completely reshaped them before sending them to QCP for the Unobtanium Bronze finish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546643421-ON2E9ATJT998BGBXZHMV/Brute+Force+Front+Brakes+2.jpg gallery - Easter Egg Hunt The “V” was the symbol of V-8 power in the 1950’s and became the logo for Brute Force. They can be found hidden all over the car, including these dime-size versions on the back of the one-piece backing plate/spindle upright/steering arm/caliper mount/brake cooling scoop. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546667638-NVNYJMRES43CZ0K99MGQ/Brute+Force+Underneath+2.jpg gallery - Just As Pretty Underneath The bottom of Brute Force had to be as amazing as the top side. Every surface, every detail was scrutinized and refined. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546646101-2YWCUI48ERLYCDV2WCD8/Brute+Force+Hand+Made+Mufflers+2.jpg gallery - Mufflers So Smooth, You'd Think They Have Bearings Check out these pipes! Ryan Rivers fabricated mufflers that blend seamlessly into the exhaust pipes. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546651548-G4LIKBFFQ22Q6JSDH1JN/Brute+Force+Rear+Suspension+Solidworks+Model+2.jpg gallery - Digital Assembly Required We modeled the complete rear suspension in Solidworks to make sure that it would work prior to machining the components, reducing the time and expense of trial and error. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546650596-0I41NQFP06ARGGLSV67D/Brute+Force+Rear+Suspension+2.jpg gallery - Nice Rear End! We worked with Kugel Komponents to develop an entirely new independent rear suspension. From dog-bone shaped axles to stainless rotors with skirts that hide the stub axles, there are details galore in this functional sculpture. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546668613-H0QBLN6E6FTZBENF26UC/Brute+Force+Wheel+Solidworks+Model+2.jpg gallery - Muscular Looks With A Dash Of Class We designed the one-piece wheels in Solidworks to have that old-school look with an updated vibe. A chrome edge on the outer lip is separated from the Unobtainium Bronze with a red pinstriped groove. Machining by Evod Industries. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546648473-X26JR6XFGM96A6R5BS3Z/Brute+Force+Interior+Rendering+2.jpg gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546647334-B2V5IFA5H3D1PR2LQ3KL/Brute+Force+Interior+2.jpg gallery - Want To Take A Drive An interior should not only be inviting, but it should be an entertaining and beautiful place to spend time. Gabe’s Custom Interiors always does an excellent job. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546661849-7O0MS40RVGMRO9YLK0QC/Brute+Force+Seats+at+Gabes+Custom+Upholstery+2.jpg gallery - From Humble Beginnings A Chrysler Sebring Convertible gave up its power seats for this project. Why? We liked the integrated seat belts. Then we stripped them down to the frames, cut 2 -inches out of the height and made 80 new parts to turn them into beautiful furniture. We can make anything look good. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593548852449-OF9996GWIL8XIW7QLCSQ/Brute+Force+Back+Seat+2.jpg gallery - What's Inside Counts Gabe’s Custom Interiors expertly sculpted and stitched the sumptuous leather. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546661731-PNSFXUUZVL8I9DZKNK37/Brute+Force+Seat+Adjuster+2.jpg gallery - Watch-Like Details Even the seat tilt adjuster is finely detailed. The center cap was even machined on the back side and hand painted to look 3D. The overall look copies the centerlock nuts that attach the wheels. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546646921-BSRSGX2JRQE2GVCP12MG/Brute+Force+Head+Rest+2.jpg gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546664810-E5ISOCQNEV28AOR2KYVI/Brute+Force+Steering+Wheel+Solidworks+Model+2.jpg gallery - 1950s Futuristic Its half 1950s, half modern concept car. A thick, two-thirds wrapped grip feels great in your hands and shift paddles appear to be a continuation of the horn ring. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546664525-XKIH3G4F0HDP70XKW3E7/Brute+Force+Steering+Wheel+Solidworks+Ghost+Model+2.jpg gallery - Beautiful On The Inside We designed the face of the wheel to be removed for servicing the electronics. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546663408-G4A31YX69SI5LPP5NJL0/Brute+Force+Steering+Wheel+2.jpg gallery - Fine Finishes For Fine Controls The Antique Bronze finish used inside compliments the Merlot leather quite nicely, yet still ties to the overall color palette used throughout the car. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546663358-BWM6JL9W9TJW6LJAWVI8/Brute+Force+Sill+Plate+2.jpg gallery - Make A Dramatic Entrance The sill plates were masked off and each V was hand sanded to create a dramatic effect. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546667622-AMZJBYC6NNFH4HGJJKCB/Brute+Force+Upholstery+Pattern.jpg gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546666179-B3BWVZEQBJFL19L2Z8PD/Brute+Force+Trunk+Rendering+2.jpg gallery - And Now For Something Completely Different A car of this caliber deserves something totally unique. So we came up with cabinetry for detail supplies and tools . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546665806-JTIW356PUQTBRSMDM4HC/Brute+Force+Trunk+2.jpg gallery - More Stylish Than Your Old Milk Crate Why drag your detail supplies around in an old milk crate? We were inspired by the picnic kits in Rolls-Royces and reinvented the custom car trunk. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593546641017-TEQ5KHGKN7OZDIALQEOL/Brute+Force+Detail+Cabinet+2.jpg gallery - The Little Things Count Big Embossed lettering, fine stitching and leather wrapped custom handles by Gabe’s Custom Upholstery make a visit to the trunk something special. Photo Credit: Scott Council https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cb386f78155128d8a831d8f/1593548854452-A0RDS30UPWHBMXG4ZXAE/Brute+force+team+2.jpg gallery - The Talented Team Right to left, top to bottom: Ryan Rivers, Paul Hattrup, Bob Matranga, Bill Brakman and Chris Brown. 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