When the gasser craze hit the U.S. in the 1960s, enthusiasts began prepping and racing production cars you wouldn't normally see at the drag strip. 1955 to 1957 Tri-Five Chevys were among them.
Originally Published in the July 2008 issue of HOT ROD Deluxe. Saved. It's that incredible sense of accomplishment that makes BillFowler proud. The owner of the performance automotive/apparel lines ...
This ride is owned by Joe Whitaker, owner of Read Deal Steel in Sanford, Florida, where they craft reproduction Tri-Five bodies (and other makes) for those that want to build a car but can't find a ...
The American custom car scene is a very diverse one, with something to offer for all tastes and pockets. We've got classic, muscle, hot rods, drag racers, you name it, and they are all exciting in ...
Hot Wheels is bringing back the ’55 Chevy Bel Air Gasser drag racer known as Candy Striper, or at least it will if fans unlock the model in a new crowdfunding effort. The toymaker produced 4,000 units ...
It’s those iconic images of the blown gassers built during the late ’50 through the late ’60s that seem to represent the good ol’ days of drag racing. With fenderwell headers intently dominating the ...
The Chevrolet Bel Air was introduced in 1950 and became an instant classic, remaining in production through 1981 across eight generations. This particular example comes from the second generation, ...
Ok, so you've decided you want to get into hot rodding, but you're on a tight budget and you don't have the patience for a two-year build. Or maybe you're too busy working, and being worked over, by ...