The rat rod of the 1940’s to 1960’s was a necessity for many as the least expensive form of car for travel. Today, these cars are regaining their popularity, but more as something to build and take pride in or simply as a collector’s item. They were and are much like a hot rod, except they don’t look completely finished.
While most models still reflect the look of the ’50s and ’60s, these automobiles can be all most any unfinished-looking car. Sure, the frame is there and the engine runs, but there may be no hood, the doors may not work and a top is optional. They are built or rebuilt for function, often have a lot of power, and often make a lot of noise.
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