RatRod
I don't totally understand the whole Ratrod style of rusty vehicles but it seems to be really popular here now. I passed by this old panel truck a couple of times and then finally stopped to get a pic which is good because it seems to have disappeared now. I can't help but think how nice it would look all restored but this is a diehard fan who even has Ratrod decals in the windows!
Nither can I understand it, Ive seen them in the UK and feel the same way
ReplyDeleteHad to Google Ratrods Pat, can you believe it's big here in Perth also, who knew 😊😊 I'll have to keep my eyes open. What a strange hobby, I'm glad you went back and snapped this shot!
ReplyDeleteWhat's there to understand? Sweet!
ReplyDeleteHello, it is a great old vehicle. But would look a lot better restored! Happy Sunday, enjoy your new week!
ReplyDeleteno muss, no fuss? :)
ReplyDeleteIt is an arrested state of decay. I've had old cars that I've restored, one in particular - a 1946 Chevrolet, to the point of looking as it did when it came off the showroom floor. I enjoyed it for about a year and agonized over it all the time keeping it looking nice, worrying about a rock flying up chipping the paint, where I parked it, someone bumping into it then finally sold it. Cars after that were left alone, as is and I only worked on and detailed out the mechanical components on them after that. I enjoyed these vehicles much more. This panel truck would be a joy to have. TexWisGirl has it right.
ReplyDeletei the past it was great
ReplyDeleteI've seen these too and I guess John (above) has the best explanation I've heard. This is a good one.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of the term...and it's beyond me why one would want to drive a rusty old rattletrap down the street. Maybe it has to do with being too damn lazy to take care of one's car?
ReplyDeleteI used to drive an old rusty car. 'Nuff said, methinks. :-)
ReplyDeleteThis is a classic. I haven't seen one in decades.
ReplyDeleteAn oldy, no headache type vehicle. Nice find!
ReplyDeleteWhat a find, Pat !
ReplyDeleteI adore old stuff but... [ my car is a 1986]
ReplyDeleteThat's well past its best before date!
ReplyDeleteHow do you even know the term "Ratrod," Redpat? You are much more attuned to current stuff than I am.
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for your visits while I was away. I have to go away again for two days, so it will be Tuesday before I can resume my visits to Toronto and you. (The Jays beat my Sox today . . . blah!)