The Hirohata Merc is arguably the most famous kustom car ever built from the golden era of the fifties. It will soon be offered for sale after decades of one family's ownership. Bring lots of money,

The Hirohata Merc is arguably the most famous kustom car ever built from the golden era of the fifties. It will soon be offered for sale after decades of one family's ownership. Bring lots of money,
Bill Carr and George Barris created one of the coolest kustom cars ever, a 1955 Chev dubbed "Aztec."
Its backstory is full of twists and turns and barely escaped the scrapheap but now, it could be yours.
The Mercury kustom that fuels inspiration for thousands, the Barris built Hirohata Merc, is truly a masterpiece. Check out a little history and build on the iconic steel Merc here!
This coming winter, the Saratoga Auto Museum in New York will hold an exhibit called "Re-made in America." It's a celebration of the creativity and innovations of people who have taken a car, truck, or motorcycle and made it their own. And the museum needs examples, so read on to find out more and contact them.
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