This 1938 Hudson Terraplane Rat Rod is a bold fusion of pre-war American design and modern hot rod engineering. Built on a 1971 Chevrolet ¾-ton chassis, this custom creation abandons originality in favor of strength, capability, and unmistakable presence. The rat rod philosophy is fully embraced here, combining an intentionally weathered appearance with serious mechanical upgrades underneath. Powered by a 355ci V8 and riding on modern suspension components, this Terraplane delivers a driving experience that is raw, aggressive, and purpose-built. It is not a restoration, but rather a carefully executed custom hot rod designed to stand apart from conventional classics.
Wearing its original patina-finished steel body, this Hudson Terraplane showcases authentic surface wear that tells a story rather than hiding it. The brown patina finish, combined with exposed hardware and custom details, reinforces the vehicle’s industrial, utilitarian aesthetic. Roof-mounted auxiliary LED lights and custom hood-mounted intake plumbing add both function and visual drama, while the lifted stance on 20-inch beadlock-style wheels and massive 40-inch Gladiator X Comp M/T tires gives the car a commanding, almost post-apocalyptic presence. Inside, the reupholstered black leather interior blends ruggedness with comfort. The cabin features a minimalist, functional layout with aftermarket gauges, a prominent tachometer, and a purposeful driving position. Heat is present for cold-weather use, while the absence of air conditioning stays true to the stripped-down rat rod ethos.
At the heart of this Terraplane sits a 355ci naturally aspirated V8, fed by an Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor and paired with a TH350 3-speed automatic transmission driving all four wheels. The drivetrain prioritizes torque, reliability, and ease of use, making the vehicle as drivable as it is dramatic. Power steering improves maneuverability despite the truck-based chassis and oversized tires. The suspension setup is a standout feature, utilizing a 4-link soft ride configuration with King coilovers at all four corners. This modern suspension system provides controlled articulation and improved ride quality, allowing the vehicle to handle varied terrain with confidence. Together, these mechanical components transform the Terraplane into a true custom hot rod that delivers both visual impact and functional performance.
This 1938 Hudson Terraplane Rat Rod is a bold fusion of pre-war American design and modern hot rod engineering. Built on a 1971 Chevrolet ¾-ton chassis, this custom creation abandons originality in favor of strength, capability, and unmistakable presence. The rat rod philosophy is fully embraced here, combining an intentionally weathered appearance with serious mechanical upgrades underneath. Powered by a 355ci V8 and riding on modern suspension components, this Terraplane delivers a driving experience that is raw, aggressive, and purpose-built. It is not a restoration, but rather a carefully executed custom hot rod designed to stand apart from conventional classics.
This 1938 Hudson Terraplane Rat Rod is a bold fusion of pre-war American design and modern hot rod engineering. Built on a 1971 Chevrolet ¾-ton chassis, this custom creation abandons originality in favor of strength, capability, and unmistakable presence. The rat rod philosophy is fully embraced here, combining an intentionally weathered appearance with serious mechanical upgrades underneath. Powered by a 355ci V8 and riding on modern suspension components, this Terraplane delivers a driving experience that is raw, aggressive, and purpose-built. It is not a restoration, but rather a carefully executed custom hot rod designed to stand apart from conventional classics.
This 1938 Hudson Terraplane Rat Rod is a bold fusion of pre-war American design and modern hot rod engineering. Built on a 1971 Chevrolet ¾-ton chassis, this custom creation abandons originality in favor of strength, capability, and unmistakable presence. The rat rod philosophy is fully embraced here, combining an intentionally weathered appearance with serious mechanical upgrades underneath. Powered by a 355ci V8 and riding on modern suspension components, this Terraplane delivers a driving experience that is raw, aggressive, and purpose-built. It is not a restoration, but rather a carefully executed custom hot rod designed to stand apart from conventional classics.
The Ford Model A of 1927 to 1931 was the follow-up to Ford’s famous Model T, that had revolutionized mobility across the world, as well as laid the foundations for many of the automotive industry’s assembly line and mass standardization practices. Many of those advances are still in use today. So, the Model A had a pretty lofty reputation to continue, and it admirably did so. Despite just five model years, over 4.8 million were made, across various body styles. The Model A also came with the standard pedal arrangement for manual transmission-equipped vehicles that we know today, unlike the Model T’s unconventional control layout. Today’s 1930 Ford Model A 5-Window Hot Rod is quite different from a regular Model T, though. Well, for starters it only has two pedals because this machine packs a 3-speed automatic gearbox. That’s not all, there’s a 350ci V8 under the hood, a custom paint job, and under 15,000 miles on the clock since this machine got an extensive do-over. If you’d like to acquire this funky hot rod, it’s currently sitting in Yorba Linda, California.
The 1932 Ford line-up took over from the popular Model A, and ran until 1934. It was offered with many body styles and produced not only in the United States, but many other places as well. In fact, if one were to categorize the locations where the 1932 Ford was produced, it would cover all the continents save for Antarctica! As time went by, these cars found a new purpose, as customized hot rods, rat rods and restomods too. That’s what this 1932 Ford Highboy Roadster is. With a frame-off restoration and a Corvette engine, this car is a fine choice for someone who likes to diverge and stand out, rather than run with the herd.
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