Tom Geiger Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Since I got some nice feedback on my posting of the ancient Rancheros, here's a follow up. I was going to put a bunch of old Valiants in one post, but then got to looking at the pictures I have of this one and wanted to share all the aspects... Here's one of my favorite Valiant customs! The original builder used custom parts from the Ranchero kit as well as wood grained cardboard to make the pickup box. Full fabric interior too! Body and paint work leaves a bit to be desired though! Still a very cool piece and a high light in my old custom collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin T Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 That is great,where did you find that model? Some of these old customs are like automotive folk art. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted January 25, 2013 Author Share Posted January 25, 2013 I've been seeking them out a long time! I've got enough of a reputation that friends spot them for me at shows, email me eBay auctions and actually give 'em to me. I guess I'm seen as a safe depository for these! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 (edited) All I can say is "Wow!" It warms my heart that someone saw this in their mind and tried it ... this is what this hobby is all about! Edited January 25, 2013 by Foxer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 That is wild. I love seeing these old custom beds. Keep em' coming ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Wow. To take a really ugly car and make it that much uglier really takes some talent. I love it...really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Kron Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Back in the day model customizing knew no limits! Brilliant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Amazing! ... the stuff we thought was cool 'way back then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Yeesh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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