Hollywood Hot Rods

Hollywood Hot Rods’ mantra “Respect Tradition” doesn’t mean hot rods the Burbank, California, shop builds have to adhere solely to the way things were once done; to the contrary, it’s a mission statement to guide the future. The handcrafted steel bodies of Hollywood Hot Rods’ creations exude nostalgia with styling cues evoking an era gone by—but focus on the underpinnings and it’s a story of modern upgrades concealed in a traditional-appearing package.

The saga of Hollywood Hot Rods is one that began for Troy Ladd at age 16 when