JOHN SCANLON

FEW modified-car genres doubled as a lifestyle choice quite like the humble panel van of the 1970s. John Scanlon was wholly immersed in both the show and social aspects of the vanner life, when times were simpler and both freedom and imagination reigned supreme. This issue we take a look back at a few poignant snapshots from John’s memories of that time.

AS A young bloke, John loved immersing himself in hot rod magazines and going to the drags, and cars like the Pirotta/Caruana ‘Satisfaction’ Mk1 Cortina, with its custom candy paint, really stood out for him. “It was the amazing effort with the colours and detailing that set them apart from the rest,”