Custom Car

Ol’ ‘55

‘I love everything that has been done to it and the stance when she’s fully aired out is just where I want it’

Bagged and patinated trucks are not to everyone’s taste. But they obviously tick a whole lot of boxes for a whole lot of people, because they’ve become one of the most common trends on this side of the Atlantic. Everything from Fords and Chevys to lesser-known brands, original or faux patina, massive 20” to standard steel wheels, it’s all been done and many T-shirts have been bought.

While the trends are always there to spot, each vehicle is unique. In this case, you’ll see varying shades of patina, dents and battle scars left on show – but in true rat

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