Rat Rods: Cheap, Fast, Reliable – Pick…….. 3?

“Rat Rod’s” have been the new cool thing to build for a few years now. They are a great part of the automotive community in my opinion because they are cheap, simple, and quick to build.  Most have V8’s, and zero excess weight which means they fry the tires just fine.  Some of them even stop!  The vast majority of these often derelict-looking vehicles would likely not be back on the road otherwise, so assuming they are safe for the road, how can you not love them?  They are cheap, fast, and with the right drivetrain – reliable.  Could it really be possible that “Rat Rods” have beaten the old automotive saying of “Cheap, Fast, Reliable – Pick Two” ?

*Notice that I put “Rat Rod” in quotes.  That is because some Hot Rodders find that terminology offensive for some reason. I can’t understand it because I have just as much respect for “Rats” as I do an unfinished Hot Rods or 100 point restorations.  When you pour your heart and soul into a vehicle, it shows, whether it is waxable or not.  For those of you that do find the “Rat” terminology offensive, just pretend I said “Hot Rod”. 😉

Jeremy Nutt

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