There are 4 ways to own a Hot Rod

The First Way is to source out parts from swap meets, magazines and papers, and word of mouth etc, thus accumulating all parts to build your vision of the ultimate Hot Rod. This way may require total input by yourself in the construction as well as the necessary skills to do so. The pitfall here is that it is possible that you may build and rebuild your project several times, as items that fitted early on in the project get on the way of later fitted items you may not have considered due to lack of experience of a project of this magnitude. This way could most likely be the least expensive and most personally rewarding.

The Second Way is to source some of the parts from swap meets, etc. but to have the majority of difficult and technical sections of the project carried out by a professional Hot Rod builder. For example, you could purchase a rolling chassis having the correct steering and suspension gepmetry, with good brakes that are strongly constructed, or you may opt to buy tested and proven individual components that you can fit yourself. Specialised work at the later stages, such as paintwork and upholstery could be handed to professionals in the particular field. This second way of building a Hot Rod does require minimal skills and resources and would also be one of the quicker and cheaper ways to get behind the wheel of a Hot Rod.

The Third Way is to buy a completed car, however beware that there are some drawbacks to this, e.g: your new purchase may not be registrable in Queensland if it's from interstate, or on closer inspection may need major repair work. This way usually needs high initial outlay and if you don't totally rebuild the car it's always known as the car that someone else built!

The Fourth Way is to have the Hot Rod of your dreams professionally built from the ground up, to your own personal taste. This approach is ideal for the person who either hasn't the skill or the resources to build one at home. Talking to a pro and planning out your car from conception to completion is a most rewarding thing and seeing your dream being constructed and progressing before your eyes is most satisfying, and you could be pleasantly surprised with overall expenditure.

Remember that we are always available to discuss your project and ideas: there is no age limit to owning and enjoying a Hot Rod - We know of a just retired 63 year old who wanted something different to do and is now heavily into a model A Roadster project for the Nationals! So what are you doing still reading this? Get to it !!