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The history of hot rodding is filled with stories of cars that were lost for a wide variety of reasons. Some were crashed, others lost in accidents, and others simply faded away. Its the third group that Lost Hot Rods II focuses on. Many great hot rods that were once famous were simply hidden away. Some of them have been tracked down and are now found once again.
As a solid follow-up to the success of the original Lost Hot Rods, this book continues the fun of discovering whatever happened to many of the great rods and customs built in the early days of the sport. Lost Hot Rods II shares the full story of each car, including how it was originally built, when it dropped off the radar, and how it was ultimately found. Photos from the past and present are included to showcase the story behind each and every one of these great cars.
Industry veteran and celebrated historian Pat Ganahl once again opens the archives and pounds the pavement in order to bring you the stories on some of the coolest cars ever to appear in shows or grace the pages of automotive magazines. A perfect companion to the best-selling Lost Hot Rods: Remarkable Stories of How They Were Found.
Pages: 192
Size: 8.5 X 11 (inches)
Format: Hardback
Illustrations: 368 color
Publisher: CarTech
ISBN: 9781934709931
Product Code: CT506
Chapter One: Search and Find
The Al King Chevy Caper
Joe Bailon’s Candy Bird
Harry Luzader’s Deuce Coupe
The American Graffiti Merc
Eddie Dye’s 1929 Model A
The Charlie’s Business Coupe
The Modern Grecian
Steffon Hoppel’s 1939 Ford Coupe
Sy Gregorich’s The Victorian
Rick Dobbertin’s 1985 Pontiac
Chapter Two: Finders
The Chris Ito Collection
Back Room Roadster
Frank Feruandez’ Mercury
Rob Reisner’s Invader
Deuce in the Shed
Chapter Three: Keepers
The Family Tub
Fred Steele’s Sedan
Jim Griepsma’s 1934
Dwain Rogers’ Deuce
The Surf Panel
The Sharp Forty-One
Jim Kitchen’s Model A
The Himsl Brothers
Deuce Done
Chapter Four: Lost and Found
Orv Elgie’s Vicky
Jack Chrisman’s Sedan
Orv Elgie’s Delivery
Bueno’s Bird
Dick King’s Roadster
The Cunningham Forty
The Tribute Chev
Ray Goulart’s Olds
Chapter Five: From the Yellow Pages
The Dresselhaus Deuce
The ’Dago Deuce Vicky
Little Yellow Roadster
The Stuckey Forty
The Titus/Southard/Cohen Roadster
Lupe Serrato’s Sedan
The Lepesh Pickup
Chapter Six: Buried Treasure
Murphy Tiffany’s Deuce
The Unknown Roadster
1933 in the Basement
Deuce in the Loft
The Craigslist Coupe
Chapter Seven: Race Cars
Mrs. Swallow’s Midget
The Mach IV Mustang
The Magwinder
The Chevy 88
Chapter Eight: Missing Mercs
Steve Gonzales’ 1950
Merc in Repose
Charlie Lopez’ Merc
Jimmy Doyle’s Bailon 1952
Chapter Nine: A Bit Different
The Barris Bearcat
Creighton’s Mystery Bug
Lil’ John’s Corvette
Marlan’s ’Vette
Low-Buck C-Cab
Chapter Ten: Collectors
Dick Martin’s Deuce
Dave Dias’ Pickup
The Marasco/Sharp Pickup
Sidney Allen’s First Deuce
Chapter Eleven: Recently Departed
Marasco’s New Pickup
Guy Ruchonnet’s 1934
The Flashback 1957 Chevy
Afterword
Reviews
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Line Chaser magazine
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(Posted on 11/14/2012)"Lost Hot Rods II is a great collection of once-famous cars that were lost or forgotten over time and the remarkable stories of how they were found. These personal tales make the long-lost-car's stories really come to life."
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Auto Enthusiast
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(Posted on 12/3/2012)Appears in "Top 21 Reading Materials for the Auto Enthusiast."
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Kustoms Illustrated
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(Posted on 12/25/2012)"Pat Ganahl has done it again! And, just like before, do not let the title of his new book, Lost Hot Rods II fool you. There are plenty of "lost customs" included as well!"
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speedreaders.info
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(Posted on 1/13/2013)"To the extent possible, each car's history is related in terms of original build, who owned it, what happened to it, when/why/how it disappeared and was found again. The service he [Ganahl] has done and is doing posterity with these books and his hundreds of magazine articles is incalculable."
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Old Cars Weekly News & Marketplace
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(Posted on 1/16/2013)"Lost Hot Rods II is chock full of fascinating tales, old and new photographs, and knowledgeable commentary, along with tips on how to make your own special discovery."
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Midwest Book Review
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(Posted on 1/23/2013)"A powerful pick for any transportation and car history collection, this is packed with lovely photos throughout."
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Classic & Sports Car
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(Posted on 4/4/2013)"You might think that volume two of Lost Hot Rods woul d be stretching the theme, but Pat Ganahl has compiled another fascinating selection of historic customs and drag cars."
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Jay Leno's Garage
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(Posted on 11/14/2012)Check out Jay Leno and author Pat Ganahl talk about Lost Hot Rods II here: http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/video/jays-book-club-lost-hot-rods-ii/1425367/
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Classic American
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(Posted on 9/15/2013)"Most importantly, this is simply a jolly good read and an automotive voyeur's delight. Highly recommended."
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California Bookwatch
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(Posted on 12/16/2014)"New cars, photos, and true stories of their trials and tribulations are presented in this companion volume which offers an outstanding display of vintage hot rods for any collector or auto fan. Recommended especially for prior enthusiasts who want further cars and details on their history and restoration."
Pat Ganahl

Pat Ganahl is the author of several CarTech books, including definitive works on Ed "Big Daddy" Roth and Von Dutch. He is a life-long hot rodder and has been the editor of Hot Rod, Rod & Custom, and Street Rodder magazines and is a regular contributor to The Rodder's Journal. Pat is recognized as one of the world's foremost authorities on traditional hot rods and custom cars and is also a photographer and photo archivist. He lives in Southern California.