Passion; 1956 Chrysler 300 B by Troy Trepanier

Most Beautiful?

Arguably, this has to be one of the most beautiful Chryslers in existence. It was built by Troy Trepanier of Rad Rods by Troy. This girl is not just a pretty face with a beautiful body she can run too. This 1956 Chrysler 300B is powered by a Twin Turbo 373 cubic inch Dodge NASCAR engine! It also has full power including windows and seats as well as air conditioning. This car was built to be driven.

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The transmission is a General Motors with paddle shifter but also retains the factory push button controls.

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

The chassis is hand built with all Dodge Viper suspension and brakes. Even GPS is provided.

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Who can look at this engine compartment and say you have to use lots of Chrome to make an engine bay beautiful? This, in my mind, is one of the most beautiful I have ever seen.

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

The designer/builder resisted the temptation to completely smoother the engine bay firewall. This was actually more work and looks fantastic. The symmetry and simplicity are simply outstanding.

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

The cloth inserts are period correct for the car.

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

Good Guys Des Moines Chrysler Custom

The paint is 3 tone! Top and bottom match. The middle color is different as is the insert in the chrome down the side.

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