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situation. This machine’s exhaust system is a work of art
all by itself that’s worthy of being on full display.
Every system within this machine is a bright spot of
ingenuity and detail, including a Gearstar Performance
4L80E overdrive automatic transmission. A Duramax
radiator with electric fans help keep this big-block power
plant cool for any kind of hauling you have in mind. The
custom front crossmember incorporates independent
suspension. Out back, a specialized aluminum Ford
9-inch housing flaunts Dutchmen axles and makes the
package look like it should be on exhibit in an art and
science museum. The first pair of rear wheels disperse the
engine’s power to the pavement, whereas the rearmost
wheels are actually floaters.
The Decoliner (Lot #1318) rides on a fully adjustable
computer-controlled air-ride suspension system that
incorporates high-performance Alden shocks. Six classic
American Racing Torq Thrust wheels with modern
radial tires put the truck’s serious street capability to the
pavement with extra style and proper respect for hot-rod
tradition. Stopping power comes via 14-inch Wilwood
- - - disc brakes up front and C5 Corvette disc brakes on all
THE ORIGINAL GM STEEL CAB WAS STRETCHED, AND TWO four rear wheels.

ADDITIONAL FACTORY DOORS WERE PRECISELY MORPHED INTO THE The original GM steel cab was stretched, and two
DESIGN, SO YOUR FAMILY OR FRIENDS WON’T BE LEFT OUT WHEN additional factory doors were precisely morphed into the
design, so your family or friends won’t be left out when
THE GOOD TIMES ROLL. the good times roll. And they will be hauled in high style.

- - - The new cab offers four bucket seats and door panels
draped in red Italian leather – the work of Lee Baxter’s
result is a completely new paradigm emerging in the Hot Rod Interiors.
world of custom vehicles, and it will cross the block at An early 1960s-era Chrysler dashboard and gauge cluster
the 2022 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction January 22- referred to as the “Astro Dome” in Chrysler’s national
30, where it will be selling with No Reserve. advertising campaign – now utilizing modern Dakota

This truck’s concept was launched because of the builder’s instruments – was incorporated and offers a nostalgic
fascination with the art-deco styles of the late 1930s view of what the future looked like back then. The
through the ’40s. When he finally acquired this truck, he present, however, is represented by Vintage Air climate
drew a rough sketch of the finished product he saw in his control and a custom audio system by Andres Car Audio.
mind’s eye, then had an artist friend do a real illustration The rear portion of the body hides a compartment that
of it that served as the master blueprint for the build. opens like the cargo bay of the space shuttle and is the
Exterior body work was extensive, as the fenders alone perfect place to stash luggage or four bags of golf clubs.
required 1,000 hours of dedicated artisanship to create. No mere show car, the Decoliner has been driven from

A totally new and handmade frame of aluminum was Canada to California, and has a fifth wheel hitch for
crafted to provide the ultimate superstructure from towing. This vehicle was built for dreamers who dream
wheels to wheels to wheels. This meticulously engineered big, and someone’s dream will come true in Scottsdale
chassis is 23 feet long and hand welded on all four sides. in January.
It houses a GM crate 502ci Ram Jet fuel injected V8 – Roger C. Johnson
engine that provides the performance required for any For up-to-date information on this vehicle, visit Barrett-Jackson.com

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