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CUSTOM PICKUPS ON THE AUCTION BLOCK IN SCOTTSDALE

Given that full-sized pickup trucks are consistently An older pickup, whether from the 1930s or 1990s
the best-selling vehicles in America, it makes sense or anytime in between, makes an ideal blank
that they also represent a red-hot segment of the canvas from which to build a custom showpiece.
collectible vehicle hobby, especially when it comes All of today’s top domestic automakers offer high-
to custom builds.
horsepower crate engines that can take the place
America’s love affair with pickups is stronger than of the heavy, inefficient old cast-iron 6-cylinder or
ever these days, and the variety of vintage builds is flathead V8s found in old trucks. Adding increased
staggering. You’ll find scores of top-quality custom horsepower and lower maintenance with a crate
pickup trucks offered, all with No Reserve, at the engine is the perfect way to breathe new life into a
2022 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, January vintage truck.
22-30, at WestWorld. And we aren’t just talking trucks form Ford,
While their basic ruggedness and hauling Chevrolet and Dodge. Studebakers, International
ability has always made pickups desirable, the Harvesters, Willys and other long-defunct brands
combination of readily available aftermarket parts, are perfect candidates for modern power plants.
along with the imagination and craftsmanship of Some automakers are even making crate electric
top builders, has created a whole new marketplace motor/battery pack combos to turn that old truck
for rebuilt custom trucks.
into a state-of-the-art EV.
Likewise, aftermarket replacement frames,
suspension kits and bigger brakes can greatly
improve the ride, handling and stopping power of
an older truck, making it drive more like a modern
muscle car.
And when it comes to cosmetics, the sky’s the
limit. Candy colors, custom pinstriping and body
colored brightwork are among the tactics builders
use to add new style to classic sheet metal.

Likewise, custom leather interiors, modern gauges
and high-end sound systems make truck cockpits
much more livable than what they had back in the
day. The only real limitations are how bold the
builder’s dreams are and the size of the owner’s
budget.
From mild to wild, you’ll see the whole spectrum
of custom pickups at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale.

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