Guys and Gals,

I'm 63 and I do not mind some one referring to my cars as 'Rat Rods'!

A Rat Rod is:

1. a car /bike which legally qualifies for 'historic' or 'antique' plates.

2. it is mechanically safe to drive.

3. it may be prime painted [ no Easter egg colors allowed!]

4. 75% or more of ALL work on the car has been performed by the owner

5. it has a minimal amount of chrome or 'billet parts, unless made by the owner.

6. it will always be considered a 'work in progress'.

7. engine and drive train have been replaced, or modified from the original.

8. extra Rat Points, if it doesn't have a 350/350 combo!

9. extra Rat Points if it is chopped, channeled, sectioned or "Z-d'

10. mostly different from anything else seen at a 'Cruise'.

I am sure the "list" can be added to as well. It only takes money to pay some one to build a car for you, or to buy one already built. Real hot rodders build their own. If this offends anyone who owns a plastic easter egg, 350/350 too bad!

Kolie