However, this vehicle is a testament to the opposite side of that culture. One where ricer parts intermix with ones from domestic luxury vehicles. “Stance” is king, and poor workmanship runs rampant. There is nothing about this vehicle that says that the owner cares for it at all other than the somewhat tidy bondo and primer job. The police sticker is just icing on the cake, I suppose.
I hung out with my Dad the other day and decided to take pictures of his pride-and-joy 1978 International Loadstar 1600. The beautiful thing about International trucks is that they’re very simple and no-nonsense in their design. Down to the VIN. I remember getting the insurance policy going on this thing and arguing with the lady that I wasn’t short a few numbers on the VIN.
The truck was originally owned by the USAF and as a result is in surprisingly good condition. And yes, I laugh at my Dad’s “seat cushion” everytime I get in to drive it. Happy Father’s Day, Dad.
My department just hired someone to work alongside me part-time. His name is Regeno, and this this is his daily-driven 1966 Impala. It’s currently powered by a 250 cubic-inch L6 through a 3 speed, column-shifted manual. Or “three-on-the-tree” for those of you that are in the know. It’s a work-in-progress and I hope these pictures show how much potential this car has. Also included is a video of it driving away for those of you that were curious what a 250 L6 sounded like with a chambered muffler. Enjoy the gallery below!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MayNyEIH210
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