CONTENTS
Make Price Guide Page
HOT ROD
£16,187
MEDIAN PRICE
OF ALL CARS
TOP SALE
ALL TIME
LOWEST SALE
ALL TIME
£139,003
TOTAL SALES VALUE
OF ALL CARS
6
NUMBER OF SOLD CARS
ALL TIME
60%
SELL-THROUGH RATE
SOLD CARS ÷ CONSIGNMENTS
Hot rods emerged in the US post-WWII.
Returning veterans sought thrills, modifying pre-war cars for speed.
Dry lakebeds in Southern California became racing venues.
Early hot rodders prioritized function over aesthetics, stripping cars to reduce weight.
The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) was founded in 1951 to standardize rules and promote safety.
A lesser-known tale involves Wally Parks, NHRA's founder.
Parks initially struggled to gain acceptance from established racing organizations.
He tirelessly promoted hot rodding as a legitimate motorsport, emphasizing safety and fair play.
Parks' persistence eventually led to widespread recognition and the growth of drag racing.
