Behind the Build Ep. 7 | HOT ROD Shop Tour with South City Rod & Custom | MotorTrend

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In Behind the Build Ep. 7 presented by Hagerty, HOT ROD Editor-in-Chief John McGann visits Bill Ganahl at South City Rod & Custom in Hayward, California. Bill rose to national prominence after unveiling the multicolored St. Christopher Coupe at the 2023 Grand National Roadster Show, and his shop has since earned major awards such as Builder of the Year and Street Rod of the Year. This episode highlights South City’s most diverse projects: a period-correct roadster once owned by Bill’s father, a candy blue–flamed ’33 Willys hot rod, a ’68 Dodge Charger with modern Hemi power, and a tribute truck build honoring a late friend. Blending tradition with new technology, South City Rod & Custom proves that variety and attention to detail are its true trademarks. Learn more about Hagerty here: https://bit.ly/4mK521W #HOTROD #MotorTrend #Hagerty #BehindtheBuild For more Hot Rod Content: ➡️: https://www.hotrod.com MotorTrend preferred music partner: Universal Production Music Hot Rod is a subsidiary of Hearst Autos, Inc. and a part of Hearst Digital Media.

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