Art Morrison Enterprises Wins Big … Twice!
Art Morrison Enterprises (AME) is having one heck of a year; first they celebrated the shipping of its 2,000th Tri-Five chassis and then the recipient of the 2025 World Trade Center Globe Award.
AME, a pioneer of bolt-on chassis technology, has received the esteemed 2025 World Trade Center Globe Award—an honor that celebrates excellence in international trade and fosters global commerce for Washington State. Presented at WTC Tacoma’s premier annual event, the award honors companies that enhance Washington State’s role in global business while making a worldwide impact.
AME has transformed the restomod and performance market by designing precision-engineered chassis that improve the driving experience for enthusiasts worldwide. Known for innovation, craftsmanship, and performance, AME continues to set the standard for builders and hobbyists alike.
The team at AME, pioneers in innovative automotive engineering, proudly announces a major milestone—the shipment of their 2,000th Tri-Five chassis. This achievement highlights AME’s dedication to transforming the restomod industry and improving the driving experience for auto enthusiasts.
Since pioneering the true bolt-on chassis concept, AME has enabled car enthusiasts to replace outdated stock chassis technologies in their garages, successfully blending classic mid-century Chevrolet styling with modern performance and driveability. “We didn’t just build a bolt-on chassis, we engineered driving excellence for Tri-Five enthusiasts,” Matt Jones, AME president, said. “Reaching the 2,000th Tri-Five chassis milestone is a celebration not just for our team but also for every enthusiast who has partnered with AME to update these timeless Chevys while honoring their rich automotive heritage.”
The journey started with AME’s prototype chassis, the Project GT55 Chevrolet, which was thoroughly tested on a 1955 Bel Air. This chassis was designed to deliver handling qualities comparable to modern German performance cars, and it surpassed all expectations when first shown to the staff of Super Chevy magazine at the AAA Speedway in Fontana, California, in 2004.
The first production chassis, serial number 0403001, was sold to Jim Cooper on February 6, 2023, marking the beginning of AME’s expanding presence in the restomod market. The historic 2,000th production chassis, serial number 07252000, was sold to MetalWorks Speed Shop and shipped on October 2, 2025.
As AME continues to lead in chassis innovation, this milestone not only shows the company’s growth but also the lasting passion of the Tri-Five community, which now enjoys better performance without losing its vehicles’ original character.
For more information about Art Morrison Enterprises and their chassis designs, visit artmorrison.com.
Starbird Hall Of Fame Class of 2025
The 2025 class of the Starbird National Rod and Custom Car Hall of Fame was a stellar lineup. Each year, a new class is nominated and voted on by the board of directors.
Darryl Starbird founded the National Rod and Custom Car Hall of Fame in the early 1990s. Industry legends such as Gene Winfield, George Barris, Ed Roth, Boyd Coddington, Roy Brizio, and Ken “Posie” Fenical were part of the inaugural class. Starbird established it to honor the greats of the rod and custom industry, not just builders but the entire industry.
This year’s induction was held for the first time in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed. The collection was moved a couple of years ago from Afton, Oklahoma, to Lincoln. The museum has really stepped up with an impressive display and a new digital kiosk offering searchable information and pictures of the hall of famers.
The board nominates and votes on the new group of inductees. This year’s inductees included builder Roger Burman, manufacturer Ken Callison from Ididit, custom auto painter Mitch Lanzini, and Builder of the Year Cody Walls. The first-ever inductee for the new Upholstery category was Sid Chavers.
For more information about the Starbird Hall of Fame, visit museumofamericanspeed.org/starbird-collection.
SEMA Debut 1970 Roadrunner From Heidts and Pure Vision Designs
Heidts, a leading manufacturer of high-performance suspension systems, along with their collaboration with Pure Vision Designs, debuted a 1970 Plymouth Roadrunner “Haraka” at SEMA. The Roadrunner features Heidts’ new PRO-G IFS and IRS systems for Chrysler B-bodies, offering a track-capable package with a smooth enough ride for street-focused builds.
Haraka began life as a factory Plum Crazy Purple 1970 Roadrunner, later reimagined with personal touches by Pure Vision Design. The Roadrunner is a themed build, reflecting the owner’s passion. Inside, the car incorporates elements from the late 1960s and early 1970s Mopars, blending the best of the era while drawing the eye to the timepiece-inspired instrument cluster.
Power comes from a Chrysler 440 engine, featuring the MoTeC EFI, a TKX five-speed, and Wilwood brakes. Inside, the 18-way Porsche Panamera seats are draped in custom leather that has been laser-printed with a Victorian-style design inspired by a Robert Graham dress shirt.
Pure Vision Designs, under the eye of owner Steve Strope, will also unveil a Pontiac GTO. At the same time, Pure Vision Design is best known for its focus on the American hot rod era.
For more information about Heidts and their latest suspension systems, visit heidts.com.
Goodguys 2025 BASF Most Bitchin’
Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, the world’s largest hot-rodding group and producer of “America’s Favorite Car Show,” is excited to announce Amadeo “Amie” Angelo and his custom 1932 Ford coupe as the winner of their coveted 2025 BASF Most Bitchin’ Car of the Year. The Most Bitchin’ title is part of Goodguys’ top “Top 12 of the Year” awards program presented by BASF and was chosen during the Goodguys 32nd Summit Racing Lone Star Nationals at Texas Motor Speedway.
Amie’s 1932 three-window coupe, built by Ben York and his team at Roseville Rod and Custom in Roseville, California, is packed with unique custom touches, a wild inline-six engine, an impressive interior, and subtle modifications throughout that come together to make a Bitchin’ hot rod. Even better, this isn’t just a trailer queen show car—Amie just finished the 1,700-mile Goodguys Hall of Fame road tour before heading to Texas.
The core of this fun little coupe is a distinctive inline-six GMC engine featuring a rare Howard 12-port cylinder head and a vintage Hilborn injection system converted to electronic fuel injection. Roseville custom built all the accessory brackets, headers, and components on the highly detailed engine.
Equally traditional is the chassis beneath the coupe, which uses classic hot rod components such as a dropped I-beam axle, hairpin radius rods, a four-link rear suspension, and a quick-change rearend. The Roseville team crafted the cowl steering setup, distinctive custom shock and headlight mounts, and unique spreader bars. Vintage Kinmont-style brakes add the right hot rod look, complemented by 16-inch artillery-style wheels wearing classic tires.
Roseville started with a fresh body from Brookville, chopped the top 3 inches, fine-tuned the panels and fitment, worked in a 1934 Chevy grille, and added a GMC emblem to match the six-cylinder engine. The taillights come from a 1934 Chevy, and the color is a modified version of a vintage 1936 Graham-Paige hue. Inside are modified 1964 Corvette seats wrapped in leather, a 1934 Chevy dash with custom gauges, a 1941 Buick steering wheel, hand-formed trim, custom handles, and details that make this hot rod truly unique and absolutely Bitchin’.
Congratulations to Amie Angelo and the gang at Roseville Rod & Custom for being named the Goodguys 2025 BASF Most Bitchin’ of the Year.
For more information about Goodguys Rod and Custom Association, visit good-guys.com.
Goodguys 2025 Griot’s Garage Muscle Machine of the Year
Goodguys Rod & Custom Association announces Jeremiah Belk and his 1966 Nova as the winner of the prestigious 2025 Griot’s Garage Muscle Machine of the Year award. The Muscle Machine of the Year title, one of Goodguys’ highly sought-after “Top 12 of the Year” awards presented by BASF, was awarded during the Goodguys 32nd Summit Racing Lone Star Nationals at Texas Motor Speedway.
The Nova, built by Driven Speed Shop of Mesa, Arizona, exemplifies what defines a muscle machine: classic muscle car style with plenty of horsepower, modern flair, and impressive build quality. Plus, the car must prove its performance by completing a 100-mile reliability run, running laps on the autocross track, and conquering the dragstrip.
Jeremiah’s Nova outperforms what Chevrolet built in 1966. The original unibody car now sits on a full chassis from Roadster Shop for greater strength and improved handling. Power is five times greater than the original thanks to a Wegner Automotive 427ci engine topped with a Whipple supercharger, capable of producing 1,000 hp. Massive disc brakes offer instant stopping power, and the car rolls on Forgeline wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport tires.
The team at Driven Speed Shop gave the body significant sheetmetal updates, including a smoothed and raised cowl, tucked bumpers, deleted trim, shaved driprails, and flush-mounted glass. Kandy Shop Kreations was brought in for final bodywork and to apply the PPG Audi Daytona Pearl paint.
The interior is just as custom and modernized, with a leather-wrapped custom dash fitted with Holley digital instruments. Most of the interior work was done by Sew Cal Rods, including stitching new seats in red and black leather. It also has air conditioning, a powerful stereo, and a rollcage for added safety.
Congratulations to Jeremiah Belk and Driven Speed Shop for being named the Goodguys 2025 Griot’s Garage Muscle Machine of the Year.
For more information about Goodguys Rod and Custom Association, visit good-guys.com.
