The Legendary Rad Rides by Troy Hand Built Custom '29 Ford Model A Hot Rod

This is the 4th episode of our Midwest Road Tour and it sure was a special shoot for all of us on the team. Spending the day with Troy Trepanier and learning why every builder I know says "Troy is the best" was one of the best days in my automotive career. The artistry along with sheer mechanical genius gives you the builds that only Troy and his team could build. This 1929 Model A Tudor is truly one of the finest builds I've ever experienced in every way possible so sit back and enjoy the ride...
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[@benodie02760]

Top of the game, also Steve Moal! Great that Troy gives his right hand Adam the accolades! Love the first 2 minutes, no talking, just look and listen to the ride!

[@mauricesiermachesky4900]

While Southern California custom vehicles are cool, traveling the U.S.A. with Sean, to visit custom build shops, shows there are award winning builders across America! More road trips Sean!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

More road trips coming soon. Next will most likely be Alabama

[@nrvous309]

This is without a doubt 1 of the most beautiful cars I've ever seen

[@AutotopiaLA]

Same for me. Stunning

[@RobRJFab]

Troy has and will always be the best automotive designer/ builder. End of story! He surrounds himself with the best and attracts the best. Truly my hero in the automotive industry.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I’ve heard that from a lot of the top builders in this business and having been to his shop I get it now. Troy and his team are truly next level on design and execution plus their builds actually drive ALOT! Truly an honor getting to spend the day with Troy and his team

[@TheBarnCarsandBicycles]

Troy is the cat's meow. Humble as you can imagine. He is one of THE best car builders in the world. If you haven't been to a Goodguys and seen his cars in person - I highly suggest going to spend 30-45 min just staring at his cars in person. There are things that you might not see anywhere else. I've been following him many years. They are selling parts and cool items on their website too. Bolts and cool clamps.

[@joeross2914]

Been following Troy for 30yrs Never Disappoints..He's one of the Greats/Father of "HOTRODDING" & his Work Ethic/Humbleness upon the Automotive Hobby/Building is Awesome overall.. How it's suppose to be..GREAT JOB above.. 😎❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍👍👍c

[@mattbellina5485]

I watch A LOT of auto content. From F1 on Netflix to Bad Chad and everything in between. I have to say this Autotopia LA Western tour is just about my most favorite series I’ve seen in 40+ years. It’s just the kind of rides I like the most presented just exactly the right way. So thank you thank you thank you! So this latest review. Whoa. The design, engineering, build quality, and artistry is just freaking mind bending. Good gracious what I wouldn’t give to personally see it. The vicariousness will have to do for now. Stoked!!

[@JoeMicc1973]

The “right right right” clip got me!! 😂😂😂

[@MotoNoir86]

That color is awesome.

[@CyberDocUSA]

Love the steampunck element with the exterior mechanicals. These guys are engineering and fabricating geniuses. That electric rear window is such an incredible touch (and practical). And Shawn, if you're finishing this tour in that Classic Chevy truck, you need a straw cowboy hat, braj. 😄 Have a great weekend.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Every time I see one of Troy's cars it takes me about three runs thru the specs before I can understand what he did with his rides. Shawn....I'm 77 y.o. and haven't seen a Halibrand rear end in nearly a thousand years.....you certainly get to work with great rides. Whaddajob!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Troy and his team build some of the finest vehicles in the custom world

[@ChasingPerfection]

My favorite Builder. Adam's metalwork is what everyone strives for. I follow him and Casey on IG. The quality of builds turned out of that shop is the best of the best. I could listen to Troy talk about the cars for hours. This car was in a WheelHub issue I have. Notice how all the hardware is clocked. Details, details, details

[@jeffhanson3046]

Troy is the absolute goat of hot rods with not only the vision, but the skills to complete whatever he attempts.

[@vfeuer9236]

this guy is doing rocket science

[@alexandrulaita2673]

Rolling oldies, no matter how many tweeks we see on a car, something about the 50,60,70' including Elvis is forever beautiful, this car is perfect!

[@davemurphy63C10]

Troy continues to blow my mind. Still at the top of his game after all these decades. Still innovating, still pushing the envelope and still has the passion and drive of a guy just starting out. Gawd do I wish I could afford to work with him.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Still pushing everyday. Wait til you see the 3rd gen Camaro they’re building…wow!!

[@spookydog6959]

Thanks Sean Troy and the crew 😁

[@thomasryan8218]

I remember when Troy was a kid and building pro street cars.

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

The coolest model A ever!!!

[@shifter8207]

I don’t think I’ve seen a car that cool ever. Top notch work. Beyond words !

[@davidyackell]

One of my top 5 channels on KZbin! I was like a crackhead when the next episode hadn't come out yet.

[@AutotopiaLA]

lol! Thank you. We keep trying and pushing to get better at what we do here

[@CorpseExplosion]

I think I used this comment on a couple of your other recent videos but this is just...unbelievable.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Nothing like Troy and his team

[@fitzwilliams6683]

I’d heard of Troy but never seen his work Wow !

[@AutotopiaLA]

Dig in sometime. All the best builders say he’s the best

[@gordocarbo]

Simply incredible start to finish.. Troy has been around for eons...read about him in HRM....Gray Baskerville was THE guy to write the articles everyone knew his name. Very tasteful build, detail is second to none.

[@BLZeBobpaint]

Love this car. Looked amazing in bare metal at Detroit a few years ago and then finished the following year. So cool. Been following Troy’s builds since his first ones, the 50 Buick and 60 Chevy, the Rumbler and Impaler etc etc. So many killer, killer rides. Always top notch. Great video.

[@maurogallinotti3742]

That's my man. Respect.

[@motorsportvalley]

Wow... this episode was a treat! Troy and his guys are freakin amazing and Adam blew my mind! Ya'll had me smiling the whole time. good stuff 👏

[@andyt4795]

Another level! Can’t imagine, i don’t think I’d stop driving it.

[@mbc9290]

Wow! Just wow 😮! Incredible!

[@PETERNESS]

so damm cool Troy gave massive respect to Adam , love that

[@danferguson4004]

That car is beautiful! It sounds So Good and look so good

[@Far2hip]

We are in, quite literally, the most amazing time for hot rod builders. The capabilities using modern manufacturing techniques and technology has changed the game to an extraordinary degree. These folks are producing modern comfort, amenities, and performance into some of the most creative designs imaginable. It’s truly amazing. 👍🏻😎👍🏻

[@stevenparker6415]

WHOLE NOTHER LEVEL!

[@Anuskasv0]

That's one of the coolest hot rod's I've ever seen.

[@mustangmarty8491]

🇺🇸 By far, my brother, you have the best channel out there. Keep'em coming 👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you! My team has been killing it and always pushing to get better

[@jasonkowalski662]

Mind officially blown 😮 Absolutely love the color!

[@2kanchoo]

This series of videos is awesome. Great to see all these fantastic builders.

[@Far2hip]

The most poignant statement I’ve ever heard about creating a clean looking build is “The cleaner the look and the lines the longer it takes to build. If it’s going to be genuinely functional, you can automatically double that time to create a finished build. And that is for the talented and experienced craftsman.” This car exemplifies that statement. But the coolest part of all is this thing gets driven REAL distances often. Very cool. 👍🏻😎👍🏻

[@toddclark332]

It's tour time my friend❤brothers

[@biglakehotrods381]

This has been my favorite series so far. The builders you are talking to are living legends. Troy and his guys build some crazy clean and unique stuff. Thanks for sharing this journey!

[@AutotopiaLA]

And there’s still 2 more episodes coming from the trip. Today and Friday. Troy and his team are as good as it gets

[@evanhi450]

This Guys in a Different League of Hot rods Thanks That's Gangsters Car!

[@alexandrulaita2673]

You have the best job in the world sir, driving all these beauties!

[@kens8903]

Such an amazing build!

[@jonnyc71]

troy's fuchsia 66 chevelle is why i bought my 66 when i was a senior in high school 1989. it was my first hot rod.

[@MTXSHO9732vV8SHO]

"My Parents built me a shop in the Alley"--Troy Trepanier (moral of the story) engage your children and believe in their dreams. You're living in a World, filled with a growing number of people that raise feral, human beings.

[@ryanperry9472]

Wow dude! This thing is a complete BAD ASS! I love everything about it! Troy and his team obviously are building some cool rides! Nice work Shawn! You and your team are putting out some GREAT content! Truly look forward to your videos! Have fun driving that truck around while touring! So awesome! You are living the life dude!

[@CaseyW491]

I'm like overwhelmed by the talent. In all the builds Sean's been showcasing recently. My word, these cars are so over the top incredible.

[@bspeers1]

Hey Shawn just watched the episode with Troy & his 29 Ford. Really cool to see all the stuff they do. Your tour was a great idea! Thx

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks. And still 2 more episodes from our tour coming this week

[@matthewlockhart6243]

So good, I watched it twice!

[@Jeezey]

I Love Troy’s work. I’ve been a fan since the T.V. Show “RIDES”

[@AutotopiaLA]

Troy and his team are as good as it gets imo

[@nrvous309]

Troy is, and has been my favorite builder since I was a kid. His 62 Chevy Biscayne is my all time favorite

[@hotrod2321]

Just a beautiful car love the classic look. And plenty of power. One of my favorite

[@mattquin6547]

Fantastic video! Well done. Definitely my favourite!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you. What an honor spending the day with Troy and his team

[@sru1436]

DAMN! That car is amazing!

[@kevinbarrett9615]

I don’t even like sedans but…..this is next level , wow !

[@robklarich572]

Troy and his team are the pinnacle of what they do; have been watching Troy from day dot. Thankyou for an amazing upload Shawn

[@marktiltins8845]

Bonny and Clyde would have loved that 👍

[@sru1436]

I remember watching him when he first started and I was in high school, the 66 chevelle.!🤤

[@joeleyendecker5346]

Especially Loved your "Rock'n Intro" on this piece. It was Time well spent.... fits perfectly!....Keepum Rockin' On!!!! You know 'Anything' you're going to see by Troy is gonna Rock and this one didn't disappoint. One Bad Ass Ride.... I haven't seen anything with Troy in it for awhile. Time Sure Flies don't it?He's showing a bit of his age nowadays...glasses and all....lol. 👍👀👏

[@SilverMinstrel]

Best of its kind I've ever seen. What struck me first was the Root beer color. Really suits it. The side steering linkage at 11:36 has a Steam Punk look but more refined.

[@AptivaXP]

😳 Unbelievable! 😍

[@jdawg93]

The details just kept going! I bet this video could have been hours

[@AutotopiaLA]

Could’ve kept going with all the details

[@mura0]

What a masterpiece. The 56 Buick and this 29 are my favorites of his builds.

[@Lowco.mofo433]

The entire car is beautiful but that dash with those yellow lights all chopped just looks gorgeous. Would be amazing to cruise PCH in this thing

[@JoeMicc1973]

Wow, what an amazing work of art!!! 🔥🔥👌🏼

[@jackoszuscik6669]

EXCRUCIATINGLY AWESOME YO! KUDOS ON THE BUILD 👍

[@AllSpeed]

Been a fan of Troy's since i saw "Orange Peel" and "Sniper"

[@anhiirr]

this is next level workmanship. Damn and the lore between the shop and troy is on par with the build and stuff hes trying to put out.

[@wendehorn6314]

The level of craftsmanship is breathtaking.... Wow.... Just wow....

[@TheOneAboveAll-001]

DassDope! I got to watch it again.

[@walter9724]

I have the hot rod magazine from 1991. I was in school and I would take it to school everyday and look at all the awesome cars. Troy has always been up their in my top 3 inspirations when it comes to attention to detail ans beautiful builds. The hot rod is just another. Awesome

[@richardtrammell7521]

I absolutely 💯 love that car 😊

[@ljsites]

Impressive wasn’t a strong enough word to explain this build, so I looked up synonyms, extraordinary, splendid, remarkable…still couldn’t find the perfect word to describe how cool this is.

[@vintagespeed]

first car of troy's i ever saw was the 'chicane', and he's been an inspiration of mine ever since. truly one of the best of the best, of the best.

[@hectorcortland5204]

6:24 bro you cant do that XD The bonk sound has me absolutely rolling

[@rolfbrunner3016]

This is the highest level of a perfect car in every detail.

[@bodine2537]

Love the color of it, looks awesome on that ride 👍🏼

[@ronaldezz]

Engineering artistry at its finest.

[@-MacCat-]

Another great episode, about another great builder and his team. Thank you.

[@GregGreg356a]

speechless, detail is unbelievable.

[@pareotrem]

Gorgeous!

[@nevillesmith7090]

Yesss! Finally! A hot rod!! Thanks guys

[@bos6782]

Badass, nice ride, wow. Love the color

[@jrmotorsports5532]

Such awesome work!!!

[@josegregoriorodriguez6667]

Troy es un constructor excepcional, ese auto es la muestra de lo que es capaz de hacer, los autos que construye y modifica son otras de arte

[@axist1235]

Amazing amazing amazing!!! Work of art. The love and passion. Again smile on my face all video!

[@marvinhagler4721]

Love this

[@RandyLahey87]

So cool. Another awesome video.

[@sweatgangathleticsstraight9210]

Beautiful Craftsmanship and Artistry!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🤙🏼

[@harmankardon478]

wow looks even better with the bonnet off! Highest level build.

[@LCkamado]

Love it, super clean

[@SolveFixBuild]

I love this car but I also love that square body. 😮😮

[@maya00795]

Awesome shawn 😊....... Greetings from india🇮🇳🤠🤠🤩🤩🙌🤘🏻

[@richheider8455]

Wow bitching cool rendition of a model A .Troy's guy Adam modern day Renaissance man ❤😎😲👍👍🤙✌️

[@BillyJupiter]

Literally the one Only Dude. And Channel that made me search for a resolution Higher button. *Lying. Runner up, Steve Strope . O'Yieahh Buddy..

[@mitchellzrobin1933]

Up here from Barrie Ont.Thanks

[@cqwt6103]

Rad Ride by Adam.

[@zach_diecast_mansur]

Crazy car, wow!

[@roberticolari7447]

Just Wow

[@Itsjustken]

Very cool vid boys

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank Ken! What an incredible trip this was

[@jamesinkeys]

Fabricate full fenders with rear skirts, place a french name and plaque... Say this car is a one off, bespoke French car, of the thirties... Win "BEST of SHOW", PEBBLE BEACH, CONCOURS d' ELEGANCE... Subbed, and always a thumbs up!