Chip Foose: Ex Overhaulin Star Breaks Silence: The TRUTH About Boyd Coddington & Car Design

[@RoadToSuccessOfficialPodcast]

**PLEASE READ**I had less than an hour to prepare for this episode and setup and usually i prepare for hours / days in advance! I didn’t want to miss the incredible opportunity. And i only had 45 mins with Chip. I never watched Chip as a kid however have been binge watching overhauling even since the podcast! Please note this is not normally the case 👊 This would of not happened without ‪@Petrolheadonism‬​ & ‪@Hardupgarage‬​ at the PETROLHEADONISM LIVE show at Knebworth!

[@UKBUILT]

Your doing great 💪 I love the pods😍

[@raysstuffz]

Noticed, still enjoyed it, thanks a lot!! 🙂 P.S: Overhaulin' was the name of his show.

[@papasmodelcarroom8450]

You did great, you asked awesome questions and you let him talk.....perfect.

[@davidwatching9594]

I thought you did ok. The only issue was you kept getting out over your skis when he was talking. Keep up the good work

[@RoadToSuccessOfficialPodcast]

@@davidwatching9594only had 40 mins was conscious of time. Im not sure id do another again under time pressure

[@TheREALOC1972]

One of the best car stories I've ever heard..... A women and her daughter were at a local Wal-mart and couldn't get their mid 70's Ford truck started while her husband who was in the Navy was out to sea, a random guy walks up to them and offers to look at it, and when he couldn't get it started he says he knows a guy who will look at it and can fix it on the cheap, calls a tow truck to come get the truck and gives them a ride home. The next day drops off a car they can use while the mechanic is looking at it so she can take the daughter to school and do her running that she needed to do and said he talked to the mechanic and the truck could be fixed but it take a couple weeks to fix it, When they woman and her daughter showed up at the shop there was a brand new engine sitting in the truck and the transmission had been rebuilt. The "random guy" walks out of the shop office and it's shop and it's Chip Foose, and when he hands her the bill it just says "Paid for by your husbands service to this country".

[@dewdew34]

Awesome story

[@TheREALOC1972]

@@dewdew34 TRUE story

[@richardtaylor2449]

OMG thanks for that @TheREALOC1972 love Chip 🤩💯👍

[@joeyoungs8426]

F$&@ing stud. I like him even more now.

[@fw1421]

Chip is such a great guy.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@CMonster0125]

Many years ago, I went to a car show with my best friend and his younger brother Kyle (who had some mental development issues) to see the cars and meet Chip Foose. When we got to the front of the line, Kyle rushed forward with a car drawing he had wanted to show Chip. Instead of just doing a simple autograph and brushing us off, he critiqued the drawing and redrew it (he had a sketchbook under the table), explaining his design choices and techniques. Almost an hour later (people were crowding around us to watch Chip in action), Kyle was in tears when Chip gave him his sketches. It was a great moment that I'll never forget. When Kyle passed away, his brother tucked Chip's drawings into casket at the funeral. Chip is a kind and caring man, never letting his success go to his head.

[@alaska2026]

Wow what a great memory

[@meredithhalfpenny8609]

Aaaaand I’m crying ❤ what a beautiful story.

[@daveweber9164]

That was the sweetest thing I’ve read in awhile. I know no pictures can be posted, but I’d love to see the pics of them and the design

[@alaska2026]

@@daveweber9164 that would be... chef's kiss

[@CMonster0125]

@@daveweber9164 They were buried with Kyle. I don't know if there were any photographs of the designs.

[@zewski44]

Working with Chip on the Overhaulin show as a technician was one of the best experiences ive been fortunate to have.He is the epitome of humbleness and a huge talent.Bravo Chip!!! i wish him nothing but continued success.

[@yourhandlehere1]

I'm still disappointed nobody ever stole my 68 Corolla. I bet even you guys would have a helluva time finding parts for it

[@randyoehlert5045]

68 Corolla , you would never believe that someone stole it. 😅😅

[@yourhandlehere1]

@@randyoehlert5045 Yeah, besides being the oldest one in the US... it's a 4 speed manual.

[@timmawson642]

My housemate had his ‘78 “The Rolla” stolen while we were at a party one night. Funniest moment at 2am when he was talking to the police was when they asked him the colour? Nearly every panel on his $50 Toyota was a different colour or just pure rust. He just replied Beige as a medium, got it back 2 weeks later but nobody could tell if there was any extra damage as it was shithouse before being pinched.😂 Lasted another year or so… best $50 (Australian ) he ever spent he said.😂😂 So they DO! Get stolen.👍

[@ErikGenerik76]

My 1st car was a 79 corolla wagon. RWD unfortunately an automatic. Loved that hooptie

[@BigThumpr1]

The fact that Chip brings up his father first, talks so much about him, then brings himself up last and talks not that much about himself shows the character of who he is! What makes this man one of the greatest car designers of all time, he had to and still does try to exceed what his father would approve of. And to turn down a show about stupid things all to make people’s dreams come true with their cars, what a class act! There will only be one Chip Foose and us car guys are blessed to have him in the auto industry.

[@apolloravindran]

I have cried along many a times when Chip used to cry on TV when he did reveals and when he was touched by people's stories and gratitude. Overhaulin was a great show and forever be part of my growing adulthood.

[@philshock3805]

Right there with you, man. That show hit me right in the feels!

[@mistabone3899]

@@philshock3805 right in the feels every time.

[@tsr7198]

I totally agree 💯. Great creations, restorations and feels!

[@Lemingtona-x5g]

so contrived

[@daleschofield6666]

@@philshock3805 and here I thought I was the only softie!!!

[@LavaMan60]

I grew up with Chip. Lived just around the corner and we attended elementary school, junior high and high school together in Goleta, CA. I have fond memories of him drawing 3D cars in 4th grade and being blown away and him showing me his Dad's shop and just hanging out. So marvelous to see a Goleta local have a marvelous career and a singular, profound impact on the Hot Rod industry.

[@dahlstardiecast3314]

I'm Chip's only cousin. I've seen his dad's work in person at AMT. I've seen all the movie car's in person.

[@BXtremP]

@@dahlstardiecast3314 I'm Chip's pen, I've actually drawn all the sketches of all the cars he has ever built

[@patrickgagne8795]

@@BXtremP lmao that was good

[@JJ-xo7zv]

​@@BXtremP😂😅😂😅

[@justayoutuber1906]

Yeah, those poor people from Santa Barbara....

[@daveknott9197]

I have met Chip and he is flat out the most friendly, honest and true person I have ever met.

[@aceenterprise]

The world needs more Chip Foose's. Not only his passion for his work, but always seems extremely humble and caring, making friends, not just business associates.

[@anywaythewindblows5004]

Love how he honors his father all the time. Such a humble man. Wish I could meet him.

[@Frank00]

When he said he was an extension of his father’s career that hit home for me because I’ve been with my dad working for him all my life and he’s still here. I never knew what to call myself when people asked me what i do. I’ll now say I’m an extension of my father’s career. I don’t mind giving him the credit, I don’t need it.

[@timduvall8482]

To this day one of my absolute favorite episodes of overhaulin was when they finished Chip's fathers F-100 without him knowing. When I saw his reaction I had tears pouring out my eyes.

[@colinpryor6590]

​@@timduvall8482 that was a fantastic episode might not of been the "best car" but to me just looking from the outside in had the most meaning to both Chip and his dad.

[@ctvette1318]

Yes, me too!

[@t0cableguy]

Its amazing to hear that chip came up with the premise of overhaulin. I loved that show and I didn't really know how real it was until this interview. 170+ cars 170+ families gifted a dream. Chip is even more awesome than I thought.

[@oileigh]

Chip Foose is the real deal. His passion and integrity for his work is admirable.

[@firebald2915]

It's a shame about the "first wife" deal. Ball and chain strikes again.

[@AustinBoil]

Chip did a paint design for a project I was working on while he was at Boyd's. What a gracious & fun guy to work with. He showed me many things he does in design that most people will never pick out because they are so subtle. One of those things that you look at a car & you can't put a finger on what's been modified but it just looks awesome. His designs & paint schemes are classy & never "trendy", so they will never go out of style. I still have the project rendering on my wall that he drew. Nothing but a class act & wish him the best.

[@WilliamBurdine]

Dear Chip Foose, I watched your Show Overhaulin and SO LOVED IT... I wanted you to know, that it did something for me... it helped me to SEE people from the INSIDE and it did not matter the "thing" but the "Effort" or the "Generosity" on behalf of a loved one. It really led me to open my heart to GIVE More... THANK YOU for your Gift and the message that you created with it.

[@TheMrDarius]

Chip Foose is a living legend. I've seen his stuff since I was a kid and he still looks the same like he hasn't aged a bit. He's very humble and loves going above and beyond for his customers. That kind of passion is very rare.

[@ronnyraza2098]

Let the man speak, please. I watched Chip Foose on tv when i was a kid. Never could have enough. He's such a humble person and has inspired many petrolheads.

[@rmp5s]

I'll never forget a clip I saw of this guy YEARS ago...a handicapped kid in a motorized chair wanted to meet him and he didn't just stop and say hi, he put a piece of paper on the table thing attached to the chair and drew the kid a sick ass car...UPSIDE DOWN! He drew the car UPSIDE DOWN. Now, to artists, I'm sure this is totally normal, but to me?...who can barely write legibly and screws up stick figure drawings?...friggin MIND BLOWING. lol

[@terrylong6457]

I saw that one. He is amazing.

[@rmp5s]

@terrylong6457 BLEW MY MIND!!

[@gymshoe8862]

Chip has that talent in the bank in case its ever needed--he is a real artist/humanitarian. I'd love to hear his wife's story! I bet she has a story, no?

[@brendangeraghty8865]

Chip's content of character, positivity and values are so inspiring, no matter what you do in life. What an amazing man

[@AustinHorgan]

My grandma was the secretary at Cragar when they had the shop and she always said that Boyd, Jesse, and chip were some of the best people she’d ever met and watching chip do a design was intoxicating. This video proves that she was right about chip being a great guy.

[@illfingaz210]

That’s bullshit… Boyd was a complete cunt… nobody liked him, not even his wife!!

[@mrpoizun]

Boyd who?

[@geoftartoosie9961]

I've met Chip a few times but this is the first interview where he actually told his story in so much detail, well done. Pity about having to walk away from his first wife with very little and starting all over again....

[@psychosneighbor1509]

She worked so hard tho.

[@davidtwigger7292]

I did this at 45 , starting from less than nothing !

[@Neil_]

@@psychosneighbor1509 Everything she brought to the company is exactly why Chip can walk away from it all with confidence.

[@daledavies2334]

The best was when they pranked John Force and "stole" his school bus. He was so upset when it disappeared, but so ecsatic when he got it back all spanked up. Between Chip and John, two of the best!

[@MichaelScudder72]

John Force was ready to throw down! Great episode

[@advhawk6455]

I grew up watching Chip do his thing, always admired him. This is the first time I've heard about his divorce. Hearing him say he signed away everything he worked for is like a gut punch. Regardless of the circumstances, no man deserves that, least of all Chip Foose. Great interview.

[@dreamworksmarc]

as a car builder myself much respect fot this guy. hes honest, hard worker, no sell out for fame and fortune. aritist, passionate, self made man. great personality!! great guy!!! very cool stuff. we need more people like this

[@lobsterboyx]

Chip is a professional, you can hear it in the way he speaks, beyond deliberately and clear. If you ever have another guest of this calibre on your pod, do your research for godssakes, listen to him and ask adult questions to your adult guest. Having a guy like him on your pod cast is a gift and hearing you completely ignore him and make him repeat himself over and over and over again is embarrassing.

[@drcdrdoct9864]

I agree with this. I don't know the guy interviewing because this just showed up on my feed. But for godsakes, watch some of those shows before he comes. I bet this bloke hasn't watched an overhaulin or a Rides. Chip is such a professional.

[@Lemingtona-x5g]

its an educated man sat with a none educated man

[@battalian]

Chip Foose and OverHaulin was a favorite show to sit down and watch long before anything was online streaming.. waiting to see what next majestic beauty CF would turn out. If only they would have done projects in Canada, it would be a dream (even today) to have my 93 Bronco -stolen- and redeemed by Chip. Thank you Chip Foose for bringing excitement to an entire generation of car lovers. Your work deserves to live on forever.

[@moorepower13]

I ran into Chip when he was in Colorado while he was picking up a clients car. He immediately recognized my inquisitive face(I knew I knew him, but from where look). He introduced himself to make me feel at ease and was a total gentleman.

[@joduval]

Chip foose and the Overhaulin' show is the reason i went to school in autobody work. I also loved boyd coddington hotrods, monster garage, Trucks, all the tv shows of that time. geez I miss that period of entertainment.

[@D95SI420]

monster garage needs to come back.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

Overhaulin was the best reality car show they ever did! It was so in depth and the finished cars were so amazing! I used to absolutely dream about them taking my car and giving it the Overhaulin treatment. I've often said if I ever won the lottery that I'd want to have some of my favorite cars built out to my own custom design. Chip really is living the dream and he seems like a really good guy!

[@johnayres7023]

Chip is not only one of the world's best designers, but I find it neat he's kid like and loves in every way what's he's doing. He is an incredibly humble man and the ultimate car guy. I remember seeing him at a car show a very long time ago working for a local retailer drawing in front of people surrounded by car cleaning products and asking a small boy what his favorite car was and then drawing it and asking the kid to pick from his markers what color he wanted it and I believe I watched him do this longer than I spent looking at cars in the show. The smile on the kids face when he signed it and handed it to him was priceless. Cars guys are the best of people.

[@oggie1967]

Chip Foose, what a superbly humble human being! You can tell how passionate he is about design and cars, its definitely not about the money! I could listen to his story all day, thanks Ben for sharing!👍👏👏👏♥️

[@JACKstandJIMMY]

This is probably the most humble and genuine human being and he takes alot of pride in his work and it shows

[@EmilTheoneandonly]

Foose is a true Legend, insane talent

[@Buggblasta]

So sorry about your ex. I’m proud that you continue to move forward. You’re a real man

[@jamesbryan88]

I appreciate this was probably a short notice opportunity to interview Chip... But you need to research the guest, because it came across like you didn't know anything about him, the shows and cars. Hopefully you get to see him again for longer podcast, he's such a nice guy.

[@Bandaihite]

Yeah, this was cringe as hell

[@jdog3690]

So it wasn’t just me then.

[@caleblebese8008]

True

[@springlakeswatersports149]

I love Chip and the fact you had not researched him to death meant some things came out that would normally be glossed over talking about specific cars that he did.. great cast and nice you got a chance to chuck him in the van

[@FACELOWNER]

The look on Chips face......"are you f*&kin serious, do you know anything about me"..?

[@LiamTaaffe]

What a massive hero Chip Foose is. He's inspired millions of amateur KZbin car builders and still remains so humble for all his outstanding achievements. I'm looking forward to seeing his KZbin channel!

[@UKBUILT]

I am thinking the same way as Foose "I don't want to be the centre of attention, I want what I am building to be the centre of attention" 👏

[@EdmondBouchard-sy3ml]

I could hear Chip talk all day about cars. Great Guy and love his work!

[@beendoneagain]

I just love the connection with AMT models. This explains all we have today!

[@LJones-b9w]

While in California on business trip I thought I would just drop by his shop. The Foose webpage stated that they had tours during lunch hours, which I assumed Chip would not be there but when we got to the shop Chip was standing out front with a customer. After the customer left I walked up to him and I reached out and shook his hand and he apologized for his hand not being clean. I was at least to say in shock just to meet Chip, my friends with me made fun of me because I was actually speechless. I had my picture made with him and several months later I sent a copy and asked if he would sign it for me. Along with the photo of Chip I sent a photo of my 87 Ranger that I had totally rebuilt with V8. He not only signed the photo of him and I but he signed the one of my truck. Chip is one of the most talented, nicest genuine people I have ever met.

[@az4555]

We were in the Sport Truck business in the 90's and Boyd wouldn't sell our company wheels, our business blew up big and "Boyds" started to decline. I remember the day he called and tried to sell me wheels again, I declined as the world had passed him and his ego up. Big fan of Chips, his contributions to the industry are immeasurable.

[@CatzCradle2024-6]

He seemed like a real tosser, the way he treated some of the employees was disgusting. It was entertaining though.

[@davidparker9676]

The Boyds wheels were so plain and uninspired. I see them on cars at the junkyard now, something unthinkable back in the day. All of those expensive wheels didn't have any classic style to have lasting appeal. They look so dated and out of place on a classic car.

[@CatzCradle2024-6]

@@davidparker9676 It’s crazy how things work out isn’t it. I often wonder what happened to some of Boyd’s lot, I was glad when some went to work with Chip. I guess those rims are meant to be forgotten.

[@az4555]

@@davidparker9676 We ended up doing business with Budnik and Billet Specialties. We sold a bunch of wheels and tires packages, we had a bunch of fun..still do!

[@Lemingtona-x5g]

@@CatzCradle2024-6 Boyd started their career. don't go crazy over a tv show half of its fake

[@joemurphy1706]

i especially liked the overhauling episode where they did chips 56 f100 because chips dad was involved and it was great to see him get something

[@mikeburgess3940]

You need to watch the tv series about Boyd Coddingtons shop he hated the fact Chip left to set up his own shop but Chip made the right decision as working for Boyd was like American Chopper

[@NathanaelGreer]

Boyd was a PoS

[@telcobilly]

​@@NathanaelGreer I think I saw him once on a show and he was not a nice person putting it mildly..

[@tq8076]

Yeah, I think many people didn’t know that. Guess you would have had to been there.

[@craigmorgan4676]

He was mad as hell!U can NEVER stop a talent like chip.He had to leave to pursue and enhance his genius at designing, truly UNBELIEVABLE hot rods!An absolute LEGEND, what a man!💯👌💯🙌🤝🇬🇧🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@ShaunHensley]

Yep, Boyd was acrimonious regarding Chip constantly and the comparison to Teutel is spot on.

[@spudhut2246]

Chip Foose always set the bar on modern builds. His work and designs were flawless with perfect aesthetics in any viewpoint. I built traditional hot rods for 20 years, we built them like grandfather did in the 40's/50's. I have met all the Godfathers of customs and practiced their methods, never got the privilege to meet Chip and shake his hand. What a treat to hear from him. I have always known him to be humble then as he is today. That to me is what bring success. The interview was good, but it was obvious the interviewer had no skin in the game when building Hot Rods or any idea on the history of them. Research alone doesn't do it. You have the Greatest and most successful custom builder in your studio, He gives you a suggestion, and you blow him off. "Road to Success my Own Way". Priceless.

[@Wjohnsonize]

Chip.. the Frank Lloyd Wright of hot rod design.

[@PaulKitchen-t8q]

THAT is the HIGHEST compliment, in my opinion.

[@JohnRussoPBC]

I Love Chip for all the Reasons. I use his dad Sam Foose's Favorite saying weekly It goes like This: " The important stuff you learn after you know everything " Happy Building People!

[@bluegizmo1983]

Foose is literally THE custom car designer of the last several decades! I doubt there is a person alive over 30 who would say otherwise!

[@philshock3805]

Chip Foose is certainly a master designer/builder and true legend but guys like Dave Kindig ain't no slouch.

[@JViello]

@@philshock3805 Who?

[@philshock3805]

@@JViello Dave Kindig of Kindigit Design. Has a pretty popular show on MotorTrend called Bitchin' Rides.... just won both the Riddler and Triple Crown of Hot Rodding awards for 2024. You know, that guy.

[@andrewramsdale]

@@philshock3805 I know who u are talking about he’s got a really interesting story

[@supersportjames9452]

Chip foose walked so Dave Kindig could run. They both are goats but chip means a lot to most car guys who are full grown adults now.

[@plunder1956]

Chip's amazing skill as an illustrator of his design ideas was a joy to watch. When he sat with an owner to flesh out their ideas on paper before the work started I was glued to the screen. I have worked around other Magic Marker and airbrush artists, so I have some idea how it's done, but Chip is so fast and he results are stunning. To me that is ALMOST more impressive than the cars he creates. I love his quiet, understated way of talking to people. What an utterly superb man.

[@joemizer]

Chip was trying to help you and you blew him off. Came on man. He’s an icon.

[@TheHaase65]

I went to art center with Chip, sketches along side him now and again. He was a friendly guy and extremely talented, many of admired his skills and talent. Great interview.

[@MrThunderMonky]

I met Chip once at a car event (Arizona Copperstate 1000/Mens Art Council thing) and he was absolutely wonderful and I cannot say enough nice things about this man. An Absolute Legend!

[@SunshineMix101]

Chip Foose reflects where technical mechanical knowledge combines with art. What he does is on a different level which is truly artistic.

[@djsandvig1]

I’ve talked to Chip a few times at some car shows.He has always been genuinely interested in our random conversation.I have followed his career very closely because I really liked his Dad’s builds. Sam Foose is an under appreciated builder who would rate a place in anyone’s Hall of Fame. I’m happy to have been alive during his great influence on the biz. Too bad the interviewer was absolutely clueless as to his career and influence.

[@davidparker9676]

The interviewer was clearly not listening to him and Chip had to continuously correct him.

[@T1NMAN0]

My thoughts exactly, why interview the man if you have absolutely no connection… almost like he just done it for the views on the tube. So sad

[@sarahellsworth7196]

@@T1NMAN0 The clickbait title of this video alone shows how clueless this guy is. I don't think Chip would ever dis anyone not even Boyd.

[@tomnekuda3818]

Didn't start loving Chip's creations.......now, he really has become one of my favorites. Good interview. My buddy and I spend hours thru junior high and part of high school assembling, gluing, painting, and modifying our model cars.

[@d.b.1176]

I live in the same city as Chip. I’ve seen him a couple times, just a normal guy. I always leave him alone but I’d love to tell him how amazing his work is.

[@wildcycles1]

One of the best interviews I've seen with Chip. I was in Art school around the same time he was, so some of that conversation was very interesting to me. It's always seemed that he is "one of us" and hasn't lost himself to the industry. Great to hear him talking about his next steps at the end. Nicely done to both of you!

[@0tispunkm3y3r]

No way! Chip is a hero! I used to watch Overhaulin' till the cows came home, it was such a good show. Just been watching on his Channel as well the 1953 Barris Kustom, a rare beast and the passion Chip has for this stuff is off the scale.

[@nathanhorsfall1171]

What an incredible opportunity to be able to interview Chip Foose! well done Ben this shows how far you've come in the car world. keep smashing it

[@Bannimann2]

I've always liked Chip Foose, he comes out as a genuinely nice guy, and I loved Overhaulin! Didn't care much for Boyd Coddington, he treated his employees like crap imo, and I didn't like Jesse James either - he came out like a con man in my eyes, and he proved me right - I mean, when you score way over your league, like he did with Sandra Bullock, you don't cheat on her!

[@Dr.LessCharacter]

I love Chip , Man what a humble way to express who you are! Most of these guys that get the shows their arrogant he never wavered from his good being.

[@despaterson8918]

I loved how he hand drew his designs. Such an artist

[@jimmyl.bakerjr.7026]

I have watched Chip Foose since early adulthood, and he has never disappointed. He is super talented and a visionary. His designs are legendary. I can't imagine having a hot rod made by Foose Designs-now that would be a dream come true! So awesome to hear Chip Foose talk about his career, thanks for the interview!!!

[@JesseOldRodz]

Very interesting when he discussed the change in the way some big car shows are judged and how it decreases innovation in this field.

[@sirepaulos]

I do like how clean & slick your environment is, not being distracted by background stuff or flashy lights

[@DarkFlamage]

All I can say about Boyd is when I saw that show about his shop, he always seemed grumpy, angry, moody, and quick to pick fights with his employees.

[@coyboybc]

In my opinion Boyd was a total butt hole! Even his shop manager on his show was a prick! I would hate to know that I treated employees like their job is all that mattered and not have a life!

[@davidparker9676]

Seemed like such a toxic place, I don't know how he could keep anybody for very long.

[@Papa_Aurelio]

I agree. If it weren't for the beautiful cars, I wouldn't have watched. Seemed like everyone else did the design and he took the credit.

[@gouldnj]

I’ve met him and also watched a lot of content that discusses him and he was grumpy when asked to take a photo and seems like an asshole.

[@magnusatheos7301]

Coddington's show was painful to watch. Both Boyd and that shop Forman clown he had treating everyone like crap were just awful to watch.

[@andycohen9235]

Chip is the man, met him in Orlando FL at a trade show and I told him I just bought my son a 1987 GMC extended cab sidestep and he drew it from memory!! Awesome!!!

[@justintime4466]

Wow, what a legend to have in your studio! Glad you got him in. Loved hearing more about him

[@Charlesredporsche]

I've met Foose a couple of times, and he seemed like a great guy, the kind of guy you'd want to have as a close friend. God bless you in the future chip.

[@rorygielarowski8972]

Chip’s Father sounds like a special Man! Foose! Baaris! Great Story! Thanks Chip!

[@SModelMafia]

Chip is one of a kind. Not only is he beyond talented, he so gracious with his time. He never says no to people that come up to him. That said, I was fortunate in 2006 to go to SEMA with my best friend. Long story short, we went to the show about 8 on Wednesday night,and hung out while they built the Challenger that year. Due to us being childish, we got to meet the whole build crew,and ended up with some cool swag. One piece was the " Overhaulin " wrench that was water jetted to made a dual quad linkage on a Corvette. My Sister now has it all, in a framed picture that Chip drew the following day. Just the way Chip,and the crew treated us was how he's been for decades. Sorry for the long reply, this was an awesome interview.

[@drewjones66]

Frustrating to hear an interviewer who has done very little research and doesn't even listen to what his guest is saying😔 How could he interview Chip Foose, and have no clues about Overhaulin😅

[@mikefraser5599]

It’s so frustrating and disrespectful

[@chriswalter1941]

I found it hard to watch chip being interrupted by someone who cleary wasnt listening to him properly. no respect at all and a great opportunity missed.

[@ZeZeBatata69]

He was not even listening..

[@wihamaki]

Believe it or not the U.S. is not the center of the universe. It's painfully obvious many Americans don't have a clue what happens around the world, so why is it so unreasonable that someone from the United Kingdom wouldn't know all that much about an American broadcast that is 12 years old?

[@AFTER_MIDNITE]

@@wihamaki​​⁠​​⁠​​⁠ Believe it or not, it’s unsurprising that viewers expected Ben to know more about Chip, especially since at 35:28 Ben claimed to do a lot of research before the interview, which we now know was untrue because Ben pinned his comment stating he had less than one hour to prepare for the interview. It begs the question, why did Ben lie instead of just being honest with Chip? PS: Cool it with the xenophobia. We all know criticizing Americans is a favorite British pastime, but it’s the 21st century already, prejudice is so primitive. PPS: Ben replied to another comment indicating he only had 20 minutes to prepare. Again, why act like he knew anything about Chip since he didn’t, rather than just being upfront?! It was quite disrespectful to Chip.

[@derekvillemairerealestates6422]

In the second or third season of overhaulin, I attended an automotive show in Toronto. I was surprised to see that Chip Foose was signing autographs, so my buddy and I got into line. What was so unique about the experience is that Chip spent 10 to 15 minutes with each person in line to do a customized drawing with a silver tipped permanent marker on his T-shirts. So while he was chatting to you and genuinely asking about you, he was also drawing a car or a truck design. That was amazing and totally personal to your T-shirt. What a humble guy and a great experience. I’ve never had that experience with any other celebrity.

[@AdamPrue-de5tw]

Chip was giving you a piece of gold,to advertise your podcast. All the top casters have a logo visible.

[@madmanmechanic8847]

The one thing I love about this man is he is so grounded there is absoulutliy no ego at all even as famous as hes is . That is so rare now days. His parents did a great job raising him ,

[@pat36a]

When Foose did Overhauling, what started out as a good thing and was a great show. Towards the end, it turned into a freak show. The cars became so valuable, the owners couldn't afford to keep them. Or they were so modified they couldn't drive them. An issue of becoming famous.

[@markhill9912]

Chip Foose, the name that brings many thoughts of quality work, builds, power and beauty! From the first episode of Overhaulin' I ever watched, I was hooked and never missed an episode of serious builds with all the fun of jokes, shenanigans and mischievous activities! The builds got done and we're immaculately beautiful! I connected with Chip and his father. Sorry to hear of his passing. When Chip laughed, I laughed, when he became emotional, choked up and shed tears, I became emotional, choked up and shed tears too! Chip knows what he wants, knows what he's doing and is such a nice, thoughtful and caring guy. I would love to have the chance to meet him, shake his hand and chat with him sometime, if I am blessed enough to do so! I'd travel down to California from my home in Oregon anytime!!

[@flyingjeff1984]

Chip is the real deal. So is Jesse. Just very different. I never could stomach Boyd. What a huckster.

[@davidparker9676]

I know Jesse is talented but Monster Garage was such a dumpster fire of a show. The projects were so stupid I couldn't stand watching the show, it seemed like a program for the lowest of the low IQ viewers.

[@ethanedwards7557]

Chip is a class act, Jesse is white trash.

[@daleschofield6666]

I have always appreciated Chip's work. I realistically know that I could never afford his work, but have always appreciated it. I LOVE his renderings before a build immensely! His wheels spin a little differently than the average man's! Keep up the great work, Foose!! I enjoyed the interview!

[@KierstenCrystalLillian]

tunedbyai AI fixes this. Chip Foose reveals Boyd Coddington truth.

[@GryphLane]

No it doesn't. AI only breaks things

[@HubsAlgarveKnives]

Chip,go small,go slow,go one after another in your unbelievable quality,our life time is limited and we forget this ! Big respect from Portugal 🇵🇹 ,for your work but also for beeing such a straight man ! ❤

[@tsb-2489]

Huge cultural difference between what the “kid” interviewer understands and what Chip Foose experienced.

[@DennisMurphey]

Chip Foose has lived the life I wanted back in 67, But It was not to be. I did good work but not cars. I would dearly enjoy a cup of coffee and long chat with Chip about cars and the future of Hot Rods. I know there needs to be a transition to some thing much more affordable and practical. But i can see a way to merge all the needs in to a DIY Kit based custom business. But at 75 I can't work the hours needed to hatch such an idea. So glad you had Him on and thank you for a professional approach to handling one of America's most loved treasured. Chip is simply amazing in everyway. Thank You for a great interview. Dennis in Virginia

[@j.wright5918]

You could def tell this guy didn’t know Foose at all! Chip is by far the best builder of all time.

[@daveh7186]

Dave Kindig isn’t too shabby either !

[@garyclay9812]

God this kid is clueless. Troy Trepanier does some nice stuff

[@danielkresha2228]

Glad to know that I'm not alone in this moment! I've idolized this man Chip for as long as I can remember! Like building AMT models like he mentions! I've dreamt of a life building like he did, starting of with a box of tools and then creating magic with metal. Great to hear from Chip again! Haven't heard from him since overhaulin in the late 90's I think. I share his dream, haven't been able to achieve that but thanks to those like Chip Foose, Boyd Coddington, Rat Fink, George Barris, VonDutch, so many before but Chip is my generation. If I could I would thank Chip for sharing his dreams with the world! And me.

[@BelowAverageGambler]

So many peoples childhood right here

[@christopherbose3461]

Thank you Mr. Foose for being the guy who has tact, professionalism and reality to what it takes to get the job done. If you're passionate about what you do what it takes to keep it alive. I have what it takes to build a project. Give me a problem, and I'll build a solution. I want to grow.

[@motosteggy3980]

Chip is a class act and a genuine nice guy ❤

[@michaeldean2447]

Chip is a solid guy. My brother was a valet at the A restaurant in Newport. We met Chip and told him we loved his shows. He's a really nice guy.

[@geraldhoff7362]

Car builder royalty.

[@kylekilroy5826]

Chip is one of the nicest, most genuine people- I wish there were more people like him.

[@user-bv5ng5jm5r]

thanks for getting me into cars chip !!! you were my inspiration and now I've passed that on to my kids !!! thank you for everything

[@rwdplz1]

The guest and the host are on two different wavelengths.

[@bobburt]

What a standup guy. Really refreshing to see. This is the kind of person you want to be friends with and maintain that friendship with because you know it will be a fulfilling friendship.

[@moochasas]

Top interview.... he is totally different to how I summed him up in all the shows like overhauling and rides...... hes all about the experience for people not the $$.... a very rare thing these days...

[@burbt6069]

Great Interview Ben. It was obvious to me that Chip had a lot of time and respect for you. He also knew it was a time sensitive sit down but he still gave you all he could about himself and his projects. By the look of that handshake at the end, you’ll definitely be getting the great Chip Foose in the back of your van again. Well done.👍

[@MEchanicAL_LSTAR]

Fun fact. My wife contacted Overhaulin without me knowing and got my 84 VW gti accepted and was in the final stages of the process before they swipe the car to have a someone of the production team to pull it because non muscle cars didn’t bring in the numbers they needed.

[@iammaximus614]

… a Mk 1 Dream! 🏆

[@jefdamen2977]

Definately a keeper 👍🏼

[@audoinxr6372]

I remember my favourite episode was the Honda Civic one. Because it wasn't a muscle car and seeing Foose design something non traditional was so good. Shame more non muscle cars didn't get through

[@thyubernoob]

That would've been an excellent build... One of the funniest cars I've had was a early 80's GTI

[@ShaunHensley]

I wonder what Chip would have done with a hot hatch

[@johnosborne3187]

Chip, you made my dreams come true in every episode of Overhaulin'. That show showed me an inspired leader who re-introduced people to their dreams. A leader who worked with a gifted team to create a perfect representation of what a vehicle could be. I cried with the owners when you and your team made that dream come true. I felt good about human beings when watching your show. Thank you:)

[@lasseystad3266]

Foose man, myth and absolute legend.

[@keithtodd3762]

Your team and your vision brought me tears of UTTER joy with EVER EPISODE of Overhaulin

[@zoomxf644]

Chip is a class act!

[@homeagain9692]

Certainly some of the coolest rides I've ever seen. To get it right once is an accomplishment but to do it many times over, that's talent.