Driveline: ZL-1 454 (1 of only 200 made), 500 hp, 4L80-E transmission, custom Newman Car Creations rearend

Inspiration: Jerry’s Grandfather had a ’55 of his own and was a significant influence in Jerry’s life, and this is the “ coup de grace”

Purpose of Build: Tour the car in shows for 8-10 months and then just drive it

Time to Build: 3 years, 9 months

Special Thanks: Zach Philips, the fabricator at Fred’s Street Rods, and wife, Lynne

Paint: Fred’s Street Rods

Upholstery: Gabe Lopez, Gabe’s Auto Upholstery, Bloomington, CA

Audio: Panasonic MB Quartz

Booth: Baer

Choice Awards are presented to the runners-up to the prestigious Shine Award given at SEMA