The Legendary Beach Boys Album Coupe Is Back | A Hot Rod Icon Reborn

Описание: At the 76th Grand National Roadster Show, we take a deep dive into one of the most iconic hot rods of all time—the Beach Boys Custom Coupe.

Built in the late 1950s and made famous by its appearance on the Beach Boys album cover and the 1961 Hot Rod Magazine cover, this legendary coupe has a history unlike any other. In this video, we’re joined by Kurt Castelo, son of the original builder, who walks us through the car’s incredible journey—from its early days with the Alexander Brothers and Barris Kustom, to its disappearance, rediscovery, and painstaking five-year restoration back to its exact 1961 configuration.

From the blown Oldsmobile powerplant and hand-formed bodywork to the period-perfect paint, interior, stance, and hidden engineering details, every inch of this car was researched and restored with absolute authenticity in mind. Using original large-format photos from the Hot Rod cover shoot, the team was able to bring the coupe back to the precise moment that made it a legend.

This isn’t just a car—it’s a time capsule, a piece of hot rod history, and a tribute to a builder whose work inspired generations.

If you love traditional hot rods, custom car history, and stories that connect music, culture, and horsepower—this one is special.

📍 Filmed at GNRS 2026
🔥 One of the most iconic hot rods ever built
📸 Restored to its exact 1961 Hot Rod Magazine form

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