I feel like scoops are like the seasoning on a meal. If used in the appropriate spots and if used in the right ratio, they can add a lot of flavor to the meal. But they're never the main course on their own
I've always liked what I call " S scoops" on hoods. This was a favorite kustom mod for my old bud Gator and were present on many of the cars he had a hand in
Just looking at that assymetrical scoop on that T-bird. Something looks familiar. Here 's the way I did mine on a '62 Bird ...
What a kool post. I'm trying to figure out where I can scoop the Merc. Hhhhmmmmm.... Jeff Myers 63 Galaxie.
Thanks for the scans, guys! The iconic images from the cameras and eyes of George Barris, Andy Southard, et.al., and fine editing is what made these magazines more than just collections of feature cars. Barris (Spotlight Books(?) had a whole series of entire issues devoted to single topics. (Interiors, engines detailing, etc.) "Scoops" and "Custom Grilles" always topped the list for me! How about this posed (no sparks) construction shot of the Aztec, from Rik Hoving's Archives.
I love the look here where the direction of the top scoop in the body line is the same as the direction of the shape and scoop in the skirt. The gold car above with the 57 Ford trim terminating into the scoop looks awesome but the shape of the front of the cruiser skirt contradicts the upper body line. A subtle change that could have made a big difference.
Thanx Joe, that was the intent on the Caddy...the only thing I might have done differently would have been to make the bottom of the skirt rounder and flow towards the rear...but...hindsight is always 20 20... R-
How about Scoops on scoops? I hesitated to post this, but it belongs here. Only sometimes is Art an homage to eternal beauty. Other times, it may merely aim to dazzle, entertain, or serve to stir up the status quo ('Pop Art', as it were), and constitutes a big segment of the Custom Culture history. This is true of all segments of the art world, be it film, music, fashion, literature, etc. Of note: This car was built from the ClarKaiser "Utopia". I always dug the Olds rear fenders, 'dog-leg' quarter windows and side trim of the original, which also featured a scooped hood (somewhat rare on customs of its day.) The current owner was also responsible for the (in-)famous "Golden Penny" Chevy, with fur side trim. 'Utopia'. Below: 'Golden Penny'. (Despite the name, it too was pink.) (Bob Johnson photo, from Rikster's.)
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