Has anyone seen my roadster, TOON T? I built TOON in 1992. Back then it had a flathead. Stupidly, I replaced the flathead with a 289 ... that ruined the look of the car. I sold TOON in 2005 during the build-up of Black Widow 2. TOON T went to FL and then I heard it was sold again but have no idea where it went. The graphics were done by Bob "Moon" Mullins in Hayward, CA at the request of Herb Martinez, Livermore, CA. The Rat Fink decal on the firewall was placed there by Ed Roth. Not that I want TOON T back but it would be nice to know where he's at and if he's okay.
Perhaps he was happy in FL, JH. I wouldn't know. At the time, I was glad TOON found a good home somewhere other than around here. To FL from CA is a healthy hike. Besides, I was really sick about my motor change and subsequent disgusting look, and Black Widow 2 was my only focus … never ever to be changed once the art was settled in. I learned a big lesson.
Well if one didn't know the car before the engine change it looks right on the money but personally I don't care for the graphics.
I understand and appreciate your comment. For the most part, the car was built based on the Disney movie, Who Framed Roger Rabbit. It got a lot of press and was a kick to drive and show. The flathead made the car. I'm just curious to know where he's at.
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