The ballots have been counted and the illustrious members of the Grand National Hall of Fame have voted four new members into their fraternity. This year's class was an eclectic mix of inductees. Ranging from builders to artists each of this year's inductees were equally influential in the hot rod community.
Luc De Ley from Corona, CA works with his dad and brother at Marcel's Custom Metal, creating handmade bodies for the industry's most recognized builders. From the original Boydster for the late Boyd Coddington, many projects for Chip Foose and most recently the Jaguar coupe for Rick Dore, Luc and his family produce the finest works of rolling art in the country.
Mickey Himsl from Concord, CA has been responsible for some of the most recognizable cars in the country. With brother Art, in the 60's, they opened Custom Paint Studio in Concord. Mickey's "Paddy Wagon" was a show winner and in the late 60's with the help of Art, they built "The Alien" collecting the 1969 America Most Beautiful Roadster trophy. They followed that up with the wild roadster for Andy Brizio and another AMBR award.
Steve Stanford from Los Angles is a prolific automotive artist and custom car designer. His art is commissioned by builders and enthusiasts alike and has inspired countless people throughout Hot Rodding. Chip Foose, who has studied Steve's art said his two dimensional art is the best, his art comes from his heart. Steve has been honored by the Petersen Museum in 2014 and the Late George Barris stated "He is the best, he can feel cars".
Oz Welch from Oroville, CA is a custom car builder and painter whose shop is off the beaten path in a small town in Northern California. He has built and painted many award winning customs for the likes of John D'Agostino, and Richard Zocchi. His own 1960 Cadillac won a Big B award at the Sacramento Autorama. His latest creation for John D'Agostino is a full custom 1958 Packard that will makes its debut at the Sacramento Autorama.