52nd Annual Starbird's Wichita Show - Kustom City Goes Truckin'

They say dogs take after their owners, and we say trucks do the same. Just like the builder, Paul Shoate, his '49 Chevy truck is unique, interesting, and wild. Along with the amalgam of styling cues, Paul also leaves all his creations in bare metal, and lets the spectators sign his truck. Once home he shoots the truck in clear and calls it finished. However, there is one stipulation to signing the truck. No cussing, and stay away from the wheels and tires.

When building on a budget, one must find ways to distinguish their ride from others.

Brad Mason, of Wichita, Kansas, added his own touch to his '68, including this unique approach to bed wood.

This may not be a truck, but we're pretty sure it will strike the hearts of many-a-truck aficionado. How many of you guys remember building Monogram's 1/25th scale Lil' Coffin model as a kid? Well here's the real deal fresh from resurrection, with a life-size skeleton from the kit nonetheless!

Brian Crossman did just as KISS insists, "Keep It Simple Stupid," with his '79 Chevy.

Not only does the simple styling of the Chevy look killer, but also can you figure out what that side emblem is off of? Ah ... we'll make it easy, a '57 Chevy. A nice fit, huh?

Believe it or not, but this is actually a true shop truck. Best part is, it not only looks like the roots of low-buck hot rodding, it is. We noticed when it came time to back this Ford up, the driver had to hop out and man the reverse via a two-step.