{"title":"Hot Rods","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"ford-popular-american-hot-rod-sal-143","title":"Ford Popular, American Hot Rod (SAL-143)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shop_product_long_description_1042\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord Popular\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Hot Rod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code: SAL-143\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapture the spirit of classic British motoring fused with bold American hot rod attitude in this finely crafted 1\/32 scale Ford Popular Hot Rod by George Turner Models. This distinctive miniature reimagines the humble Ford Popular-one of Britain's most recognisable post-war cars-into a head-turning custom machine straight out of hot rod folklore.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOriginally produced by Ford UK between 1953 and 1962, the real Ford Popular was designed as an affordable, no-frills vehicle, prized for its simplicity and durability. While modest in its day, its lightweight body and straightforward mechanics have made it an unlikely favourite among custom builders and enthusiasts looking to transform vintage steel into something far more exciting.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis model celebrates that transformation. Featuring a striking supercharger bonnet scoop inspired by classic American hot rod culture, it channels the rebellious energy of mid-20th century car modification. In the United States, hot rodding emerged as a grassroots movement where enthusiasts modified cars for speed and style-often adding exposed engines, custom paintwork, and aggressive air intakes to create unique, high-performance machines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGeorge Turner Models brings this transatlantic fusion to life with exceptional attention to detail. The exaggerated scoop hints at raw power beneath the bonnet, while the model's stance and finish evoke the unmistakable attitude of a street-built hot rod. At 1\/32 scale, it's perfectly sized for collectors and enthusiasts alike-whether displayed proudly or integrated into a detailed diorama.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA celebration of ingenuity, individuality, and automotive culture, this Ford Popular Hot Rod model is a must-have for fans of both British classics and American custom car heritage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 'Unpainted Kit' includes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnpainted resin body shell\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e3DP Inline Chassis \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eResin interior, driver, exhausts, steering wheel, filler cap\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eVac formed windows\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecals\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eScrews\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e3DP Bearings, headlight bezels, clear lenses\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 'Unpainted Kit with Wheels and Wheel Inserts' Includes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll in 'Unpainted Kit'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eWheels: 4x3DP 15\" Wheels (W)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eWheel Inserts: 4xWheel Inserts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 'Unpainted Kit with Static Gear' includes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll in 'Unpainted Kit'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eWheels: 4x3DP 15\" Wheels (W)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eFront Tyres: 2xSlot It 1088 C1 16x8 (SIPT1088C1)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eRear Tyres: 2xPCS 20x10 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAxles: 2x50mm 3\/32\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Unpainted Kit with Running Gear (inc. 3DP Wheels)' includes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll in 'Unpainted Kit'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eWheels: 4x3DP 15\" Wheels (W)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eFront Tyres: 2xSlot It 1088 C1 16x8 (SIPT1088C1)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eRear Tyres: 2xPCS 20x10 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAxles: 2x50mm 3\/32\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eMotor: 1xMotor (PSR-AC4)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003ePinion: 1x Pinion\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrown Wheel: 1xSlot It Inline 24t (SIGI24AL)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGuide: 1xSloting Plus Guide (SP101001)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eCable: 1xCable\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eBraid: 1xBraid\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 'Unpainted Kit with Running Gear (inc. ALY Wheels)' includes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll in 'Unpainted Kit with Running Gear (inc. 3DP Wheels)'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eExcept Wheels used are: 4xPCS alloy 1\/32 15\" 13x8x8 (PCS-32151308)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 'Painted Static Model' Includes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eKit Painted as pictured to be a static (non running) model, including all relevant parts (Prepared on request, due to time and work required please allow for a significant time for order completion)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 'Ready to Run Model' includes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eKit painted as pictured to be a running slot car model, including all relevant parts (Prepared on request, due to time and work required please allow for a significant time for order completion)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll running gear is provided by Pendle Slot Racing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRunning gear Item prices available at better rates direct from Pendle Slot Racing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll items subject to available, appropriate substitutions may be used if necccesary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen ordering running gear please allow additional time to complete order as stock will be ordered on demand. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eImages without blue background are for illustrative purposes only.\u003cbr\u003eWheels used in picture are PCS-PWTP03, not included as standard but available from Pendle Slot Racing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tablestyle_table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth valign=\"top\"\u003eWheel base\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"85%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e69\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth valign=\"top\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"85%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e55\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth valign=\"top\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"85%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e116\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"george-turner-models","offers":[{"title":"Unpainted Kit with Wheels and Wheel Inserts","offer_id":57739413553539,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unpainted Kit","offer_id":57739445567875,"sku":"FOR-POP-3","price":46.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unpainted with Static Gear","offer_id":57739413586307,"sku":null,"price":61.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unpainted with Ready to Run Gear (Inc. 3DP Wheels)","offer_id":57739413619075,"sku":null,"price":81.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unpainted with Ready to Run Gear (Inc. 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