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sickchevy68cst · 02-29-2008, 03:42 AM

seriously bad day in the hot rod world may he rest in peace with greats as for keepin old skool alive

ClassicAutoResto · 02-29-2008, 03:43 AM

For those who haven't heard, Boyd Coddington died at 6:20 this morning. No cause of death yet, but he has been in the hospital for awhile.

**Palf70Step** · 02-29-2008, 03:48 AM

It is sad to see anyone go that left a mark on the industry. Didn't care for American Hot Rod, but Boyd left his mark in the car world.

**Ironhorse** · 02-29-2008, 03:49 AM

Sad to hear of his passing. I must say I didn't care for all his creations but you have to admit a lot of effort and a true love of automobiles was evident in his work. May he rest in peace and cruise heavin's back roads in the roadster of his choice.

Eichorst69 · 02-29-2008, 04:14 AM

I agree with those who disliked his personality and actions when on TV and I probably would not have lasted long if I had worked for him because of that, but I didn't know him personally and he did do some GREAT work, so RIP Boyd !!!

Rob

jgrh64 · 02-29-2008, 04:17 AM

Sad,shocking, still young, wow

jchav62 · 02-29-2008, 04:28 AM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280767

62 short step · 02-29-2008, 04:28 AM

Wow! What a shocker!! R.I.P Boyd.

bowtieboy93 · 02-29-2008, 04:45 AM

wow im am totally shocked and trippin from this right now!

that is so sad!
i was supposed to go to Cali last month and go to his shop, i really wanted to meet him.

i cant believe i missed that chance

68,69 K20 · 02-29-2008, 05:19 AM

Wow! This is the first I've heard of this, God bless him and his family...RIP...

72driver · 02-29-2008, 05:25 AM

I just read that Boyd Coddington has passed away. Thought I would pass this info along to everyone. May he rest in peace.

68gmcdually · 02-29-2008, 05:27 AM

That's wild, he was supposed to be at a show up here in Toronto next month.

**Boog** · 02-29-2008, 05:43 AM

Where do you go to read up on it?

chrislehr · 02-29-2008, 05:44 AM

repost.

Check the general discussion - I posted this morning and it got moved in to there.

72driver · 02-29-2008, 05:45 AM

I just googled his name. Sorry wasnt sure how to post a link with it.

**special-K** · 02-29-2008, 05:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bishops Trucks

Rest in peace Boyd. Maybe you and Elvis can build a Bad Cadillac.

Well,he already did with ZZ Top.So....

Rokcrln · 02-29-2008, 05:54 AM

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/localne...svc=7&cxcat=76

Kevin
LFD Inc.

tys toy · 02-29-2008, 06:01 AM

RIP Boyd.... http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dl...GALLERYdetroit

72BlckButy · 02-29-2008, 06:24 AM

What a loss... RIP!

tommy knotts · 02-29-2008, 06:49 AM

i dont care what they say.I will always believe, that christine car that he was going to get running,killed him.

**N2TRUX** · 02-29-2008, 07:15 AM

The man was a legend in his own time. There is not a single car builder that has ever came close to his achievements in building hotrods, innovating ideas, and putting many rising stars on the path to a mega career. Guys like Chip Foose, Jesse James, and Alan Budnik got their start with Boyd.

Regardless of how he acted for a TV show, he put an industry that we all love light years ahead by being involved.

RIP Boyd Coddington.....

truckn' · 02-29-2008, 07:45 AM

he was an ass on his show but dam if he didn't build some beautiful masterpieces. God Rest his soul, rest in peace Boyd!!!

project1968 · 02-29-2008, 07:47 AM

He was an automotive icon with great custom vision. Thoughts go out to family and friends

cst350 · 02-29-2008, 08:05 AM

Wow,

I remeber when I first saw the Vern Luce coupe in a magazine back in the 80's. It inspired me that anything could be done with imagination and hard work. I think he and John Butera (sp) changed the way enthusiasts build cars even today. Yes the billet thing went too far, but so does everything after all the copy rodders take their turn. I didn't always like his cars, but I was always glad they were there to break new ground. A few years ago I was at SEMA and stood in line to get his autograph. When I started to compliment him, he interupted me and told me "no stories". I was pretty pissed off. After this news, I figure he probobly knew his time was short and maybe that is why he always seemed so bitter. Anyway, he may have only made it to 60something but he left alot more behind than most... RIP and thanks, Boyd.

CST350

andresco50 · 02-29-2008, 08:09 AM

Rest in peace in the Hot Rod heaven... I'm so sad

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/27/b...ies-at-age-63/

02-29-2008, 03:42 AM	#51
sickchevy68cst Rice Killing 101 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: aliso viejo California Posts: 107	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) seriously bad day in the hot rod world may he rest in peace with greats as for keepin old skool alive __________________ distrubin the peace since i got the thing and broke the origianl radio on 95.5 classic rock Ride: 1968 c20 lwb 327(orig motor)/np435/eaton 4.10 w/posi puttin in a 496 rebuilding trans need to rebuild diff :\| need to start takin pics and start a project thread

02-29-2008, 03:43 AM	#52
ClassicAutoResto Rust Buster Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Lebanon, Ky Posts: 558	Boyd Coddington died For those who haven't heard, Boyd Coddington died at 6:20 this morning. No cause of death yet, but he has been in the hospital for awhile.

02-29-2008, 03:48 AM	#53
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) It is sad to see anyone go that left a mark on the industry. Didn't care for American Hot Rod, but Boyd left his mark in the car world. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-29-2008, 03:49 AM	#54
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,294	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) Sad to hear of his passing. I must say I didn't care for all his creations but you have to admit a lot of effort and a true love of automobiles was evident in his work. May he rest in peace and cruise heavin's back roads in the roadster of his choice. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

02-29-2008, 04:14 AM	#55
Eichorst69 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: South Florida Posts: 158	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) I agree with those who disliked his personality and actions when on TV and I probably would not have lasted long if I had worked for him because of that, but I didn't know him personally and he did do some GREAT work, so RIP Boyd !!! Rob

02-29-2008, 04:17 AM	#56
jgrh64 Prestige member Old Farts Club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cleveland Posts: 502	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) Sad,shocking, still young, wow __________________ Hey sombodys gotta do it!

02-29-2008, 04:28 AM	#57
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: Boyd Coddington died http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280767 __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

02-29-2008, 04:28 AM	#58
62 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Greenwell Springs, Louisiana Posts: 2,882	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) Wow! What a shocker!! R.I.P Boyd.

02-29-2008, 04:45 AM	#59
bowtieboy93 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: (Cloverdale) Surrey BC Canada Posts: 1,566	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) wow im am totally shocked and trippin from this right now! that is so sad! i was supposed to go to Cali last month and go to his shop, i really wanted to meet him. i cant believe i missed that chance __________________ Travis travis_moffatt@hotmail.com 1969 Chevrolet C-10 LWB, 350c.i., TH350, In Pieces. 1991 GMC Sonoma, IROCS s10 grill 1963 Ford Galaxie 351/C4

02-29-2008, 05:19 AM	#60
68,69 K20 They call me the Breeze... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 2,251	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) Wow! This is the first I've heard of this, God bless him and his family...RIP... __________________ Mike 69 K20 "Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy"....Ben Franklin

02-29-2008, 05:25 AM	#61
72driver Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Columbia, MO Posts: 16	Boyd Coddington has passed on... I just read that Boyd Coddington has passed away. Thought I would pass this info along to everyone. May he rest in peace.

02-29-2008, 05:27 AM	#62
68gmcdually Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fenelon Falls, ON Canada Posts: 1,454	Re: Boyd Coddington has passed on... That's wild, he was supposed to be at a show up here in Toronto next month. __________________ James Bellwood 1968 930 Extend-A-Cab Dually 5.7l, 5 speed,

02-29-2008, 05:43 AM	#63
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,514	Re: Boyd Coddington has passed on... Where do you go to read up on it? __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

02-29-2008, 05:44 AM	#64
chrislehr Engine n00b Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin Posts: 1,031	Re: Boyd Coddington has passed on... repost. Check the general discussion - I posted this morning and it got moved in to there.

02-29-2008, 05:45 AM	#65
72driver Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Columbia, MO Posts: 16	Re: Boyd Coddington has passed on... I just googled his name. Sorry wasnt sure how to post a link with it.



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02-29-2008, 05:54 AM	#67
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Boyd Coddington has passed on... http://www.palmbeachpost.com/localne...svc=7&cxcat=76 Kevin LFD Inc.

02-29-2008, 06:01 AM	#68
tys toy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Langley, BC Canada Posts: 255	Re: Boyd Coddington has passed on... RIP Boyd.... http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dl...GALLERYdetroit

02-29-2008, 06:24 AM	#69
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Boyd Coddington has passed on... What a loss... RIP! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

02-29-2008, 06:49 AM	#70
tommy knotts Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: tunnelton WV Posts: 325	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) i dont care what they say.I will always believe, that christine car that he was going to get running,killed him.

02-29-2008, 07:15 AM	#71
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) The man was a legend in his own time. There is not a single car builder that has ever came close to his achievements in building hotrods, innovating ideas, and putting many rising stars on the path to a mega career. Guys like Chip Foose, Jesse James, and Alan Budnik got their start with Boyd. Regardless of how he acted for a TV show, he put an industry that we all love light years ahead by being involved. RIP Boyd Coddington..... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra" Last edited by N2TRUX; 02-29-2008 at 08:05 AM.

02-29-2008, 07:45 AM	#72
truckn' Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: rogersville tennessee Posts: 276	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) he was an ass on his show but dam if he didn't build some beautiful masterpieces. God Rest his soul, rest in peace Boyd!!!

02-29-2008, 07:47 AM	#73
project1968 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Mt. Juliet Tn. Posts: 62	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) He was an automotive icon with great custom vision. Thoughts go out to family and friends

02-29-2008, 08:05 AM	#74
cst350 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: nor cal Posts: 219	Re: rip boyd coddington (merged ) Wow, I remeber when I first saw the Vern Luce coupe in a magazine back in the 80's. It inspired me that anything could be done with imagination and hard work. I think he and John Butera (sp) changed the way enthusiasts build cars even today. Yes the billet thing went too far, but so does everything after all the copy rodders take their turn. I didn't always like his cars, but I was always glad they were there to break new ground. A few years ago I was at SEMA and stood in line to get his autograph. When I started to compliment him, he interupted me and told me "no stories". I was pretty pissed off. After this news, I figure he probobly knew his time was short and maybe that is why he always seemed so bitter. Anyway, he may have only made it to 60something but he left alot more behind than most... RIP and thanks, Boyd. CST350

02-29-2008, 08:09 AM	#75
andresco50 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lakeworth, Fl Posts: 633	Boyd coddington dead at 63 Rest in peace in the Hot Rod heaven... I'm so sad http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/27/b...ies-at-age-63/ __________________ 2001 silverado 2wd 2003 silverado 4wd 1975 scottsdale c10 (project)

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