R.I.P. boyd coddington (merged ) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

chrislehr · 02-28-2008, 10:46 PM

http://jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=245904
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=246079

http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63

RIP

Sorry if a repost or wrong forum.

Ole Blue 68 · 02-28-2008, 10:53 PM

???

Not sure about this one. I didn't see a single press release online and no note on his website.

jsbgump · 02-28-2008, 10:55 PM

Yup nothing on his website. if true its a sad day in the hot rod world

spoon · 02-28-2008, 10:56 PM

I would have hated to work for the guy. Pero, he had great vision on most of his builds and I enjoyed most all of his creations/projects. Sad to see him go, if he really went.

Greg63 · 02-28-2008, 11:00 PM

I just read about it here;
http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63

BB72CHEVKT · 02-28-2008, 11:06 PM

Wow!

Bishops Trucks · 02-28-2008, 11:08 PM

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

fastwillie 696969 · 02-28-2008, 11:16 PM

a friend of mine in long beach called and said boyd coddington pass away this morning he didnt have any info he'll try to let me know asap or check the internet

68Mike · 02-28-2008, 11:19 PM

It's True, he passed this morning!!! May he Rest In Peace!!

http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63

***Liz*** · 02-28-2008, 11:25 PM

Boyd Leon Coddington (August 28, 1944 – February 27, 2008)[1] was the owner of the Boyd Coddington Hot Rod Shop and star of American Hot Rod on TLC.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boyd_Coddington

had not seen it on any news yet, but wiki says he has passed as well

pat · 02-28-2008, 11:28 PM

It was liver failure

***Liz*** · 02-28-2008, 11:29 PM

http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63

World-renowned tuner and hot rod king Boyd Coddington died at 6:20 am this morning. The cause of death is still unknown. Coddington, founder of Boyds Wheels and designer of prize-winning custom cars, had recently been hospitalized twice for an undisclosed medical condition. Although he was though to be in recovery, rumors of his untimely death began circulating today throughout the forums. A spokesperson for Boyd Coddington's corporation has confirmed to Jalopnik that those rumors are true. The company will be releasing a statement later today

many did not like him... but a terrible loss for the automotive enthusiasts. thoughts n prayers with his family

67ChevyRedneck · 02-28-2008, 11:40 PM

Sad.

**BillGent** · 02-28-2008, 11:44 PM

Man.. thats sad. I didn't like the way he came off on TV but I liked his work.

Blue'72 · 02-29-2008, 12:03 AM

OMG! Shocking!!

Truckstr · 02-29-2008, 12:05 AM

Sorry to hear that. Everybody's gotta go sometime though.

72BlckButy · 02-29-2008, 12:05 AM

What a loss....

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

jkaylor68gmc · 02-29-2008, 12:06 AM

he has been in there since the beginning of Jan. My boss and him were best friends and buisness partners. My boss has the number 1 Boydster. sold it to Boyd last Nov. and then bought it back 3 weeks ago.

It really is sad, I had spoke to him on several occasions. Really nice guy.

stanglifemike · 02-29-2008, 12:08 AM

Thats terrible, this is the first I've heard of it

pyro883 · 02-29-2008, 12:09 AM

real sad, made some really nice rides, and a great rodder

72BlckButy · 02-29-2008, 12:11 AM

What a loss to the automotive hobby...

Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.

RIP Boyd!

redneckgirl · 02-29-2008, 12:17 AM

Here is a link to the San Fransisco Chronicle article.
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/articl...TL&type=health

heavy71chevy · 02-29-2008, 12:20 AM

terrible news...and definently a sad day for the hobby..RIP

TonyJohnson · 02-29-2008, 12:22 AM

Wow... He was only 63. Best wishes to his family and friends.

**fine69** · 02-29-2008, 12:28 AM

I couldn't stand to watch his show. I thought he was an A-hole.

02-28-2008, 10:46 PM	#1
chrislehr Engine n00b Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Austin Posts: 1,031	R.I.P. boyd coddington (merged ) http://jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=245904 http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=246079 http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63 RIP Sorry if a repost or wrong forum. Last edited by chrislehr; 02-29-2008 at 12:52 AM.

02-28-2008, 10:53 PM	#2
Ole Blue 68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Philly Posts: 1,140	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP ??? Not sure about this one. I didn't see a single press release online and no note on his website.

02-28-2008, 10:55 PM	#3
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP Yup nothing on his website. if true its a sad day in the hot rod world __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

02-28-2008, 10:56 PM	#4
spoon Registered Penetrator Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 153	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP I would have hated to work for the guy. Pero, he had great vision on most of his builds and I enjoyed most all of his creations/projects. Sad to see him go, if he really went. __________________ "Some people wear Superman pajamas. Superman wears Chuck Norris pajamas." "Chuck Norris is the only person on the planet that can kick you in the back of the face." "Chuck Norris doesn't 'tea-bag'... he 'potato-sacks.'"

02-28-2008, 11:00 PM	#5
Greg63 Enjoy your truck Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,066	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP I just read about it here; http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63 __________________ 1 Corinthians 10:13 1963 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 2010 Camaro SS/RS 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Jeep Cherokee

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02-28-2008, 11:08 PM	#7
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,730	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP Rest in peace Boyd. Maybe you and Elvis can build a Bad Cadillac. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER" Last edited by Bishops Trucks; 02-28-2008 at 11:09 PM.

02-28-2008, 11:16 PM	#8
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	rip boyd coddington a friend of mine in long beach called and said boyd coddington pass away this morning he didnt have any info he'll try to let me know asap or check the internet Attached Images __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

02-28-2008, 11:19 PM	#9
68Mike Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Salinas,Ca 93906 Posts: 502	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP It's True, he passed this morning!!! May he Rest In Peace!! http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63 __________________ Mike Currents: '74 Cheyenne Super C30 Camper Special 3+3 aka "Sucia30" Past: '79 C10 BIG 10 (Sold) 69 CST LWB - Always a "Work in progress" true work truck (stolen) 05 GSXR 750 it has a pretty paint job _wrecked 72 SWB full frame restoration -sold! 71 CST K5 Blazer 4x4 (soon to be 2wd)-project - sold! C10 Club 2012 Brothers Show Video http://youtu.be/pUeV2vP7Wpo

02-28-2008, 11:25 PM	#10
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,767	Re: rip boyd coddington Boyd Leon Coddington (August 28, 1944 – February 27, 2008)[1] was the owner of the Boyd Coddington Hot Rod Shop and star of American Hot Rod on TLC. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boyd_Coddington had not seen it on any news yet, but wiki says he has passed as well

02-28-2008, 11:28 PM	#11
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Re: rip boyd coddington It was liver failure __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

02-28-2008, 11:29 PM	#12
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,767	Re: rip boyd coddington http://jalopnik.com/361391/boyd-codd...dead-at-age-63 World-renowned tuner and hot rod king Boyd Coddington died at 6:20 am this morning. The cause of death is still unknown. Coddington, founder of Boyds Wheels and designer of prize-winning custom cars, had recently been hospitalized twice for an undisclosed medical condition. Although he was though to be in recovery, rumors of his untimely death began circulating today throughout the forums. A spokesperson for Boyd Coddington's corporation has confirmed to Jalopnik that those rumors are true. The company will be releasing a statement later today many did not like him... but a terrible loss for the automotive enthusiasts. thoughts n prayers with his family

02-28-2008, 11:40 PM	#13
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02-28-2008, 11:44 PM	#14
BillGent Pretty But Evil Doggy Woggy. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ft Worth Posts: 6,302	Re: rip boyd coddington Man.. thats sad. I didn't like the way he came off on TV but I liked his work.

02-29-2008, 12:03 AM	#15
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02-29-2008, 12:05 AM	#16
Truckstr Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Lebanon, Tennessee Posts: 1,372	Re: rip boyd coddington Sorry to hear that. Everybody's gotta go sometime though. __________________ Jeff '67 short Fleet; my ongoing project. '66 long Fleet; my original "baby." Live life or bust trying.

02-29-2008, 12:05 AM	#17
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: rip boyd coddington What a loss.... Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. __________________ -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, 12:06 AM	#18
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: rip boyd coddington he has been in there since the beginning of Jan. My boss and him were best friends and buisness partners. My boss has the number 1 Boydster. sold it to Boyd last Nov. and then bought it back 3 weeks ago. It really is sad, I had spoke to him on several occasions. Really nice guy. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride Last edited by jkaylor68gmc; 02-29-2008 at 12:07 AM. Reason: spelling

02-29-2008, 12:08 AM	#19
stanglifemike Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Carrollton, GA Posts: 43	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP Thats terrible, this is the first I've heard of it __________________ 71 C-10 98 Mustang GT 06 Mustang GT

02-29-2008, 12:09 AM	#20
pyro883 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Beaufort, SC Posts: 244	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP real sad, made some really nice rides, and a great rodder

02-29-2008, 12:11 AM	#21
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP What a loss to the automotive hobby... Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. RIP Boyd! __________________ -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, 12:17 AM	#22
redneckgirl Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bel Air, Maryland Posts: 4,853	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP Here is a link to the San Fransisco Chronicle article. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/articl...TL&type=health __________________ The place where you made your stand never mattered. Only that you were there... and still on your feet. Stephen King

02-29-2008, 12:20 AM	#23
heavy71chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: antreville, south carolina Posts: 873	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP terrible news...and definently a sad day for the hobby..RIP __________________ "Dixie Destroyer" 71 C10 LWB Fleet Future Blown Prostreet Monster

02-29-2008, 12:22 AM	#24
TonyJohnson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cheboygan, MI Posts: 998	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP Wow... He was only 63. Best wishes to his family and friends. __________________ Tony Johnson -- '71 Blazer w/L-31 Vortec 350, SM465, NP205, performer intake, edelbrock 1406, HEI, 4" lift, Boyd EFI tank, Vintage A/C My Blazer -- Last edited by TonyJohnson; 02-29-2008 at 12:23 AM.

02-29-2008, 12:28 AM	#25
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: Boyd Coddington, Dead. RIP I couldn't stand to watch his show. I thought he was an A-hole. __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

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