The Hydramatics
The Hydramatics
Dave Bourbon - Vocals, Rhythm Guitar Brandon Tokanaga - Lead Guitar
Jason Marsh - Drums Mark Garza - Upright Bass
The Hydramatics are a Roots Rockabilly band hailing from central California. They keep to the roots of Rock n Roll & Rockabilly with a very traditional sound but could also rev it up for the younger crowds. The Hydramatics are exactly the [...]
Carly DeVille
Spellbound Images
This week our feature pin-up is the California Cutie, Carly DeVille. She has an enthusiastic approach, enjoys her line of work and looking to expand into some new genres. With her sexy gaze, charming smile, the right curves and fun-loving personality we are excited to add her to our 53D Featured Pin-Ups.
Hi there! My [...]
Matt Williams ’61 GMC
This week we have Matt Williams 1961 GMC truck as our feature ride. One of my favorite years, the truck has a great stance and looks like a fun driver.
Story on the truck: Left on a Friday night in August on a road trip from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin to Garden City, Kansas that a Garmin said would [...]
10th Annual Ventura Nationals 2012 SEPT 1st & 2nd
10th Annual Ventura Nationals Hotrod and Motorcycle Show
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER 1st & 2nd, 2012
WHERE: Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 West Harbor Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001 (Go to venturacountyfair.org for directions)
WHEN: September 1st and 2nd, 2012
GATES: Car/Motorcycle participants 7AM. General Admission 9AM
ADMISSION: $15 Active military with valid ID $10 Children 12 and under with paid adult are [...]
Elizabeth Colette
This week we bring you the bold Elizabeth Colette as our feature pin-up. Elizabeth has a unique style that highlights her exotic edge. Her work shows several different dynamics, colors, styles and settings. The transition from Rock’n’roll sex kitten to playful pin-up shows her diversity, while maintaining her signature style.
Bio: Hi! I grew up in [...]
Mesquite Car Show 2012
Here are a few photos from the Mesquite 2012 Car Show.
More info: www.mesquitecarshows.com
Happy 89th Birthday Carroll Shelby!
Happy 89th Birthday Carroll Shelby!
The long life of the legendary Carroll Shelby is a story of miracles both large and small. The man whose name is synonymous “performance cars” rose from humble roots to create the furious Shelby Mustang, Shelby Cobra, the Ford Shelby and many iterations of racing autos that are today treasured classics [...]
Billetproof Nor-Cal: September 15, 2012
What is Billetproof?
Billetproof is about HOT RODS and CUSTOMS and is for those who appreciate the skill, ingenuity and creativity that went into building them during the early days of the hobby. A time when hot rods and customs were about what you could do in your garage rather than with your checkbook. A time [...]
Elvis would have been 77!
We would like to recognize January 8th as Elvis Presley’s Birthday! Though he is gone, his music will never be forgotten.
Elvis Aaron Presley was born to Vernon and Gladys Presley in a two-room house in Tupelo, Mississippi, on January 8, 1935. His twin brother, Jessie Garon, was stillborn, leaving Elvis to grow up as an [...]
Mutt n Jeffs Classic Swapmeet
Mutt n Jeffs Classic Swapmeet
Saturday, February 11, 2012
7:00am until 4:00pm
3588 s. Valley View Blvd
RSVP on facebook here: facebook.com/events/170761786357370
muttnjeffsclassics.com
L.A. ROADSTER SHOW 2012 June 16th & 17th
L.A. ROADSTER SHOW
Each year, the L.A. Roadsters put on one of the largest roadster shows, swap meets, and commercial vendor shows in Southern California.
In 2011, the 47th Annual Show was held on Father’s Day Weekend June 18th and 19th in Pomona, CA. Thanks to everyone, we had another very successful show. The show layout was [...]
Zoe Scarlett
Image by Haffa
This week we feature the Pin-Up beauty Zoe Scarlett. We love that she embodies a look and presence that not only makes a stunning photo today, but would also make her a star had she been born a 50′s blonde bombshell. Zoe has a classic sensual edge to her work that creates an [...]
INK AND IRON FESTIVAL June 8 – 10 2012
Come join us for the 9th annual Ink N Iron Festival aboard the Queen Mary. People are here for the love of Hot Rods-Kustoms, Live music, burlesque, art shows, 50’s fashion, and of course the tattoo show covering three floors inside the ship. 280 of the best tattoo artists in the world will be on [...]
West Coast Kustoms 31st Annual Cruisin’ Nationals May 25, 26, & 27, 2012
West Coast Kustoms 31st Annual Cruisin’ Nationals 2012
Don’t Miss The West Coast Kustoms 31st Annual Cruisin’ Nationals :: May 25, 26, & 27, 2012
2012 Admission: Adults $12.00
$20.00 2 Day Pass
Senior’s 60 & Over $6.00
Children 10 & under Free
Military Free with Military ID
Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria Fairpark
• 2012 Santa Maria City Cruise – Friday Night
* for registered [...]
Christmas Pinups
Heidi Van Horne – Photo by: Holly West - MUAH: Rebecca Schillinger – www.HeidiVanHorne.com
We would like to Thank everyone that has helped make 2011 a successful year for 53deluxe. We have had the pleasure of featuring some amazing Pin-Ups, Photographers, Artists and Musicians. We have lots to come in the New Year and look forward [...]
George Barris Culver City Carshow May 12th 2012
Culver City California Car Show
Saturday, May 12, 2012
9AM-3PM
400+ Classic Cars & Hot Rods
Food, Music, Vendors & More!
Sponsored by the Exchange Club of Culver City
Proceeds benefit local kids’ charities
Come to Downtown Culver City for the Eighth Annual Cruisin’ Back to Culver City Car Show on May 12, 2012! 100′s of classic cars and hot rods from [...]
NorCal KnockOut July 7th, 2012
NorCal KnockOut 2012
Pre-Registration is NOT required.
Pre-70 American made hot rods, kustoms, bombs,
gassers and nostalgic top fuel dragsters.
40′s – 60′s styled Choppers, Bobbers, & Cafe Racers.
Vintage trailers & Speed Boats.
Any other vehicles by invite only.
Car Show Hosted by Swanx CC
10 Trophy Classes including a special
‘Stan Dishong Award’ for Best Bike
Live rock’n’roll, surf, garage and rockabilly bands
+ [...]
The Sacramento Autorama February 17-19, 2012
The Sacramento Autorama February 17-19, 2012
Cal Expo Fairgrounds
Sacramento, California | Get directions
The Sacramento Autorama is now in its 62nd year. The Sacramento Autorama is “The Kustom Capital of the World” and boasts being home to one of longest running indoor car shows in the world. The Autorama is recognized as the premiere custom car show [...]
The Grand National Roadster Show 2012
2012 GNRS General Show Information
See some of our coverage from 2011 here: 53deluxe.com
Show Features
Celebrity Appearances at the Kragen O’Reilly Grand National Roadster Show
Courtney Hansen
Courtney Hansen just began her 5th season as vibrant & loveable host of Spike TV’s two-hour “Powerblock”, where she is seen every Sat and Sun in a block of programming comprised of 4 automotive [...]
MOONEYES X-MAS PARTY 2011 from Garrettero’s Perspective
This year we didn’t get to make it to the Mooneyes X-Mas Show, but we had the next best thing! Bill Garrett was kind enough to take a few photos for us and we think you will like his perspective on the show. Gorgeous Pinups and Cherry Hot Rods from Garrettero’s point of view is [...]
The 4th Annual Lake Havasu Rockabilly Reunion
Description:
Be there or be square! It’s all about the music, vintage cars, motorcycles, and of course cool retro-fashions at the Lake Havasu Rockabilly Reunion. It’s 3 day trip down nostalgia lane with a car show, carnival rides, food, beer-garden, and the ever popular pin-up girl contest. Don’t forget there’ll be giveaways, a swap meet, lots of vendors, and even a 1950s hair [...]
Rodz for the Kause – Bo Huff Thank You Tour Las Vegas
Rodz for the Kause – Bo Huff Thank You Tour.
Get the word out this is gonna be a good show!
Fundraiser Car Show. Pre-75 or special interest. Vendors, DJ, Lowbrow Art, Pin Up Contest and More. $20 per car or cycle and 5$ for bikes
Portion of the proceeds to benefit the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation.
Live Music [...]
Winndee Wonderland
This week we have the gorgeous Winndee Wonderland as our feature pinup! She has an edgy yet elegant look….if its possible to have both, shes pulling it off! Check out her photos below! Helloooooo Nurse….
Bio: I am a tattooed ER/Trauma nurse with a love and passion for 40′s and 50′s pin-up models. The elegance, beauty,grace, [...]
Ricky D’s ’53 CUTITUP
This week we have Ricky D’s ’53 Chevy called CUTITUP as our featured ride of the week. The first time I saw this car was in a Theory Of A Deadman Music Video. The Grille and rear window really set it apart from a lot of the other ’53 chops I have seen. We love [...]
