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This 1956 Custom Vanished for 30 Years… Now It’s Back at GNRS 2026

Some stories in custom culture feel almost unreal — and this is one of them. In this full interview, Manny sits down with legendary painter Steve Santos to talk about one of the most historic customs to hit the Grand National Roadster Show in decades: a 1956 build originally crafted by Lanny Erickson and later rediscovered by Gene Winfield after disappearing for more than 30 years. Steve breaks down the entire journey — from the moment he accidentally found the car online, to driving a trailer all the way to Texas, to the years of sanding, shaping, fixing bodylines, and laying down Royal Amethyst using Tropical Glitz paint. He also shares rare details about the first-ever Winfield fade, the early days of custom culture, and the deep personal connections that kept this car alive. This isn’t just a car restoration. It’s a story about history, mentorship, luck, friendship… and the kind of passion that keeps custom culture thriving. 🔧 What’s inside this interview: • The unbelievable origin of the car (1958–1959 show days) • How Gene Winfield discovered it abandoned in Canada • Why Steve didn’t want another project — but bought it anyway • A deep dive into the paint process: Royal Amethyst, pearls, fades, SPI clear • The challenges of restoring an old chop and buried bodylines • Stories from a 35+ year painting career • Why this car means so much to the community • The emotional moment it returned to the Grand National after 67 years If you love true custom car storytelling — the kind rooted in real history and real people — this is one you won’t forget. 📍 Filmed at the 2026 Grand National Roadster Show