BUILDING THE KENDALL CUSTOM
It started with a road trip to Denver. While on a shoot a few years back, we stopped into Thompson Street Customs to get a look at an award-winning truck they had crafted for SEMA. After talking shop for a few minutes, we knew that Robert Thompson Sr. and Robert ‘Cope’ Thompson Jr. were the real deal – with the awards to prove it. Together, we decided to build a machine that reflects the Kendall® Motor Oil motto, “You Get Out What You Put In®.” Over the last couple years, we’ve turned blood, sweat, and tears into beauty, precision, and power.
Meet The Team
The Builder
Robert Thompson Sr. Thompson Street Customs
Over the last few decades, Robert has built quite the reputation in the automotive industry as a well-recognized custom autobody shop owner. His 15,000 square foot business in Denver, Colorado, specializes in the design and build of custom cars for clientele all over the country, including former high profile athletes like former NBA player turned coach, Anthony Carter and Denver Broncos Linebacker, Von Miller.
The Designer
Robert ‘Cope’ Thompson Jr. Thompson Street Customs
By age four Cope was drawing automobiles. After taking notice, his father had him sketch Hot Wheels cars to hone his talent. Cope’s artistic passion grew to the point where he began applying his skills to airbrushing car exteriors and designing unique restomods. Joining forces with his father, their first custom car went on to win Best Truck in Show honors at the 2010 SEMA show. Cope brings a new-age style to his designs, while his dad grounds him with a more classic style of bodywork.
The Host
Bill Stephens NBC Sports Network
This American television host and automotive and motorsports commentator is a lifelong car lover. Bill could identify every make by age three and was started working as an autobody repairman and painter shortly after finishing high school. Bill’s automotive and motorsports expertise and fascination for radio came together when he began his commentating career in 1972. He continues today as a TV personality and Mecum Auctions Analyst for NBC Sports Network.
KENDALL CUSTOM SPECS
TWIN TURBOCHARGED FORD COYOTE ENGINE
Garrett Advancing Motion
The Garrett name ties back to the origins of the turbocharger. They are known worldwide as pioneers and leaders in their industry.
Rolle, Switzerland
GarrettMotion.com
CUSTOM KENWOOD SOUND SYSTEM WITH LED LIGHTS
JL Audio
The go-to for audio innovation in the custom-build community, they are sought after for their impressive subwoofers.
Miramar, FL
JLAudio.com
CHASSIS FRAME
Roadster Shop Fast Track
When it comes to chassis fabrication for street rods and muscle cars, these guys have been the backbone of the industry for a quarter century.
Mundelein, IL
RoadsterShop.com
9" FORD HOUSING REAR END
Strange Engineering
They make the market’s best-known hardcore racing and performance street driveline and suspension components.
Morton Grove, IL
StrangeEngineering.net
FULL-SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL
KENDALL® GT-1® MAX
Kendall’s most advanced premium, full-synthetic motor oil is formulated to protect and enhance turbocharged engines, withstanding the most extreme driving conditions.
Houston, TX
KendallMotorOil.com
AIR CONDITIONING
Vintage Air
This team’s in-depth knowledge of street rods, sports trucks, and performance cars enables them to craft custom air solutions for every automotive project.
San Antonio, TX
VintageAir.com
FLUSH-MOUNTED FRONT AND REAR GLASS
AM Hot Rod Glass
Getting their start with arguably the most famous custom garage, West Coast Customs, they’ve been crafting the finest acrylic glass in all of the industry.
Fontana, CA
AMHotRodandGlass.com
FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
Baer Disc Brakes
Their detail-oriented solutions have pushed the boundaries of modern and performance brake technology for more than two decades.
Phoenix, AZ
Baer.com
DRIVE SHAFT
A1 Drive Shaft
Notorious leaders in the driveline industry with a passion for customized projects.
Denver, CO
A1DriveShaft.com
FRONT AND REAR TIRES
Toyo Tires
Skillfully manufacturing state-of-the-art premium replacement tires for nearly every make and model, these tires are the preferred choice of car lovers.
Bartow County, GA
ToyoTires.com
1967 MUSTANG BODY
DynaCorn
Superior craftsmanship makes these restoration parts the top choice of car enthusiasts.
Camarillo, CA
Dynacorn.com
CUSTOM LEATHER AND SUEDE INTERIOR
Eddie’s Rods and Customs
Eddie’s unique interiors have been in hundreds of world-class cars, rods, and trucks, resulting in several award-winners—including the Thompson’s SEMA truck.
Pueblo, CO
EddiesRodsandCustoms.com
WIRING
Painless Performance products
Recognized by motorheads as the most prominent manufacturer of automotive wiring for the past 30 years.
Fort Worth, TX
PainlessPerformance.com
INTERIOR BILLET
Lokar Performance
Regarded as a leader in the automotive aftermarket category because of the quality and attention to detail they continually deliver.
Knoxville, TN
Lokar.com
RADIATOR
C&R Racing Inc.
Celebrated as North America’s unrivaled provider of broad-scope cooling needs.
Indianapolis, IN
Crracing.com
WHEELS
Raceline
Driven by a passion for performance, Raceline has been manufacturing and distributing the highest quality wheels in the industry for the last two decades.
Garden Grove, CA
racelinewheels.com
GAUGES
Dakota Digital
The best gauges, lighting, and control systems are designed here, moving the future of electronic instrumentation systems forward.
Sioux Falls, SD
dakotadigital.com
PAINT
PPG Paint
For 135 years, PPG has evolved the paint business working with partners to develop the best paint for every job.
Pittsburgh, PA
ppgpaints.com
TURBO ENGINE WORK
Vi Engineered
Custom engine work is this team’s specialty, with handmade solutions built in house for every project.
Denver, CO
viengineered.net
VENTS AND EMBLEMS
QC Quality Components
When a project comes in, this crew works diligently to meet and exceed each ask with the best customized solution, delivering top notch specialized automotive components.
Denver, CO
qccnc.com
HEADLIGHTS
Delta Tech Industries
This team’s dedication shows in the design and manufacturing of world class lighting solutions for standard rides and custom-built machines.
Anaheim, CA
deltalights.com
EXPLORE THE KENDALL CUSTOM
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Mecum Auction Calendar
JANUARY 7-17 2021
KISSIMMEE
MARCH 17-20 2021
GLENDALE
APRIL 8-10 2021
HOUSTON
MAY 14-23 2021
INDY
JUNE 11-12 2021
TULSA
JULY 28-31 2021
ORLANDO
SEPTEMBER 8-11 2021
DALLAS
OCTOBER 7-9 2021
LAS VEGAS
OCTOBER 15-16 2021
CHATTANOOGA
OCTOBER 21-23 2021
CHICAGO
DECEMBER 2-4 2021
KANSAS CITY
