This month we’re celebrating passion, persistence, and some truly standout builds – the kind that don’t just turn heads, they tell stories. The July issue of Custom Car is out now, and it’s brimming with cars built with soul, heritage, and a touch of madness.

We come full circle with John Proctor, whose elegant ’31 Model A coupe proves that less really can be more – especially when it’s packing a Daimler V8 under the bonnet. From the man who gave us one of British rodding’s most recognisable cars, this is a masterclass in subtle, street-driven hot rodding.

Meanwhile, Nigel Hepburn’s Chevy 3100 is the kind of truck that stops traffic. Right-hand drive, full-on stance, and brimming with period flavour, it’s a serious statement on four wheels.

We also bid farewell to an icon at Santa Pod, take a look at Sussex’s rolling tribute to Gene Winfield, and round up an epic Wheels Day as the Surrey Street Rodders celebrate their 50th.

From the mechanical artistry of lockdown builds to the roaring throwback thrills of the Gasser Circus, this issue dives into every corner of the custom scene – and yes, it’s loud, proud, and impossible to put down.

You’ll also find July’s unmissable events, parts reviews, project updates, and some heartfelt stories from the pits, pastures, and paint booths of the rodding world.