10/09/2026
We’re absolutely blown away by this honor!!! Such a tough category!!! So many emotions!!!! So thankful to have customers (that are so much more than that to us!) that allow us to follow are dreams!!!!
Congratulations Doyle and Karen!!! THANK YOU!!!!
We’re going to Scottsdale Jennifer!!!!!!
Goodguys 2026 Custom Rod of the Year presented by Vintage Air
🏆️ Doyle Thomas
🚗 1957 Cadillac El Dorado Brougham
⚙️ Built by Rutterz Rodz
Goodguys and Vintage Air congratulates Doyle on his award.
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📍 Doyle's Cadillac was selected as a finalist at the 16th LMC Truck Spring Lone Star Nationals presented by Old Air Products.
👀 See his winning ride at the 29th Speedway Motors Southwest Nationals in Scottsdale, AZ on November 20 - 22, 2026.
🌟 A Custom Rod is defined as a custom car that tastefully blends customizing techniques or refined original bodies with modern performance, engineering, components, and styling. The selection committee will seek a car that represents current trends and evaluate vehicles 1949 - 1972 based on quality of craftsmanship, body and paint, the three F’s (fit, form and functionality), stance, creativity in concept, and overall design.
Attend any of the qualifying events with your Custom Rod, park in the Builder’s Choice or Indoor display area (where applicable) and you'll have a chance to be selected as a finalist!
Goodguys 2026 Top 12 is presented by Surventis Refinish NA
