By SEMA Editors

The final onsite bid for the ’67 Ford Mustang Fastback was $55,000.

Leading up to National Diabetes Month in November, eBay Motors opened bidding in late October on a modern rebuild of a classic ’67 Ford Mustang Fastback. All proceeds from the sale benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) through eBay for Charity.

The starting bid price was $1,967, and all bidders pre-qualified at www.ebay.com/motorsontheroad. The charity auction ran through November 2. To celebrate the final sale, a countdown took place at the Ford Out Front area at the 2017 SEMA Show. Attendees were also able to tune in via eBay’s Facebook Live.

This ’67 Mustang Fastback—nicknamed “Red, White and Rowdy”—boasts more than $140,000 in upgrades.

The final onsite bid for the ’67 Ford Mustang Fastback was $55,000.

Beginning in May, eBay partnered with TV host and racing analyst Rutledge Wood, automotive artist K.C. Mathieu, and gearhead Mike Finnegan of YouTube’s “Roadkill” to transform the ’67 Mustang, using parts and accessories sourced from eBay Motors.

After teasing the progress all summer long, the team displayed the finished Mustang—nicknamed “Red, White and Rowdy” and boasting more than $140,000 in upgrades—at its final ‘On the Road’ appearance at the SEMA Show.

More information on the car listing can be found at www.ebay.com/motorsontheroad.

By SEMA Editors

The final onsite bid for the ’67 Ford Mustang Fastback was $55,000.

Leading up to National Diabetes Month in November, eBay Motors opened bidding in late October on a modern rebuild of a classic ’67 Ford Mustang Fastback. All proceeds from the sale benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) through eBay for Charity.

The starting bid price was $1,967, and all bidders pre-qualified at www.ebay.com/motorsontheroad. The charity auction ran through November 2. To celebrate the final sale, a countdown took place at the Ford Out Front area at the 2017 SEMA Show. Attendees were also able to tune in via eBay’s Facebook Live.

This ’67 Mustang Fastback—nicknamed “Red, White and Rowdy”—boasts more than $140,000 in upgrades.

The final onsite bid for the ’67 Ford Mustang Fastback was $55,000.

Beginning in May, eBay partnered with TV host and racing analyst Rutledge Wood, automotive artist K.C. Mathieu, and gearhead Mike Finnegan of YouTube’s “Roadkill” to transform the ’67 Mustang, using parts and accessories sourced from eBay Motors.

After teasing the progress all summer long, the team displayed the finished Mustang—nicknamed “Red, White and Rowdy” and boasting more than $140,000 in upgrades—at its final ‘On the Road’ appearance at the SEMA Show.

More information on the car listing can be found at www.ebay.com/motorsontheroad.

By SEMA Editors

The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) held its annual Industry Awards Reception Tuesday evening on the pool deck of the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, providing a relaxing ambiance under the lights with a live band. Attendees enjoyed food and beverages while networking and honoring leading companies and professionals in the restyling segment.

Jeff Lang of Sunline Auto Restyling was named the 2017 PRO Restyler of the Year. The award was established to honor an outstanding restyler/installer whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have enhanced the stature and growth of the industry within the candidate’s community.

Additional award winners included:

• 2017 PRO Manufacturer of the Year: Eastman Chemical Company—Llumar Window Films
• 2017 PRO PRO Nat Danas Person of the Year: Bill North of Katzkin Leather
• 2017 PRO Jim Boree Lifetime Achievement Award: Scott Wolin of Chicago Parts & Sound

2017 PRO PRO Nat Danas Person of the Year: Bill North (middle) of Katzkin Leather	2017 PRO Manufacturer of the Year: Eastman Chemical Company—Llumar Window Films
2017 PRO Restyler of the Year Jeff Lang (middle) of Sunline Auto Restyling	2017 PRO Jim Boree Lifetime Achievement Award: Scott Wolin (middle) of Chicago Parts & Sound

By SEMA Editors

The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) held its annual Industry Awards Reception Tuesday evening on the pool deck of the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, providing a relaxing ambiance under the lights with a live band. Attendees enjoyed food and beverages while networking and honoring leading companies and professionals in the restyling segment.

Jeff Lang of Sunline Auto Restyling was named the 2017 PRO Restyler of the Year. The award was established to honor an outstanding restyler/installer whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have enhanced the stature and growth of the industry within the candidate’s community.

Additional award winners included:

• 2017 PRO Manufacturer of the Year: Eastman Chemical Company—Llumar Window Films
• 2017 PRO PRO Nat Danas Person of the Year: Bill North of Katzkin Leather
• 2017 PRO Jim Boree Lifetime Achievement Award: Scott Wolin of Chicago Parts & Sound

2017 PRO PRO Nat Danas Person of the Year: Bill North (middle) of Katzkin Leather	2017 PRO Manufacturer of the Year: Eastman Chemical Company—Llumar Window Films
2017 PRO Restyler of the Year Jeff Lang (middle) of Sunline Auto Restyling	2017 PRO Jim Boree Lifetime Achievement Award: Scott Wolin (middle) of Chicago Parts & Sound

By SEMA Editors

The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) held its annual Industry Awards Reception Tuesday evening on the pool deck of the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, providing a relaxing ambiance under the lights with a live band. Attendees enjoyed food and beverages while networking and honoring leading companies and professionals in the restyling segment.

Jeff Lang of Sunline Auto Restyling was named the 2017 PRO Restyler of the Year. The award was established to honor an outstanding restyler/installer whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have enhanced the stature and growth of the industry within the candidate’s community.

Additional award winners included:

• 2017 PRO Manufacturer of the Year: Eastman Chemical Company—Llumar Window Films
• 2017 PRO PRO Nat Danas Person of the Year: Bill North of Katzkin Leather
• 2017 PRO Jim Boree Lifetime Achievement Award: Scott Wolin of Chicago Parts & Sound

2017 PRO PRO Nat Danas Person of the Year: Bill North (middle) of Katzkin Leather	2017 PRO Manufacturer of the Year: Eastman Chemical Company—Llumar Window Films
2017 PRO Restyler of the Year Jeff Lang (middle) of Sunline Auto Restyling	2017 PRO Jim Boree Lifetime Achievement Award: Scott Wolin (middle) of Chicago Parts & Sound

By SEMA Editors

Carl Robinson of Race Star Wheels and George Finch of The Carlstar Group were inducted into the Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) Hall of Fame.

Carl Robinson of Race Star Wheels and George Finch of The Carlstar Group were inducted into the Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) Hall of Fame last night during the council’s annual Industry Reception at the Renaissance Hotel pool deck. Attendees enjoyed food and beverages while networking with fellow industry professionals.

The SEMA WTC Hall of Fame was founded to honor and recognize those outstanding individuals in the wheel and tire industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the status of the industry while significantly contributing to its growth, progress and professionalism.

By SEMA Editors

Carl Robinson of Race Star Wheels and George Finch of The Carlstar Group were inducted into the Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) Hall of Fame.

Carl Robinson of Race Star Wheels and George Finch of The Carlstar Group were inducted into the Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) Hall of Fame last night during the council’s annual Industry Reception at the Renaissance Hotel pool deck. Attendees enjoyed food and beverages while networking with fellow industry professionals.

The SEMA WTC Hall of Fame was founded to honor and recognize those outstanding individuals in the wheel and tire industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the status of the industry while significantly contributing to its growth, progress and professionalism.

By SEMA Editors

Carl Robinson of Race Star Wheels and George Finch of The Carlstar Group were inducted into the Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) Hall of Fame.

Carl Robinson of Race Star Wheels and George Finch of The Carlstar Group were inducted into the Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) Hall of Fame last night during the council’s annual Industry Reception at the Renaissance Hotel pool deck. Attendees enjoyed food and beverages while networking with fellow industry professionals.

The SEMA WTC Hall of Fame was founded to honor and recognize those outstanding individuals in the wheel and tire industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the status of the industry while significantly contributing to its growth, progress and professionalism.

By SEMA Editors

Jeff Yager (center) of Hemmings Motor News was named ARMO Person of the Year.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) held its annual Industry Awards Reception Tuesday evening at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, where Original Parts Group was named ARMO Business of the Year, Jeff Yager of Hemmings Motor News was named ARMO Person of the Year and the late Sheila Perkins of Madstache was inducted into the ARMO Hall of Fame.

The late Sheila Perkins of Madstache was inducted into the ARMO Hall of Fame.

The ARMO Business of the Year winner must have demonstrated exceptional service, integrity and business ethics, as well as made a commendable contribution to the restoration industry.

Attendees also enjoyed dinner and beverages while networking with industry peers. 

By SEMA Editors

Jeff Yager (center) of Hemmings Motor News was named ARMO Person of the Year.

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) held its annual Industry Awards Reception Tuesday evening at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, where Original Parts Group was named ARMO Business of the Year, Jeff Yager of Hemmings Motor News was named ARMO Person of the Year and the late Sheila Perkins of Madstache was inducted into the ARMO Hall of Fame.

The late Sheila Perkins of Madstache was inducted into the ARMO Hall of Fame.

The ARMO Business of the Year winner must have demonstrated exceptional service, integrity and business ethics, as well as made a commendable contribution to the restoration industry.

Attendees also enjoyed dinner and beverages while networking with industry peers.