THERE’S JUST SOMETHING about an old-school Ford that never goes out of style. For Nathan Thomas of Wirtz, Virginia, that timeless appeal was more than just nostalgia it was a calling. After a decade of blood, sweat, and late nights in his home garage, Nathan brought his vision to life with “Midnight Thunder,” a jaw-dropping 1956 Ford F-100 that perfectly blends hot rod heritage with modern muscle.
Nathan grew up surrounded by hot rodders, and from the moment he heard the roar of a carbureted V8, he was hooked. “I always wanted a Pro Street truck,” he says. That dream finally took shape with this ‘56 F-100, which started life as a bare shell. What followed was a meticulous, passion-fueled build that would test his patience, skill, and creativity.
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