Hotrodders and fans of American Hot Rod will be saddened to know that Boyd Coddington died overnight, at around 6am Californian time.
No details are known at this stage but it has been reported that Boyd was a frequent hospital visitor over recent months. An official announcement is expected.
Boyd was best known in the early years for his trend setting custom rod and street machine creations and designs. Boyd began building cars when he was 13 years old and over the years came up with many show-stoppers, including Cadzilla - a customized 1950s Cadillac that was built for Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top fame. Cadzilla is still considered a masterpiece of automotive art.
He achieved international fame through his reality show ‘American Hot Rod’ on the Discovery Channel and has no doubt been inspirational in introducing younger generations to the magic of cars.
Our condolences to all of those close to Boyd and of course his legion of fans.
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i still watch ,American Hot Rod i cant believe this old pro has gone he seemed to be a good boss and a great guy to work for you have gone but not forgotten im really sad?.
I dont know if the family will view this Email, but i’am deeply hurt with the passing of Boyd Coddington as i have enjoyed every episode and he he truly a great artist and the Hot Rod community will sadely miss him. To his wife and Son please think of the good times spent with Boyd and treasure those memories for ever.
Being an Australian i love my motor sports and all the American reality tv programs, and was devastated by the news of Boyd Coddingtons passing.He had captured the hearts and minds of many people around the globe, I still look forward to the tv show American Hot Rod on the Discovery Channel at every opportunity I get. The World has lost a Genius of the Hot Rodding Industry one who’s boots will be very hard to fill.My deepest sympathy goes out to Boyds wife and family.