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Fat Fender Garage Turns 1956 F-100 into 800-HP Ford GT-Inspired Truck
Arizona shop transforms vintage F-100 into high-performance truck with 800-hp V-8.
In brief
Arizona shop transforms vintage F-100 into high-performance truck with 800-hp V-8. Fat Fender Garage converted a 1956 Ford F-100 truck into a sporty, 800-hp Ford GT-inspired vehicle for SEMA. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Fat Fender Garage Reveals GT/FX Truck
Arizona-based Fat Fender Garage transformed a 1956 F-100 into a sporty, modernized truck for SEMA.
800-Hp Ford Coyote V-8 Engine
The GT/FX features an 800-hp Ford Coyote V-8 with a 3.0-liter Whipple supercharger and 750 pound-feet of torque.
Sporty Bodywork Design
The truck has a flatter hood, roof, and wider fenders with a rear diffuser from a Mustang Shelby GT350.
Modern Cabin Features
The cabin includes discreet modern gauges, climate control, audio systems, and interior LED lighting.
Performance Chassis and Tires
The GT/FX rides on FF1 Performance Coilover chassis with Toyo Proxes Sport 2 tires measuring 315/35R-20.
SEMA Showdown
Fat Fender Garage showcased the GT/FX at SEMA, blending classic F-100 styling with modern performance capabilities.
What to remember
Fat Fender Garage converted a 1956 Ford F-100 truck into a sporty, 800-hp Ford GT-inspired vehicle for SEMA.
