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SEMA Mag - New Product Showcase

Default admin account — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:12:46 -0700

Anvil Auto is featured in the "New Product Showcase Preview" on Page 62 of the October SEMA Magazine. The 69 Anvil Mustang will be unvieled at the Anvil Auto Booth #24929 in Las Vegas Next month. Click here to see all the Magzine Coverage on PureVision, or check out www.AnvilMustang.com

MAJOR Love from Modified Mustang & Fords

Default admin account — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:22:05 -0700

Anvil Mustang gets MAJOR Love from Modified Mustang & Fords magazine. All the Ford guys are getting excited about the PureVision Anvil Mustang that will incorporate the no-nonsense mix of mechanical styling with modern technology and components. Click here to see all the Magzine Coverage on PureVision, or check out www.AnvilMustang.com

Hot Wheels GTO @ Petco Park, San Diego

Default admin account — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:58:25 -0700

Take me out to the ball game! Last weekend Hot Wheels did a promotion at Petco Park, San Diego CA with the San Diego Padres. All kids got a cool giveaway Padres Hot Wheels' car. Hot Wheels had a display and racing area featuring the Purevision / Hot Wheels GTO. Now go get your kids some Hot Wheels! www.hotwheels.com

Reality TV Showdown

Default admin account — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:53:13 -0700

Check out this cool article from the Ventura County Reporter about Reality TV shows. Steve sheds some light on the behind the scenes stuff that goes on when filming at the shop. www.vcreporter.com

Cars.TV

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 16:00:19 -0700

Need to watch even more Pure Vision? Cars.TV is a cool automotive based program on the Verizon’s FIOS cable service. Cars.TV is channel 599 and is in High Def. Cars.TV just aired a very cool episode about the Z-28 Nova. This just in!-Cars.TV will also be following along with the Anvil Mustang project so stay tuned in!

Pure Vision in France! American Muscle Car Magazine

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:09:00 -0700

I would like to thank Didier Soyeux, editor of the killer French magazine, American Muscle Cars for his fantastic photography and feature of the Petrol Charger and the Z-28 Nova. We will be doing more with Didier and American Muscle Cars Magazine in the future and I can't wait to see the results!

Jodell’s ’66 Baracuda lives!

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:31:28 -0700

Here it is fresh from the spray booth at Outrageous Paint here is Simi Valley. The color is a gorgeous one year only 2005 Corvette color named Daytona Sunset Orange. I just went to give it a look see in person and I was floored! They guys at Outrageous did an incredible job! Stay tuned as this little killer goes together!

2010 Mopars at the Strip, Charity Giveaway

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:48:10 -0700

For the third time Pure Vision has done it's part in making the Mopar's at the Strip charity raffle car a success! It is projects like this, that everyone involved is a winner!

Congratulation to Jim Cunnian of Mystic, CT
Winner of the 1967 Dodge Coronet

2010 Mopars at the Strip, Charity Giveaway
We are pleased to announce the proceeds from the drawing raised $14,137.20
which was split evenly between,

Speedway

Pirelli/SEMA 2010

Tue, 25 May 2010 15:56:43 -0700

Many of you know Pure Vision did not display a car at last year’s SEMA show, but that doesn't mean I had any free time. Once again Pirelli Tire had me signing our new poster of the 515 GTB in their booth. I would like to thank Rafael Navarro and all my good friends at Pirelli for their continued support, and the opportunity to be a spokesperson for such a class corporation.

Wicked Quick photo shoot

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:16:38 -0700

Wicked Quick. How much cooler of a name for a clothing company can you get? Tarran Pitschka, owner of Wicked Quick calls me out of the blue. Seems they are in LA and in need of a location for a product photo shoot. They're sources said that Pure Vision is just the thing. Next morning in walks Tarran with photographers, crew and models. Now go get yours at wickedquick.com!

Keystone/Hot Rod Camaro

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:28:33 -0700

Some of you may have already seen the “spoof” advertisements for the Keystone Light 2010 Camaro build on Hot Rod TV and for that I already apologize but hey it’s all in good fun right? Seriously though Hot Rod Magazine called up and offered the opportunity to build this Camaro for them and Keystone Light. We had a lot of fun building it and got to meet some terrific new people like Jerry Magnuson from

515 GTB Updates

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:42:08 -0700

Green Hornet
A little while ago I received a phone call from our good friend Dennis McCarthy. Dennis is the man with the “in” when it comes to hot cars and Hollywood! So Dennis says “hey man do you think we can get the 515 GTB for this killer garage scene in the new Green Hornet movie?” Heck Yes! So look for the 515 GTB on the big screen Jan.2011

Hot Rod & Muscle

Carolla Car Cast

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:55:11 -0700

Adam Carolla, comedian and certified car nut has himself one awesome web site! Adam’s Car Cast site is full of really cool info and videos where you are introduced to a wide variety of automotive styles and interest. Here on our site you can watch a couple of interviews we have already done with Adam & the boys. We are proud to announce that we will be continuing to do so throughout the year. Adam’s

CarCast - 2010 Grand Nat'l Roadster Show

Default admin account — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:18:04 -0700

Sandy Ganz and Rudi Hillebrand check out the 2010 Grand National Roadster Show and talk to Steve Strope of Pure Vision Design. Steve discusses a very cool 1969 Mustang project that will make extensive use of carbon fiber components. click here to watch the video. www.CarCast.com

CarCast with Adam Carolla

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:01:16 -0700

Steve Strope was recently invited to be on CarCast hosted by Adam Carolla and awesome webcast and XM Radio show, click here to watch the video. Adam and Steve chat about some of Steve’s masterpiece creations. "Steve is one of a hand full of premier designers that are building cars that are in a class by themselves." Steve’s accomplishments include recipient of Hot Rod Magazines Top Ten Cars of the Year award 3

MOTORATOR.COM - The place to be!

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:59:32 -0700

We just started posting our videos to Motorator.com, a performance automotive community. Click here to check out some of our videos on Motorator.com. Sign up and upload your videos, browse videos or check out the discussions area where you can ask a question or answer a question.

Strope on Road & Track Radio

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:20:56 -0700

On Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, I had the pleasure of being on Road & Track Speed Radio. Road and Track Speed Radio is hosted by none other than our good friend Ed Justice Jr., president of the world famous Justice Brothers car care products! Ed was a terrific host and I had great time. Hopefully I can go back on the air with Ed in the future. You can hear the two segments from

Pure Vision - In The Mags

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:38:32 -0700

We just added 10 more magazines to the "in the mags" section of our website. The 515 GTB Charger is featured in the current July issue of Hot Rod magazine.Click here to check out the "In The Mags" section of our website. Popular Hot Rodding, Ignite Magazine from Japan, Mopar Enthusiast & Mopar Muscle have great articles and write-ups about our current projects and completed cars. The 1967 Dodge Coronet we built LIVE at

Pure Vision/Pirelli bond stronger than ever!

Fri, 15 May 2009 15:42:38 -0700

Pirelli tire has recently given Pure Vision the honor of being featured on the Pirelli website as a Pirelli Partner! Pure Vision has been given a full page that is rife with compliments and glowing reviews. We feel fortunate to be aligned with Pirelli Tire, who’s involvement and contributions to motorsports are too numerous to count and who’s class and professionalism is world renown. We fly the Pirelli Tire banner in our

BIG in Japan!

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:23:14 -0700

Steve has been featured in the pages of IGNITE magazine (a japanese hot rodding publication) in the past. The editor Hideki Ishibashi flew over recently to California and did another interview with Steve Strope (with the help of an interpreter). This is the second time IGNITE has traveled thousands of miles to do this. The interview should show up in the mag in the near future. Go check out the photos and interview at

Fast & Furious Star - HAMMER

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:30:50 -0700

Check out Powerblock Magazines May Issue, featuring the Hemi Powered Roadrunner known as HAMMER. "With a fresh Hemi under the hood and new screen credits, the Pure Vision Roadrunner is an Oscar-ready performer." Visit www.PowerBlockTV.com to read the complete article.

PureVision YouTube.com channel

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:41:16 -0700

PureVision has a new YouTube channel with all our videos in one place. From test drives to features from V8TV and SEMA coverage. Subscribe to our channel and you'll be up-to-date on newly uploaded vodeos to our channel. Visit www.youtube.com/user/purevisiondesign

Mopars at the Strip - Official Video & Event Coverage

Thu, 14 May 2009 10:39:39 -0700

Hotchkis & Pure Vision teamed up for a Live Build at Mopars at the Strip, March 20-22 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Watch the official event video of Steve Strope and the Pure Vision team transforming the 1967 Dodge Coronet into a canyon carver with Hotchkis suspension system, Wilwood brakes, Bonspeed wheels and Pirelli Tires. Visit MoparsAtTheStrip.com to watch the videos.

Mopars at the Strip!

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:36:30 -0700

Steve Strope & Team Hotchkis Build a Mopar G-Machine in a Vas Vegas parking lot. Every year, Mopars at the Strip holds a charity raffle for a freshly restored giveaway car, with all the proceeds going to charity. Steve’s idea was to find an affordable vintage B-Body, then do a “live build” at the show where he’d install our suspension, plus big brakes, cool wheels and tires and a few other mods. To see more details on

The 515 GTB on the Cover!

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:45:44 -0700

The 515 GTB Charger was on the January 2009 California Car Cover Company catalog. Get a custom fitted car cover or shop for new garage flooring -the catalog offers some of the best brands on the auto industry. Be sure to visit www.calcarcover.com

GIRLIE GEAR NOW IN STORES!

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:49:49 -0700

Congratulations to my wife Allyson on her newest success! Girlie Gear is now available in the showrooms of the famous NHRA Museum and California Car Cover Company. Make sure you stop by and pick up a shirt for you girlfriend, wife or daughter! If you’re not in California, just visit www.ShopGirlieGear.com, check out the different styles and place your order. Great job Allyson, I love you! - Steve

Steve Strope & ARP!

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:53:31 -0700

ARP fasteners and products have been used on all Steve Strope projects. Steve and his cars have been seen on various ARP advertisments. Visit www.arp-bolts.com

Steve Strope is Dynamat's new spokes person!

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:55:17 -0700

Dynamat makes your car ride and feel more solid. Dynamat is the world’s leading product for eliminating unwanted noise, vibration, and heat. Dynamat is the pro’s choice for turning Hot Rods into cool, quiet, and comfortable rides. Your sound system will also sound better! Take it from Steve Strope - no project is complete without Dynamat - The Ultimate Automotive Accessory. Check out all the cool ways to use the Dynamat product www.dynamat.com

Pure Vision Pirelli poster!

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:56:36 -0700

Check out this great Pirelli tires poster designed by our concept artist Tavis Highlander. The promotional poster was a giveaway at the Pirelli tires booth at SEMA 2008.

CarDomain.com coverage at SEMA 2008

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:07:42 -0700

www.CarDomain.com interviewed Steve Strope at the Mopar booth as he gives a run-down on the "HAMMER" and the 515 GTB Charger. SEMA 2009 Video 1 SEMA 2009 Video 2

SEMA 2008 PHOTOS!

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:00:39 -0700

Check out these great photos captured by my friends at NAMTRAmedia covering the 2008 SEMA show. See all the photos

Hangin' with Michael Anthony from Van Halen

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:14:04 -0700

SEMA Las Vegas also means great parties and events throughout the week. Steve & Allyson Strope were invited guest at the Bonspeed Rock & Roll Bash at the Hard Rock Hotel. Michael Anthony from Van Halen, along with the best car builders and fabricators had a blast at the bash. Check out some of the photos.

PureVision featured on HubGarage.com

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:20:00 -0700

HubGarage.com launched a new original HubTV series called Top Shops. The premier episode features Steve Strope at the shop working on the 1969 Dodge Charger 515 GTB, which will make it's debut at SEMA 2008. Can he pull it off in time? The "Top Shops" videos are also available from iTunes for your iPod.

Pure Vision Series 1 & 2 - Hot Wheels®!!!

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:22:16 -0700

1:50 Scale G-MACHINES – Hot Wheels® Designed by Steve Strope, these are hot rods to the next level. Pure Vision cars have a very signature concept/build style that can be described as simple, straight forward and well detailed. Hot Wheels® has embraced that with the Pure Vision Series of G Machines. Get them at a store near you or purchase direct from our website.

The GMP Die Cast HAMMER!!!

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:33:32 -0700

PureVision's creation "HAMMER" (1970 Road Runner) has been shrunken down by GMP. All the details and customizations of the real "Full-size" HAMMER. The HAMMER has been seen on big screen, little screen, numerous SEMA shows and can now be seen on your desk.

PureVision on HUBGarage.com & HubTV

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:39:09 -0700

Check out PureVision's profile on HubGarage.com. Host Amber Goetz interviewed Steve Strope at the 2008 Grand Nationals Roadster Show in Pamona, CA for HubTV. Click on the links below to watch the 3 videos showcasing 3 of Stropes creations. Pro-Builder Steve Strope Shares His Insight into his Pure Vision shop Pure Vision's Newest Classic 1972 Torino Fastback GT Pure Vision's Unique Z/28 Nova

PureVision's 68 Barracuda featured in Muscle Machines

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:51:42 -0700

The 1968 Barracuda owned by Dave Meyer is featured in the June 2008 issue of Hemmings Muscle Machines. The B5 Blue Cuda jumps off the pages in this 6 page spread and a quick interview with steve is also featured in the article. Go check it out. This Issue is on news stands now.

2 PureVision Rides featured in Hot Rod Magazine

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:53:55 -0700

The 1970 Petrol Charger and the GT Ford Torino are featured in the June 2008 issue of Hot Rod Magazine. This Issue is on news stands now.

HAMMER Returns!

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:29:22 -0700

Everyone’s favorite “euro-mopar” is back and badder than ever! Take a look at the new concept illustrations by our boy Tavis Highlander. Those of you who know Hammer will spot the new Hemi hockey stripe on the rear quarter. Yep, Hammer is getting’ a Hemi! And not just any Hemi, but one of the first redesigned Hemi blocks from Mopar Performance. Other new additions will be a new aluminum case overdrive

Sneak Peek! Petrol Charger becomes a 1:50 Scale G-MACHINES - Hot Wheels®

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:25:32 -0700

Legendary toy manufacturer Mattel Inc. will be producing a Pure Vision Series in their wildly popular G-Machines line. These super cool die cast cars are 1:50 scale and feature awesome paint schemes, massive rims and detailed interiors all designed by Steve and his friends at Mattel! These are sure to be a favorite among collectors and enthusiast alike. Series 1 (Released June 2007) will have 8 cars in the set.

The GMP Die Cast Z/28 NOVA

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:32:13 -0700

Check this out! GMP, manufacturer of some of the finest die cast collectable's on the planet has replicated Gary Gagliardi’s now famous Z-28 Nova. This is a high detailed, high quality 1:18th die cast model! You can get yours at the PureVision shop or go to GMPdiecast.com and look at all the fantastic die cast models they offer! Get comfortable ‘cause your gonna be there awhile!

HOT ROD Magazine hires PureVision...again

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:34:11 -0700

Hot Rod Magazine hires Pure Vision to build yet another sweepstakes car! This time it is a ’57 Chevy for Timber Wolf. A Pro Street car with a vintage drag race theme. Watch for it in upcoming issues of Hot Rod! Want to see the car go together? Visit www.TWspeedshop.com

Pure Vision at he Hot Wheels® booth!

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:38:14 -0700

Steve Strope autographed hundreds of 1966 GTO® Hot Wheels® cars at the 2006 SEMA show. The line for a signed "PureVision" GTO® wrapped around the Hot Wheels® booth which displayed the actual full size cars by the worlds top car builders. Check it out!

SEMA Las Vegas, Nevada 2006

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:40:37 -0700

Oct.31-Nov.3,2006 - The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry's brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center. This years SEMA show celebrated American Muscle and Pure Vision showed 7 beautiful muscle cars. Check out the photos.

Mopars at the Mansion

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:51:52 -0700

PureVision's creation "HAMMER" (1970 Road Runner) was invited to the all inclusive "Mopars At The Mansion" car show at the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles. The sexy concours d' elegance setting was sponsored by Mopar Collector's Guide magazine.

The Fast & the Furious 3 - Tokyo Drift

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:46:26 -0700

Has Pure Vision dropped the muscle cars for the import tuning scene? No. But PureVision's "HAMMER" has gone Hollywood, debuting in the third installment of the Universal Studios, The Fast & the Furious. This series of films has made it a habit a showing some mean muscle cars to show the roots of horsepower and racing and uses HAMMER as Vin Diesel's modernized muscle chariot in this film.