The car was originally donated over 20 years ago to the West
Coast Kustoms from long time Kustom enthusiast Gary
Minor. The original concept for the car was to be a club
project car, but as time went by the car bounced around to
different shops making little progress. Unfortunately, with
the progression of Rich’s disease he was unable to finish the
build.
The build is being completed by some of the most talented
craftsmen there are in Kustomizing: Keith Dean, Rick Dore,
Bill Hines, Sam Foose, and Daryl Hollenbeck are some just
some of the talent involved in this project. The car will also
use the best parts donated by top Automotive Aftermarket
parts manufacturers and suppliers in the industry.
When completed, “Memories” will then begin it’s tour of indoor/outdoor car shows
across the country, bringing awareness of the debilitating disease of Alzheimer’s and
raising donations for the project. This “One of a Kind” 54 Merc will be auctioned
to the highest bidder at the Barrett Jackson Auction in Scottsdale, AZ. All proceeds
from the auction and donations will go directly to the Alzheimer’s Association
(www.alz.org) for research and daily care giving to those still battling this disease.