MIDNIGHT THUNDER

Nathan Thomas' 1956 Ford F-100 Pro Street Dream

- JOE ACEVEDO JR.

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.

One of the standout features of Midnight Thunder is its mesmerizing paint. Nathan wanted a deep, slick finish that would make people stop and stare.