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The BASF Great 8, Detroit Autorama's semifinalists in the competition for the Don Ridler Memorial Award, are always spectacular examples of automotive art. This year might just exceed that already-high standard, though.
From the '30s, '40s, '50s and '60s, these cars have been modified, polished and perfected for months or even years before reaching the Great 8 roster. While only one can ultimately take the prize, they're all more than worth a look. Photographer "Big Al" Leibmann certainly thought so, and you can see his photo gallery of these amazing autos in the following slides. Which would you pick for the win?
