I don't see them as thugs. The fitted hats fit different then ones that have an adjustment in the back. They tend to go over your head and push your sunglasses down into your ears. I've tried to wear my fitted hats over my ears but it just feels wrong man. All hats come with straight brims. It's up to the guy if he wants to bend it. I think the younger generation tends not to. Hillbillies almost fold them things in half! Black clothes are kind of the norm for guys that constantly work on cars. If they are anything they are more southern rocker types than gang bangers. Especially Monza, Doc and Chuck. Sean seems like a cool dude I'd like to hang out with. Since Justin is his best friend I tend to believe that he took more of an acting role for the show. You have to admit that they build some cool rides and flog the hell out of them. Car guy all the way for that.