There are some rat rods that are simply cobbled parts thrown together but some are really well thought out and the craftsmanship is pretty cool.
Once again reality sets in, there is no universally agreed upon definition of "rat rod". If thought and craftsmanship is involved it's not a rat rod, it's merely an old school hot rod.
one thing forgot time and again,is the fact "old school" hot rods were seldom "finished" because most guys didn't have much money. there were, however, many , many "finished" cars, so reality sets in again as john said, confusing the issue even more. thought and craftsmanship is very easy to see and comprehend, and that is the first thing i look for. and it's getting better and better with each passing year.
