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Slabs And Art Cars Houstons Wild Customcar Culture

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Imágenes

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Candy paint and fifth wheels

futura Vivid candy paint jobs and trunk-mounted fifth wheels define the exterior aesthetic of a classic SLAB.

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The iconic 1983 swanga wheels

futura Swangas are highly sought-after wire-spoke wheels that protrude significantly from the car's sides.

Fun Facts

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Fun Fact

SLAB trunks: Many SLAB trunks feature motorized, robotic hinges that swing the lid open and closed automatically while the car is moving.

Quizzes

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Quiz

What does the acronym SLAB stand for in Houston's custom car culture?

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What is 'candy paint,' a key feature of Houston SLABs?

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Which classic luxury car's 1983 and 1984 factory rims inspired the iconic protruding 'swanga' wheels?

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Quiz

What unique feature is mounted on the trunk of a classic Houston SLAB?

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Quiz

Which legendary Houston DJ pioneered the slow, heavy hip-hop tempo that matches the cruising speed of SLABs?

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Quiz

What is a 'pop trunk' in Houston SLAB culture?

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Which decade saw the initial birth and rise of the SLAB car culture in Houston's African American neighborhoods?

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Quiz

How far can protruding 'swanga' wire spokes legally or custom-built extend from the side of a vehicle?

Glosario

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Glossary

slab (noun)
A broad, flat, thick piece of stone, wood, or other solid material. In Houston, these customized vehicles first appeared in the city's Black neighborhoods during the mid-1980s.

Gossip

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Gossip

Which classic SLAB color would you choose for your dream ride?

Videos

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futura Candy paint and fifth wheels

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futura The iconic 1983 swanga wheels

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futura The anatomy of a SLAB

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futura Trunk displays that talk back