Galpin Auto Sports (or GAS) is an American

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located in

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which specializes in customizing and remodeling

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specifically for their drivers. They also provide specialty parts and accessories. The shop was founded in 1946 by Frank Galpin and later purchased by Bert Boeckmann. 2014 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show XA0A9004 (22761119843)

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Galpin Auto Sports is the car garage featured on MTV's ''

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'' hosted by

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. The show was moved from

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to GAS in the 5th and 6th seasons. They also own a second-hand car shop. On site at the main garage is an extensive array of customized cars which can be bought direct from the garage. GAS's work could also be seen on the 2008-2009 television show ''

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''. They were asked to create the star of the show, a new version of the 2008

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called the ''GT500KR''. "GAS had one week to create the new KITT, and they pulled out all the stops. Six people worked full time to create the ''Mustang'' that would be sent over to ''Picture Car Warehouse'' as the father of all the KITT derivatives and stunt cars." "Galpinized" custom-designed vehicles have won national attention and awards.''Auto Week'': The Galpinizer: Beau Boeckmann (December 13, 2004)
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Galpin Motors

Galpin Auto Sports is part of Galpin Motors, Inc. which is the number one volume

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dealership in the world and one of the top California car dealerships with more than $700 million in annual sales. In addition to Ford, Galpin brands include

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, Lotus,

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and

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External links

Official Galpin Auto Sports website
Automotive motorsports and performance companies Automotive repair shops of the United States Companies based in Los Angeles Van Nuys, Los Angeles American companies established in 1946 Retail companies established in 1946 Vehicle manufacturing companies established in 1946 1946 establishments in California