Benjamin Wahlström

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This photo of Benjamin and his coupe appeared in Nostalgia Nr 2 - 1998, in a story about Swedish hot rod pioneers. from Nostalgia Nr 2 - 1998. Photo courtesy of Nostalgia Magazine.
Another photo of Benjamin's coupe from Nostalgia Nr 2 - 1998. From left in the photo, Lasse Malmberg, Benjamin, Tage Hammerman, and Lasse Nigell. The photo is taken at Lasse's place in Skälby. Notice the Ratfink hats. Photo courtesy of Nostalgia Magazine.

Benjamin Wahlström of Östersund, Sweden. Benjamin was born Janne Wahsltröm. After hurting his leg in a Jeep-accident, he received the nickname "Ben-Janne". Later on, he actually changed his name to Benjamin.[1]


At age 25 Benjamin bought a 1932 Ford 5-window coupe from Edsviken. The car was already hot rodded when he got it, featuring a hopped up Flathead engine. Benjamin installed a Buick Nailhead V8 with an Offenhauser-intake and displayed it at the Stockholm Hot Rod Show.[1]


Benjamin Wahlström's Cars

Benjamin Wahlström's 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe


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