Ed "Big Daddy" Roth (1932-2001) was a phenomenon.
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Though it was immortalized as a popular plastic model kit and is featured on several websites, little is known about Roth\'s magnum opus.
His 1963 Mysterion show car--featuring two big-block Ford V8s--was his masterpiece and the story of its rise and brief existence is legendary.
His body of work is still discussed in hot rodding, fine arts and pop culture circles and his cult following remains as devoted as it was during his career.
Ed "Big Daddy" Roth (1932-2001) was a phenomenon