It is certainly unusual to make a Nash into a Hot Rod. The Nash in the Mathews Collection is not only a Hot Rod custom car, but it is also a pro-street drag racer. It has been built from a 2×3 box frame that has been tubbed in the rear, which means the axle has been narrowed so that wider tires could be added. This particular Nash has four bar suspension and a Mustang II front end. The covered front wheels do actually offer some degree of steering.

The Nash in the Mathews Collection is certainly a true competition car and is thus fitted with a roll cage for serious drag racing, as well as a GM Turbo 350 automatic transmission, just the right ticket for a fast getaway.