Munsters

Meguiar’s MotorEx : A Father and Son Trip To Meet George Barris

Meguiar’s MotorEx : A Father and Son Trip To Meet George Barris

Way back when the television screen was still black and white, the Munsters needed a car. George Barris of Barris Kustom Industries was called to design and develop it. He also created the original Batmobile. When we heard that he was coming to Australia we had to go. Miss N and I were disappointed when we discovered it …

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Barris Kustom Industries: Batman & The Munsters – An Old School Trip

Barris Kustom Industries: Batman & The Munsters - An Old School Trip

George Barris opened his first custom shop in the suburb of Bell back in 1944 and later on Compton Avenue in Los Angeles with his brother who was discharged from service after WWII. Their business grew into Barris Kustom Industries which is now a mecca for any individual enthusiastic about custom cars. The Barris brothers developed a number of …

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