Hot Rod Racers #6

Flip Farnsworth is on a simple errand to pick up Motors Mc Horn’s cousin, Wellington, at the bus depot—until he discovers the man is a towering, 6-foot-8, 665-pound giant who’s been stuck in the doorway the entire trip. After a comical struggle to free him, Flip is stunned to learn that the “giant” is indeed Wellington, who insists he’s still growing, and the two set off on a road trip that promises more than just a ride.

Miss Willet, the quiet new English teacher, finds her modest Falcon targeted by students who mock her for driving so slowly. When her mechanic, Mr. Goffe, secretly installs a powerful engine in her car, she’s shocked—but soon uses the unexpected speed to surprise her students in a drag race, earning their respect and sparking an unlikely friendship.

Tommy "Thumbs" Down buys a used '59 Edsel from Honest Charley, who promises it’s a dream to drive, only to find it breaks down after a few miles. When he brings his friend Clint Curtis to assess the car, they discover the engine is ruined—and Charley refuses to help, claiming the car was sold "as is." With a clever twist, Thumbs uses Charley’s own greed against him, turning the tables in a surprising trade.

Cyril Soames, a shy bank clerk, finds himself swept into the high-octane world of hot rod racing after a casual ride with Lena Manners, a spirited driver he met at choir practice. What begins as a nerve-wracking experience soon sparks an unexpected passion, leading Cyril to embrace the sport wholeheartedly—much to the surprise of his friends and his own cautious nature.