Buckle up and burn rubber with the Hot Rod Playset Plan, a slick and speedy playground centerpiece inspired by classic 1930s custom cars. Available in two sizes, the smaller 6×9-foot model is perfect for younger children or more compact yards, while the larger 8×11-foot version offers extra room for bigger kids and more active play. With curvy fenders, a chopped cab, and detailed engine accents, this playset brings all the retro flair of a vintage hot rod right to your backyard. Kids can imagine revving the engine, racing down the track, or pulling into the pits for a quick tune-up.
Beyond its cool styling, the Hot Rod Playset invites customization. For the ultimate backyard automotive adventure, pair it with the matching Pete's Gas Station & Garage Playhouse. Together, they create a complete retro car scene where kids can fuel up, tune engines, and race off on new imaginative journeys. Whether your little racers are cruising the neighborhood or staging their own car shows, the Hot Rod Playset is ready to roll.
Features:
- Made to look like a 1930s Ford Coupe hot rod
- 32ft² (6x9) or 47ft² (8x11) in usable interior play space
- Designed for ages 3-8
- Details include head lights, front seats, chopped top styling, driver mirror, fat drag wheels
- 27 page (6x9) or 32 page (8x11), step by step plan
Plan Category:
🚂 Vehicle Playset Plans
🧸 Young Children Plans
Dimensions:
6x9
- 6' 4" Wide
- 9' 3" Deep
- 4' 4" Tall
8x11
- 8' Wide
- 11' Deep
- 5' 1" Tall
Framing Details:
- Joists: 2x6 - 16" O.C.
- Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
Lumber List | 6x9:
Make sure to take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!
Decking:
( 29 ) 5/4" x 6" x 8'
( 3 ) 5/4" x 6" x 10'
( 3 ) 5/4" x 6" x 12'
2x2:
( 1 ) 2” x 2” x 8'
2x4:
( 16 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 4 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 12 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
2x6:
( 5 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
4x6:
( 1 ) 4” x 6” x 10'
Lumber List | 8x11:
Decking:
( 13 ) 5/4" x 6" x 8'
( 28 ) 5/4" x 6" x 10'
( 7 ) 5/4" x 6" x 12'
2x2:
( 8 ) 2” x 2” x 8'
2x4:
( 21 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 14 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 5 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
2x6:
( 1 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 3 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 4 ) 2” x 6” x 12'
4x4:
( 1 ) 4” x 4” x 8'
4x6:
( 1 ) 4” x 6” x 12'
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