If you want to maintain the broomstick functionality with an updated look and adjustability, Graham tools also sells a telescopic hood prop.
http://www.grahamtool.com/hoodprop.aspx
But for the $49 price, just throw in another buck and hire one of those car models walking around to hold up your prop for an hour
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