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Car Restoration vs. Refurbishment

By Dale Oestreich on May 10, 2017 in Car Restoration, Classic Car Restoration, FAQs, Restomods

One of the most important — and also among the most misunderstood — distinctions in the automotive restoration world is the difference between car restoration vs. refurbishment. Unfortunately, this confusion is made worse by some sellers and dealers who either use these words interchangeably, or make outright false statements intended to deceive unsuspecting buyers. What […]

What is a Restomod?

By Dale Oestreich on February 21, 2017 in FAQs, Restomods

Have you ever seen a stunningly restored car on the road, and watched in awe as it raced by you in the passing lane as if it were a super-charged muscle car? Well if so, then you’ve borne witness to one of the most glorious creations in the universe: behold the mighty restomod! What is a […]

The 3 Biggest Reasons Why Car Restoration With No Experience is a BAD Idea

By Dale Oestreich on January 5, 2017 in Car Restoration, Classic Car Restoration, FAQs

The world is full of bad ideas that, thankfully, stand out as major errors before they’re brought to life. For example, deciding to get rid of wasps by throwing rocks at their nest? Bad idea. Putting the “if you lick a frozen pole in winter it’ll stick” warning to the test? Bad idea. Opting for […]

How to Find the Right Car Restoration Shop

By Dale Oestreich on December 7, 2016 in Car Restoration, FAQs, Tips

If you’re new to the world of car restoration (welcome aboard!), or if you’re a seasoned car restoration veteran who regularly attends shows (so do I – make sure you say hello!), the basic fact remains that finding the right car restoration shop is a top priority. Indeed, whether you need some timely and honest advice […]

What does a car restoration cost?

By John on September 25, 2015 in FAQs

Inevitably, and understandably, this is almost always the first question we hear from individuals considering a car restoration. Unfortunately, it’s also the hardest question for us to answer. The reason? Car restoration costs vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle, and it’s nearly impossible to provide an accurate estimate without an in-depth inspection of your vehicle. […]

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