Restomods & Restorations: Blending Heritage with Innovation

At Cranked Garage, we celebrate the timeless appeal of classic automobiles, offering specialized services to either artfully modernize them for today's roads or meticulously return them to their factory-original glory. Whether your vision is to enhance a legend with contemporary performance or preserve every authentic detail, our craftsmanship ensures your classic car's legacy endures.

Restomods

A Restomod is the ultimate fusion of automotive eras. It's about taking the iconic styling of a classic vehicle and seamlessly integrating modern performance, comfort, and safety features. We transform your cherished ride into a truly unique machine that drives like a contemporary vehicle while retaining its vintage charm. Our restomod services are comprehensive and include, but are not limited to:

  • Performance Upgrades: Modern engine swaps (including LS conversions), upgraded transmissions, and advanced drivetrain components for exhilarating power and reliability.
  • Chassis & Suspension Enhancements: Custom suspension setups, coilover installations, and reinforced chassis for superior handling and a refined ride.
  • Braking System Overhauls: Upgrading to modern disc brakes for vastly improved stopping power and safety.
  • Interior Modernization: Integrating modern seats, custom gauges, advanced climate control (A/C), and cutting-edge stereo systems for comfort and convenience without sacrificing classic aesthetics.
  • Structural Integrity: Expert rust repair and reinforcement to ensure a solid foundation.
  • Electrical System Upgrades: Full custom wiring harnesses to support all modern additions.
  • And Much, Much More: Every restomod is a bespoke project, and we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive solutions to meet your specific desires, from subtle enhancements to complete transformations.

Full Restorations

For the purist who desires historical accuracy and concours-level quality, our full restoration services are unparalleled. This meticulous process involves disassembling your classic vehicle down to its bare frame, meticulously restoring or replacing every component to factory-original specifications. Our dedication to authenticity ensures your vehicle is brought back to the condition it was in the day it rolled off the assembly line. Our full restoration services include.

  • Body & Paint: Stripping to bare metal, expert rust repair, panel replacement, and flawless multi-stage paint finishes that match original factory colors and techniques.
  • Engine & Drivetrain: Complete engine, transmission, and differential rebuilds to original specifications, ensuring period-correct performance and reliability.
  • Chassis & Suspension: Restoration of original chassis components, suspension, and steering systems to factory fresh condition.
  • Interior Reupholstery: Meticulous reupholstery of seats, headliners, door panels, and carpets using period-correct materials and patterns.
  • Electrical & Chrome: Restoration of original wiring, gauges, and lighting, along with re-chroming and polishing of all brightwork.
  • Countless Other Services: From sourcing rare, original parts to recreating factory stamps and markings, we leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of absolute authenticity and pristine quality.

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