Classic Car Blog

Friends And The Art of Parking

August 9, 2022 By Editor & filed under Classic Car Blog.

Even though the outside temperature was nearing the century mark, it felt even hotter as we waited on the asphalt outside the roll-in car show. The smell of hot oil and antifreeze lingered in the air as a few cars succumb to the heat and found refuge at the side of the road. It’s surprising…

What Do You Wish More People Appreciated About Classic Cars?

June 17, 2022 By Editor & filed under Classic Car Blog.

There are so many things to appreciate about classic car restoration. The fond memories and nostalgia, the amount of elbow grease we put into our rides, and the reward of cruising around town turning heads are just a few reasons we’re so committed to our project cars. We took a poll on social media to…

Your Top 5 Restoration Videos of 2021

December 30, 2021 By Editor & filed under Classic Car Blog.

We always love to know what our members enjoy most from Classic Car Restoration Club, so we took a look at our most popular restoration projects, how-to videos, and tips over the past year. Here are your top five favorites from Classic Car Restoration Club in 2021! 1. Removing Decals from Your Car Whether it’s…

Before & After: 10 Restoration Transformations That Blew Us Away

October 18, 2021 By Editor & filed under Classic Car Blog.

We know we’re not the only ones who love a good before-and-after transformation. That’s why we’ve compiled some of our favorite before-and-after photos submitted by members of the Official Classic Car Restoration Club Community Facebook group to share some restoration inspiration with you. Check out these amazing transformations and let us know what you think…

Are New Cars Ruining Old Car Shows?

October 22, 2019 By Mark Simpson & filed under Classic Car Blog.

The warmth of the sun felt good on the back of my neck as I joined several old friends who had gathered in the grassy area next to the parking lot where our classic cars were on display. A warm weekend in Minnesota in late September tends to bring everyone out, as the knowledge there…

Preparing Your Classic Car for Upholstery

September 28, 2016 By Mark Simpson & filed under Classic Car Blog, Classic Car Tech Articles.

For most classic car enthusiasts, a trip to the upholstery shop is about as welcome as a trip to the dentist. However, with a little planning and preparation, the experience can certainly be smoother and more rewarding than you might expect. “It’s going to cost how much?” and “You can’t take my car in for…

Brand Loyalty

April 27, 2016 By Editor & filed under Classic Car Blog.

“Come on, there must be a Ford guy out there somewhere,” the auctioneer announced sharply as bidding stalled at $3,500 for a beautifully restored Model T. Years ago we traveled nearly 250 miles to attend an auction of two private collectors who, before their deaths, amassed a collection of DeSoto automobiles that included at least…

Good Neighbors

March 30, 2016 By Editor & filed under Classic Car Blog.

Opening the tattered manila folder, I carefully laid out the plans for my new garage addition across the counter for review by the City Planner. I’d gone through these same processes years before when I built my home shop, although now the rules had changed. Twenty years of progress had brought about restrictions in the…

Plan for Success

February 26, 2016 By Mark Simpson & filed under Classic Car Blog.

A loud groan from the car trailer’s suspension broke the silence as we winched the old Ford truck aboard. The old pickup was once Ralph’s dream, as thoughts of driving his family around the neighborhood or in the local Fourth of July parade fueled his passion. But, like so many other unfinished projects I’ve bought…

A Tale of Two Seasons

February 2, 2016 By Mark Simpson & filed under Classic Car Blog.

There’s something about those late winter days in Minnesota when the thermometer finally breaks the freezing mark (on the way up) that ignites something deep in your soul. Perhaps it’s the thought of spring and summer, and confidence the driving season will soon be upon us. Not that the car season ends up here in…