Restoration Pricing

See how we estimate classic car restorations and what drives full build and repair costs.

A low, three-quarter front view of a fully restored 1970s Porsche 911 in metallic silver, parked just outside an open South Florida restoration shop bay at golden hour. The car’s smooth, curving bodywork and perfectly aligned panel gaps reflect the warm sunset light, creating soft highlights along the fenders and doors. Inside the bay, slightly blurred, are bodywork tools, a spray booth entrance, and neatly stacked tires. The sky shows a soft pastel gradient, and the clean asphalt foreground leads the eye directly to the car. Photographic realism with a professional, aspirational mood that conveys premium restoration quality and attention to detail.
A dramatic before-and-after scene of a classic 1950s Chevy Bel Air, split down the middle in photographic realism. On the left, a faded, rust-speckled body with dull paint, pitted chrome, and worn whitewall tires sits on a dusty concrete floor. On the right, the same car shines in deep navy-blue paint with restored chrome trim, pristine glass, and freshly detailed wheels. The South Florida shop interior surrounds both halves, with organized tools and equipment in the softly blurred background. Bright, even shop lighting highlights the transformation, while the centered, symmetrical composition emphasizes the contrast and communicates the full-restoration services offered.

Our Restoration Process & Promise

In our South Florida shop, every restoration begins with a careful inspection, detailed plan, and transparent quote. We handle body, paint, and mechanicals in-house, sharing photo updates at each stage so your classic returns better than new.

Pricing

Assessment

Every classic is different, so we start each project in South Florida with an in‑person inspection and a detailed conversation about your goals. A full frame‑off restoration is quoted as a complete build, including metal work, paint, drivetrain, suspension, interior, wiring, and trim. Partial restorations are estimated by system—body and paint only, mechanical refresh, or interior and cosmetic upgrades—so you only pay for the areas you want addressed. After our inspection, we provide a written estimate, recommended scope options, and an expected timeline before any work begins.

Shop tour

Photo updates

Itemized quote

Timeline overview

Partial Build

Several factors influence your restoration investment: the starting condition of the vehicle (rust, prior bodywork, missing parts), the level of originality you want, the quality of finishes (driver, show, or concours), and any performance upgrades such as modern brakes or A/C. Cars that arrive disassembled or with hidden rust typically require more labor hours. We walk you through these cost drivers up front so there are no surprises once the project is underway.

Panel alignment

Rust repair

Show paint

Chromework coordination

Full Build

To help qualify projects, most partial restorations we take on fall in the $8,000–$25,000 range, depending on scope, while full, show‑quality builds commonly range from $45,000–$120,000+ over several months. We’re not the right fit for quick flip jobs or budget patch work; our focus is long‑term craftsmanship and safety. If your budget and timeline align with these typical ranges, schedule a consultation and we’ll tailor a restoration plan around your car and your goals.

Engine rebuilds

Suspension upgrades

AC retrofits

Brake conversions

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Classic Restoration FAQs

Wondering how long builds take or how we find rare parts? Most projects run three to twelve months, and we source OEM, NOS, or quality replacements worldwide while balancing originality, safety, and drivability for each South Florida classic.

A freshly restored cherry-red 1969 Mustang fastback with flawless mirror-gloss paint, chrome bumpers gleaming and classic five-spoke wheels, parked diagonally inside a spotless South Florida restoration shop. The concrete floor reflects the car subtly, surrounded by neatly organized tool cabinets and a lift in the background. Bright, diffused daylight pours in from large open bay doors, creating crisp highlights along the body lines and soft shadows beneath. Photographic realism with a professional, high-end feel, shot at eye level with a slight three-quarter angle, sharp focus throughout, conveying precision craftsmanship, trust, and pride in classic car restoration work.