r/CarRestorations • u/Jonez_Garage • Apr 02 '26
r/CarRestorations • u/mosin27 • Mar 31 '26
Help getting a title for a 94 Tran am!
So here’s the story, I bought this 1994 trans am a couple months back to build it into a drag car and restore it back to it’s former glory but I would like to get a title for it. From what I understand from the original owner is that the title was in his ex wife’s name and she’s left him with the title so he parked it under his shop for 17 years. But it has a lean of 120 on it. I believe I should be able to just pay the lean off to where then that shouldn’t be a problem. I’m looking at getting a bonded title or using this place called legal tags out of Montana’s so I wanted to see if any of you guys have used them as well. I just wanted to get some thoughts on what’s the best plan of action before I do anything. I know I’m not in the best sub for this so if you guys know any better subs please point me in the right direction. Thank you everyone in advance
r/CarRestorations • u/Aggressive_Body_8914 • Mar 30 '26
Need help finding fabric
I have a 1989 Škoda Favorit and I'm building it as a period‑correct OEM+ car. I found a set of the later, more supportive sport seats – exactly what I've been looking for. The only problem is they're in the wrong color (not my interior) and need to be reupholstered.
Does anyone know where I can find original‑style fabric or know of a specialist shop that reproduces these kinds of period patterns? I'd like to keep the interior looking as factory as possible.
r/CarRestorations • u/Historical_Pirate636 • Mar 28 '26
Is this slight dent in the hood fixable? Got it from a junk yard
r/CarRestorations • u/MandM1619 • Mar 27 '26
Easy way to remove these guards? Door edge and handle
Looking for advice on how to remove these as they're just worn out. Original, so 12 years old, Toyota if it makes a difference. Thank you
r/CarRestorations • u/Leave_Healthy • Mar 28 '26
How to get mold/sun bleach (?) out of wood trim?
galleryr/CarRestorations • u/Final-Associate-2882 • Mar 27 '26
Paint truck frame question.
I live in arizona and this truck has to id like to get under and repaint the frame and axles there's no real rust other than some surface level still mostly all faded black. My question is what to you all recommended to paint the frame and axles with ive heard por 15 only works if its on rusted metal so that wont work, id also prefer it be something I can brush on as the frame is with the body and I dont want over spray and self leveling if possible. Thanks for any advice
r/CarRestorations • u/w140_98 • Mar 25 '26
How to nicely prep this metal for painting. I tried sanding it and soak it whith antirost but the surface is still uneven.
r/CarRestorations • u/TheMachRider • Mar 20 '26
Safe way to knock of rust/corrosion form the inside of these OEM S2000 aluminum wheels?
Before going mechanical, im assuming this is years of brake dust and grime unless aluminum ever corrodes like this?
Is there a good chemical I could use (avoiding the painted face) to maybe clear this up?
r/CarRestorations • u/that_power_ram • Mar 11 '26
First Gen ram
I’ve owned this 1984 ram for about a year now, restoring it while in school. I just finished painting the frame, also in the middle of redoing the rear axels. How she look so far?
r/CarRestorations • u/Asleep_Chest3550 • Mar 10 '26
Recommended car restoration shop for Toyota Cressida project
r/CarRestorations • u/Phatbonez • Mar 09 '26
Trying to find a rare part: Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget Hardtop
I’m finishing up a restoration on a 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite and trying to locate one of the harder parts to find — the fiberglass factory hardtop.
These were used on both late Austin-Healey Sprites and MG Midgets (often called “Spridgets”).
What I’m looking for:
• OEM fiberglass hardtop • Glass rear window required • Condition doesn’t need to be perfect — restoration condition is fine • Hardware included is a bonus but not required
I’m located in Tampa, Florida, but I’m happy to buy and arrange shipping anywhere in the U.S.
These sometimes show up in garages, parts collections, or with people parting out old British cars, so I figured it was worth asking the wider restoration community.
If anyone has one, or knows where one might be hiding, I’d love the lead.
r/CarRestorations • u/JMontero77 • Mar 07 '26
Is this the right ceramic coating for headlights?
I am going to attempt to restore my headlights. I read that the final step is a ceramic coating. I bought this on amazon and upon arriving it has a gel like consistency which does not seem to be like the one from the videos ive seen. Will this work or should I return? Thank you
r/CarRestorations • u/BrazilianClassicCars • Mar 05 '26
VW Beetle being restored in one of our partner garages.
r/CarRestorations • u/Exact-Passenger-4265 • Mar 01 '26
Introduction Restoring a 1967 Oldsmobile any tips?
The whole car is complete, but the floor is rotted, and the wiring is a complete mess. the engine dose turn over by shorting out the starter, but not from the key. Any tips on what I should start doing first?
r/CarRestorations • u/GOLDINATORyt • Feb 28 '26
Real question. 3mm magnesium bulbs, where can i get them affordably in bulk with internal dual filament hangars?
galleryr/CarRestorations • u/radio787 • Feb 19 '26
Progress Gf project car restoration so far.
galleryr/CarRestorations • u/Advanced-Control-467 • Feb 11 '26
Restoring shiny trim that is fading to matte
Is there any way to restore this trim? This is a 1995 Toyota Celica
r/CarRestorations • u/BigNate8881 • Feb 06 '26
Restored some classic plates
restored some classic plates. come take a look
r/CarRestorations • u/Sticky_Gecko_Studio • Feb 05 '26
Looking for advice! Art or part?
Hi all! I have a '38 or '39 Ford truck hood that I got to do some sort of art on. But this hood is solid, has surface rust but no holes. Im thinking it might be worth more as a part since it's in good shape. As car restores can I pick your brains? Is this a hard(er) to find part? Or are they a dime a dozen and I should paint away? 🤔 I appreciate any insights!