Classic Car Restorations
That’s Minor Customs specializes in classic and muscle-car restoration in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Our restoration work includes custom automotive painting and finishing, metal forming and fabrication, and mechanical repairs and performance upgrades. We help owners plan a restoration around their vehicle, goals, and budget.
We welcome local and out-of-state collectors and enthusiasts who value careful workmanship and attention to detail. We focus on clear communication about project progress and costs.
Start with a free one-hour consultation and shop tour. Meet our team and discuss your restoration goals. Next, we arrange an in-person vehicle review and prepare a project budget. After we agree on the scope and budget, a deposit is the next step toward moving forward. Out-of-state owners can contact us first to plan their visit.
The Process
The first question we usually hear with a car restoration project is in regard to cost. That will depend on a number of factors, starting with the current condition of the vehicle and the level of quality you want in the final process. Are you looking for a concourse car, show car, street show, or a very nice driver? Depending on the scope and condition of the vehicle, partial restorations can cost $50,000–$150,000+, and complete restorations can cost $150,000–$275,000+. Contact us to discuss your classic car restoration goals.
Here are the major components of a complete auto restoration project:
Restoration Phase Timeframes
These times do not take into consideration how much time would be required to repair rust spots, use patch panels, repair dents or replace body panels that are welded on.
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ProcessHours
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Body disassembly and install on a rotisserie10-50
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Frame/Suspension/Steering/Brakes disassembly10-50
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Frame/Suspension/Steering/Brakes clean up and paint30-40
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Frame/Suspension/Steering/Brakes assembly30-40
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Disassemble Drivetrain & Accessories5-10
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Assemble Drivetrain & Accessories30-40
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Body/Trunk/Under-car/Interior/under-hood clean and repaint120-160
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Media blasting: Body & Frame components(varies by job)
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TOTAL PROCESS395-550 HOURS
Individual Restoration Tasks:
- Assembly
- Body Repair
- Brake Repairs
- Conversions
- Cooling System Upgrades
- Metal Fabrication
- Electrical Repairs
- Engine Rebuilding
- Tuning
- Interior Work
- Rust Repairs
- Metal repair
- Priming
- Painting
- Color Sanding
- Buffing
- Detailing Work
- Suspension Rebuilding
- Glass Work
- Chrome Plating
- A/C Repairs
- Instrumentation
- Fuel System Work
- Paint Materials and Parts