🚗 Classic Cars
Restoration Cost by Tier
Real cost for different restoration levels.
Gear actually worth buying
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Metal and chrome polishMothers Mag and Mothers Chrome are the go-to for show-prep trim. Use with a foam applicator, not a rag.
Show display boardA printed car show board with spec sheet and history is expected at organized shows and judged events.
Body filler and repair kitBondo or USC SprayMax for minor surface repairs. For rust or structural work, get a proper welder — filler won't hold.
Low-profile floor jack + standsClassics sit low. A 2-ton low-profile floor jack with 6-ton jack stands is the minimum for safe undercar work.
Interior fabric and carpet kitMass-produced interior kits exist for most popular classics (Mustang, Camaro, Corvette, Chevelle). Measure twice, order once.