With the gravitas of Ventura Nationals, it attracts enthusiasts and builders from all over the US. Naturally, this means long travels for many in the scene, and the local car community rolls out the red carpet for all those headed in. The afternoon and evening before Nationals, the local shops host open houses, inviting any and all to bring their cars to decompress from the journey to Ventura and... Source ..read more

The inaugural Grand National Truck Show kicked off this year at the Fairplex in Pomona, California. While the Grand National name has been known since 1949 to be one of the best car shows in the country, it was not until this year that organizers decided to split it into two from the historic Roadster Show and give classic trucks their own weekend. Billed as the premier truck event of 2023, it isn’... Source ..read more

Last month, Ventura Nationals rolled into town over Labor Day weekend at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Starting in 2003, it’s one of the biggest and best shows on the West Coast and encapsulates all aspects of automotive culture with hot rods, custom paint, restorations, live music, and vendors. Sprawled out over sixty-two acres, Ventura Nationals packed classic cars and vintage trucks in while... Source ..read more

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 how heat and long lines can test the level of each persons patience. Getting off the road and into the event... Source ..read more

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 how long?” are probably the two most commonly asked questions the first time any enthusiast... Source ..read more

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 hear from a few of our community members to see what they wished more people appreciated about... Source ..read more

“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 one example of every year they were manufactured (1928-1961). Source ..read more

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 a decal that came with the car or one you put on yourself and regretted later... Source ..read more

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 in the comments! Source ..read more

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 over the years, Ralph’s dream failed to become reality when a lack of resources and... Source ..read more