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Hey there… I’m Tom and I motivate DIY car guys/gals to tackle challenging car restorations and enjoy their Garage Time.

My goal is to inspire 1000 folks to restore or purchase their dream car by 2025.

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In 2018 I started publishing weekly YouTube videos sharing everything that I’ve learned in the 20+ years I’ve been working on cars, for free…

You will find 100+ YouTube videos… that show the entire step by step restoration process of my current Porsche 911 & 356 projects. All work is done and filmed in a modest 2 car garage.

My blog posts on this website go into even more detail to provide the most valuable restoration tips for you.

Learn topics such as metalwork and welding, racing mods, paint and body, brakes, engine, and everything else!

In 1998 I bought my first Porsche after scouring 100’s of classified ads. I was looking in the lower price bracket so my first classic car wasn’t a trophy car by any means. It broke down during the test drive which allowed me to save even more money! This car ended being a major project, but I know this car like the back of my hand!

The super short version is that I’ve learned from my bad purchases and mistakes over the 20 years of working on these cars mostly by myself. I’ve overcome the pain of rust repair, wiring, bad replacement parts, you name it and I’ve seen it all because my car needed it all.

I believe classic car restoration can be very rewarding if you take your time, learn the needed skills, and get going.

My passion is cars and helping people. In 2008 I started an automotive company that helps people work on their engines outside of the car. Over 500 units sold means that folks are getting work done!

What I teach here on my blog is NOT based on sending all your parts to specialists or buying everything new from catalogs. Instead I teach how to restore and source original parts at a fraction of the cost of new. There is no short cut, it’s all hard work, but I think you will find it more rewarding if you follow my low budget methods.

I’ll share with you how I’m restoring my current 911 project at zero cost if you account for some of my excess parts buys sold for a profit.

Many of the professionals in the auto industry teach production style repair materials and techniques. As an owner builder the materials and techniques are totally different. The main advantage the DIY’er has is time, whereas the pros don’t. That is why I don’t follow pros advice. Be smart about your strategy and you will be rewarded!

How many times have you heard $100k invested…selling for $50k. Sadly, this is ‘normal’ in the world of classic cars… I don’t wish that scenario on anyone!
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Resourcefulness has been the #1 key to success…

Put in the time doing research, put in the time turning wrenches, and learn to enjoy the journey.

There are no get rich schemes just like there are no overnight car restorations. Shows like Overhaulin’ on TV have huge budgets and manpower. As I said, I don’t advise that method if you are just starting out.

If it was easy, everybody would do it right? I hope you find my DIY methods helpful. At least they are free!

Leave me a comment if you have any questions about my restoration techniques. I’m happy to clarify when needed or chat about your project.

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