The Perks of Roadster Restoration

To restore a roadster, one first needs to know what they are getting into. First, while it is possible to sell a restoration for profit, one should go into the project understanding that you likely will never be able to sell it for profit. Even if what you have is a forgotten roadster you were gifted after it being found in a friend's barn, the process of restoration can get expensive. That's because complete roadster restoration generally requires a top to bottom restoration that includes refinishing, replacing, and repainting just about every component with authentic or near authentic parts, colors, and textures. But as author Brandon Sanderson writes, 'it's the journey not the destination'. The following is a look at the perks of roadster restoration and why so many opt to restore cars that might have otherwise been forgotten:

The Perks of Roadster Restoration

Old Roadsters Have Great Looks

There is simply something special about watching a '60s era muscle car driving down the road. In fact, did you know that it was a '60s era roadster that got the owners of Customs & Hot Rods of Andice into the game of restoration? Owner Harold Chapman's first full custom project car that he built for himself was a 1969 Camaro that he outfitted with a supercharged LS1 engine and 4L80E transmission. It's a vehicle that continues to draw looks and one that inspired the shop itself.

Project Vehicles Build Relationships

Restoring an old car can be great for bonding with family and building new relationships. Have a son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter who's into mechanics or upholstery work? Or maybe an old friend you want to reconnect with over something more than bar nights and beer? Then choosing and undertaking a roadster restoration is a great way to get them (and you) away from the tech-obsessed world and into a meaningful project that you can undergo together. Remember, it's about the journey and not the end result, and so learning together about how to fix up an older car can be a very rewarding experience. Once it's finished (and even while it's not), showing the model off at local auto shows or seeing other roadster restorations offers its own series of bonding opportunities.

Learn More about Yourself

When Harold Chapman first got to work on that '69 Camaro, he had no idea that it would spark an all-in love of classic and roadster restoration that would encourage him to set up his own restoration shop. That's the beauty of big projects like these; they allow us to tap into sides of ourselves we might not even know we had. Maybe you'll find that you have a secret passion for upholstery or welding or something else entirely.

Need Help? Contact CHRA

Roadster restorations are big projects and if you need guidance or some professional work on your project, then our team at CHRA is here for you! From engine work to body welds and more, we have the experts to complete any big job for your restoration. Give us a call today.