The old car hobby and do-it-yourself type folks just seem to go together. Behind almost every old car is an owner who is at least somewhat mechanically inclined. They might not be able to swap out an engine themselves, sew in new upholstery or paint their vehicle like a pro, but they usually know one end of a wrench from the other. And most importantly, the majority of old car hobbyists seem to have a sense of patience, self-confidence and can-do optimism that fuels their passion. And let’s face it, it’s a lot easier and more practical to be involved in the old car hobby if you can actually work on your own car and not rely on your buddy down the road or the local shop every time your car has a little issue that needs to be fixed.
It’s for all the folks out there bloodying their own knuckles and solving their own problems that we offer the “Old Cars Weekly Auto Restoration Guide.” Inside we offer restoration advice and how-to information from a variety of professional sources, as well as from regular Joes who just happen to know a lot about how to fix and restore vintage cars.
It’s inspiring to hear all the stories about car owners and their struggles and triumphs with their antique vehicles. Hopefully, this book supplies a little inspiration in return.
— From the staff of Old Cars Weekly and Old Cars Report Price Guide