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The 1960s began the birth of American muscle cars. American automakers began stuffing the biggest engines they could find into the smallest, lightest chassis that would hold them. Performance was the most important consideration put into building these top-dog legendary cars. As Fourth of July draws near, we thought it would be fun to celebrate this spectacular holiday by looking back at some of the most iconic American-made muscle cars ever created. Check out Farm Boy Garage 's list of "Top 5 American-Made Muscle Cars"! 1. Pontiac GTO It wasn’t the fastest, the most powerful or the most outrageous muscle car, but Pontiac’s GTO makes the top of the muscle car pantheon because it was the first: the car that gave birth to the muscle car genre. This high-performance automobile put muscle cars on the map, thus leading it to start the list of our 'Top 5 American Muscle Cars'. The GTO was one of the fastest production cars of 1964. Its only real street competition...

If you've been considering buying a project car, a quick and hasty purchase without proper research is not advisable. Choosing the right muscle car, vintage automobile or classic pickup truck is an important part of your decision making, but there are other factors to think about, too. Here are 4 tips for picking the right project car . Make Sure the Car You Choose will Retain Value Finding old cars for sale that need restoration won't be a problem. Finding old cars that hold their value or will significantly increase value after restoration is a whole different story. Some vehicles will never hold value worth your money put in no matter how carefully they're restored. Take time to do extensive research to determine which models are more valuable and don't impulsively settle on a particular model just because you're fond of it. A car with appreciation potential might cost more to buy, but it's important to remember that the cost of the car is only a smal...

The guys at Farm Boy Garage have vast experience with restoring and repairing all makes and models of muscle cars and classic trucks. No project is too big or small – if you're in need of a full restoration for your classic ride, Farm Boy Garage will get the job done right! Check out the vehicle restoration services we offer:  Farm Boy Garage Services Tear Down When a client brings their vehicle in for a full restoration that requires tear down, we disassemble and catalog every piece on the vehicle to ensure that the vehicle is put back in its original condition and that all panels, trim, molding placements, etc fit properly. The body is pulled off the frame and the frame is restored. We'll do all necessary rust repair and rust prevention to ensure the best quality for your classic. This process limits ongoing maintenance and future restoration situations. Full Custom Interior When restoring your classic beauty, the exterior isn't the only thing that shou...

For car enthusiasts who have a serious need for speed, you probably know just how it feels to race that quarter mile dash from a standing start. It's an adrenaline rush like no other, especially if you're hitting speeds that top or exceed 100 mph! You know you've got a love for speed, but do you know how or where drag racing started? Farm Boy Garage wants to share with you a little bit of history on this thrilling sport! Check it out: The Emergence of Drag Racing Drag racing was born in the 1930s in the dry lake beds of the California deserts. As engines got better and drivers got braver, speeds began topping 100 mph. But it wasn’t until after World War II that drag racing became something more serious. Although popularity grew steadily, drag racing still remained largely an underground pastime. Races frequently took place on disused military runways with the first organized event at the Goleta Air Base in California dating back to 1949. Drag Racing Becomes More ...

If you're looking for a vintage pickup, it's hard to go wrong with a Chevy C10. They're great drivers, parts are readily available and they're easy on the eyes. Plus, the C10 played an important role in the history of Chevrolet trucks, eventually leading to the creation of the Silverado. With that said, Farm Boy Garage takes a deeper look into the truck that paved the way for the future of light-duty and heavy-duty pickups. What is a Chevy C10? The Chevy C10 was the half-ton two-wheel drive model within the C/K line of trucks that originated in 1960. Originally available in a 6.5-foot bed with a 115-inch wheelbase and an 8-foot bed with a 127-inch wheelbase, the C10 was a new truck for Chevrolet. The C10 had improved weight distribution thanks to the increased load capacity of the front axle, as well as a larger cab and bigger windshield. The Stepside featured rear wheels located on the outside of the truck bed and had a step mounted between the wheel wells and t...

One of the perks of owning a classic truck or car is the glory of showing it off. You know what we're talking about... when you're driving through town in your recently waxed beauty and everyone stops for a moment to check out your glorious piece of history on wheels... yeah. That's what being a classic car owner is all about! So, naturally, you're probably very much into checking out any car show you can. That's why this week Farm Boy Garage is sharing with you some of the upcoming biggest car shows in the Midwest that you need to attend! Check them out: Midwest Car Shows 30th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals When: May 4 to May 6, 2018 Location: Historic Bagnell Dam Strip, Lake Ozark, MO, 65049 The Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals is a unique show for all makes, models, and years of cars, trucks and motorcycles. The show celebrated its 29th year in 2017 with the phenomenal weather, 1,000 participants and close to 10,000 s...

When we restore a vehicle for a client, we're restoring more than just the vehicle. We're restoring the glory and all the fond memories that come along with that car. And you better believe that every car has its own story to be told. One of our recent restoration jobs isn't any different. We've been working on the restoration of a beautiful 1967 Chevelle that has a lot of history and an owner who is proud to share! Check out Doyle's story: A Treasure Found Doyle Zorn bought his '67 Chevelle shortly after returning home from Vietnam. He'd heard an ad on the radio from a local car dealer that “all cars must go,” so naturally, he went to see what they had. When Doyle saw this beautiful Chevelle, he offered the salesman $1995.00 cash. The salesman laughed and said 'ok, but it had to be cash only.' However, when Doyle pulled out $2000.00 and asked for his change, the salesman said he was only joking, that the car was worth more and walked away. L...