Farm Boy Garage

Are you a major classic car enthusiast? If so, this is the blog for you! Typically, when you invest in a classic car, you do so with the goal of having it restored to its former glory. Whether you plan to sell the car or keep it for yourself to admire and enter into classic cars, increasing the value of the classic car is always a good thing. Our classic car restoration shop is here to give you a few tips on how to increase the value of your classic car in this week's blog. Need help restoring your classic car? Call Farm Boy Garage today. We can be reached at 515-528-8904. Bring in a junker and leave with a classic!


How To Increase The Value of Your Classic Car
Take proper care of your classic car.
Store it in a safe, dry place. Leaving it outside in the sun can cause rust and unnecessary damage to your classic car.

Make sure you have regular maintenance performed.
Just because you're not driving your classic car on a regular basis, doesn't mean it won't need basic maint…

It can be really exciting to think about the possibilities when it comes to classic car restoration! The thought of returning a muscle car TREASURE to its former glory just brings a smile to your face. That being said, if you have come across a rare, classic car that could use some work, Farm Boy Garage is here for you! We specialize in Custom upholstery, Tear down, Sandblasting, Full custom interior, Off frame, Motor build, Mechanical, and Electrical. Give us a call today at 515-528-8904 if that's something you are interested in. In the meantime, keep reading this week's blog for a list of some of the rare muscle car treasures we've come across in the past and have had the pleasure of restoring.


Factory Original or Documented 50-70 yr Old Rods
1967 SS Chevelle with 4 speed disc brakes
1965 Cutlass Special Order with Protecto plate Ultra High Performance 3 l5 horse A/C
1966 Mercury Cyclone 390 4 speed
1969 442 with w30 4 speed package
1969 442 plum no drivetrain
1961 Impal…

Our classic car restoration shop has had the pleasure of assisting many clients over the years with their classic car restoration needs. We make your muscle car dreams a reality and specializes in restoring your rare finds to there former glory! Over the years, we here at Farm Boy Garage have received a few frequently asked questions. Keep reading this week's blog for our answers to those questions. Also, if you have a question that we don't cover here, please give us a call. We can be reached at 515-528-8904.

Question: How did Farm Boy Garage get started?

Answer: Farm Boy Garage went from a young boy’s dream to a grown man’s reality when Bryan Kratzer broke ground in 2015 to designing and building a one of a kind classic muscle car restoration garage. Bryan Kratzer, owner-operator of Farm Boy Garage, is a born and raised Iowa farm boy. He was taught to work hard, be honest, and self-reliant. His word is his bond. At Farm Boy Garage, our muscle car restoration and classic truck…

Who's ready to get back to normal? We're thinking the chances are just about all of you are ready for that. On that note, this classic car restoration shop is here to give you a few car show tips for when the COVID-19 pandemic is over and events are back on. It can be really nice to think about the future and all of the positivity fun car shows can bring classic car enthusiasts such as yourself, instead of worrying about the tough times we're all going through right now. Keep reading this week's blog for a few car show participation tips for after COVID-19. To get your classic car restored by only the best, call Farm Boy Garage today. We can be reached at 515-528-8904.


Make your classic car shine!
You have liked invested some money into your classic car, so when it comes time to enter it into some car shows, show it off, the right way! Be sure to bring some window cleaner and rags to wipe it down throughout the day so that it doesn't look dusty or dirty when your fe…

With the COVID-19 pandemic in full effect, MANY events have been canceled. With that in mind, Farm Boy Garage is here to make sure you know that we have a fantastic event venue in Des Moines, IA that may be your solution when looking for the right place to reschedule your event at when the time comes. You should know that we have a large stage outside that is equipped to hold bands or DJs. When we are able to, we host a great variety of different types of events. Keep reading this week's blog to learn more about the different types of events Farm Boy Garage can host. Have any questions? Please feel free to give us a call today. We can be reached at 515-528-8904.


LARGE FAMILY REUNIONS
There's nothing quite like the joy you can feel when getting together with your ENTIRE family for some much-needed reunion time. Farm Boy Garage has the space for your very large family to host the BEST family reunion ever! We also have a large stage for your convenience. So if your family enjoys f…