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At Farm Boy Garage we love everything with tires and a steering wheel. Who doesn’t? Today’s modern cars are great! They are making more power, faster, handle better and more economical than the classics, yet the classic muscle cars of yesteryear are in more demand than ever. Why is that? In this week’s blog, your Midwest restoration garage will explain the reasons people still love classic cars. Had an Impact The most popular reason a person owns the classic car they do is that the vehicle has made an impact on their life at one time or another. It might have been a car that their parents, siblings or friend had when they were younger. It could have been a car from a movie from their childhood. We all have a car or maybe a few that have always been a favorite because of a memory we have. The Design Walk around a car show with a car guy and he can tell you the make, model, and year by the grille, bumper or headlights because every year model was unique. Nowadays vehicles only...

So, you did it -- you bought your dream car! Classic cars require some maintenance you might not have thought about. This isn’t your average everyday car so there are some extra steps that your daily driver doesn’t require. In this week’s blog, Farm Boy Garage will cover 5 tips for maintaining your classic. Farm Boy Garage is your one-stop-shop for all your classic car restoration needs. 1. Keep it Covered When you're not out enjoying your classic, you should always have your ride covered or parked in a garage. Rain, wind, and sun can be a classic car's worst enemy when left exposed. Prolonged exposure to water promotes the development of rust. Wind can blow objects into your car, resulting in scratches and dents. Direct sunlight can cause excessive heat, which can warp panels, fade interior, and cause leathers to dry and crack. Covering your vehicle or parking it in a garage will shield and protect it from the elements - essentially saving you money AND your sanity! 2...

Just a little over a month ago, Chevrolet revealed the all-new 2020 Corvette. And unless you have been living under a rock, you are well aware that Chevy finally produced a mid-engine car -- they’ve been teasing us with this since the 1960s. Here at Farm Boy Garage , we love all things cars, so we thought it was only fitting to tell you all about the 2020 Corvette. In this week’s blog, your Midwest restoration shop will give you all the details. Design The Corvette is an icon! Even Ford lovers can’t deny that the Corvette is a true American supercar. So, how do you take an icon like the Corvette and completely redesign it and not ruin its heritage? If you were to see the new 2020 Corvette without any badges, you can see the resemblance to Corvettes of the past and it hasn’t lost it lineage. This new car is a true masterpiece! Chevy tells us only one single part was carried over from the previous generation. The door and hatch handles have been completely hidden for a perfectly...

Can you believe its that time of year? The Iowa State Fair is here! The fair runs from August 8th to 18th so make your plans now to visit Iowa’s greatest celebration. The State Fair brings in over 1 million people from all over the country. Farm Boy Garage would like to tell you what to expect this year at the Iowa State Fair! About the Iowa State Fair The internationally-acclaimed Iowa State Fair is the single largest event in the state of Iowa and one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the country. Annually attracting more than a million people from all over the world, the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines is Iowa’s greatest celebration, a salute to the state’s best in agriculture, industry, entertainment, and achievement. It is the true heartbeat of the Midwest, unequaled and unduplicated. Grandstand Entertainment Check out some of the hottest names in music and comedy at the Iowa State Fair for 2019. THURSDAY AUGUST 8 | 8PM for King ...

So, you have decided to buy a classic or muscle car to restore. Slow down and do some research before you jump in and make a quick decision on a car. Finding a classic muscle car is the biggest part of your decision, but there are a few other factors you will want to weigh out also. Farm Boy Garage would like to tell you about a few other things to consider before you pull the trigger on the wrong car. Final Product Before buying your classic car, it's important to think about what your goals are and what you plan to do with it once you get it. What do you want from this automobile when the project is finished? Do you plan to make it your play car or will you be reselling it? Restoring a car for investment purposes will play a big role in deciding your purchase. How often do you plan to drive it, and will you be proudly showing it off at car shows? By asking yourself these questions, you'll more easily be able to determine what's truly important to you when it comes...

Here at Farm Boy Garage , we love classic muscle cars and classic trucks! We know you love your classic and muscle cars too. That’s why we protect them by keeping them clean, waxed, and tuned up but do you have the right insurance coverage on your classic car? In this week’s blog, your Midwest restoration shop would like to share some tips for protecting your baby! What You Need to Know A classic car policy will include similar coverages as a standard auto insurance policy, like property, liability, and medical coverage. Here are some differences between standard and classic car insurance. Your Car’s Value – Because each car is so unique and conditions are different, there is no way to possible to find a book value like an everyday car. The first step should be for you and your insurance company to reach an agreement on the value of the car. Make sure that this value is specified in your policy and your car will be covered up to that in case of loss. Unlike your wife’s sedan,...

Here at Farm Boy Garage , we have a love for all things with an engine and wheels. We restore classic cars , muscle cars, and classic trucks for collectors and classic car enthusiasts from around the world. We know the most popular classic and muscle cars have two doors but there are some pretty hot sedans that we love too. In this week’s blog, we will talk about some of our favorite GM four-door machines! Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Many argue that the Oldsmobile 88 was America’s first muscle car.  In 1949 Oldsmobile combined the new Rocket V8 engine with a lighter, more streamlined car to offer a thrilling machine. With a top speed of just 97 MPH and a zero to sixty time at 13 seconds, this was the start of something amazing. Buick Wildcat In 1962 the Wildcat was a Buick Invicta subseries. From 1963 to 1970, the Wildcat was its own series. The 325 Horse 401 cubic inch Wildcat V8 remained the standard engine through 1966. From 1964 to 1966, a 425 cubic inch V8 was also availabl...

Do you have a classic car sitting in your garage or barn collecting dust? Maybe it’s a car that was left to you, or even your high school machine. Have you thought about getting it restored? Here at Farm Boy Garage , we know there are many questions that run through your mind when you think about getting it back on the road. In this week’s blog, your one stop restoration shop will answer some of those questions you have.  Can I get an exact quote for the restoration? At Farm Boy Garage, we do provide a quote before we ever start work on your car. That quote will not change unless the customer asks for additional upgrades that were not included at the time that we sit down to go over what the customer wants and both parties have agreed on a price. Our guarantee is that we won't blindside a client with a price difference in the end cost compared to what we quoted, and any additional work the client asks for after the build has started could be the only change, and if the chang...