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Are you getting car show fever? This cold weather has the crew at Farm Boy Garage dreaming of summer nights full of cruises, car shows, and burn out competitions. It may not be summer yet, but there are several car shows you can attend in Iowa during the month of February. Check out these favorites, get them on the calendar and plan a trip!   Quad City Regional Auto Show 2022 February 11th – 13th RiverCenter Convention Center, 136 E 3rd St, Davenport IA https://www.tradeindia.com/tradeshows/99599/quad-city-regional-auto-show-2022.html Quad City Regional Auto Show 2022 is going to be held for a period of three days in Davenport, United State of America. It is one of the comprehensive exhibition which is related to the field of automobile industry. The fair will present a perfect destination for the automobile industry to direct conversation with the professional experts on latest technology and techniques in the related industry and expand and increase business in the globe. Rod and...

Most when they hear rotisserie they automatically think of chicken! Well, there is a restoration called rotisserie as well. Car restoration is a tedious process, for sure, but there's nothing more rewarding than a Farm Boy Garage restoration ! We have years of experience in all restorations with classic muscle cars & trucks and can bring any junker back to its original glory. The passion for the car we once owned or the one a friend or family member had is what drives our desire to restore and keep those fond memories alive. There is a special feeling we get when we are in the presence of a cool ride that is in pristine condition. When we see an older model car that looks so good that it appears as new, it can only mean one thing...it has been totally restored by means of a rotisserie. “A rotisserie restoration is when we totally disassemble the car and the body is taken off the frame. The body and/or frame is then placed on a car rotisserie. After assembling the Weaver Ca...

JUST A LITTLE MUSCLE!! Farm Boy Garage is your American Muscle Car Restoration Specialist! As your one-stop shop in restoration we can take what looks like a heap of junk back to its original pristine classic condition. Dedicated to honoring the true beauty of a classic, Farm Boy Garage ensures you’ll love whatever project you bring to them to help restore. So dedicated to the American classics, the shop dog is named after one of our top muscle cars below. Can you figure out which classic it is?? 1964 Pontiac GTO While the first true American muscle car is debatable, fingers often point to the Pontiac GTO. Pontiac's performance car presented buyers with a big block V8 engine at an affordable price. Not only was the GTO affordable, but Pontiac successfully marketed it based on performance figures never before offered. 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Even though the American muscle car era started in the 1960s, the 1970s are considered the peak of the muscle car period. One of th...

BRRRRR, BABY ITS COLD OUTSIDE! The classic vehicle driving clock is ticking away for most people across the country. Cold and dreary weather is upon most of us and shorter days keep us from spending too much time outside. Now is the time to prepare your classic vehicle for the winter weather and storage. It can be a sad time for many, but we are not saying goodbye, only saying till next year. Till then, we at Farm Boy Garage, your one stop shop for classic vehicle restoration, have a few tips for winter storage to preserve its condition.   WAX ON, WAX OFF ~ Wash, wax and polish that beauty up. Giving it a good detailing helps prevent corrosion and tarnish during the cold months. It also keeps grit and grime from scratching your car if you choose to cover it. Don’t forget the interior, vacuum, wipe down and make sure all materials are protected.   FILL THAT TANK ~ Fill your classic restorations tank with premium fuel and add a fuel stabilizer. The stabilizer will prevent...

IS A CLASSIC CAR CLUB FOR YOU? You have spent tireless hours searching for your dream car, then restored it to its original glory with Farm Boy Garage . Now you are ready to take it for a drive along the country side to feel the power and enjoy the fruition of your journey. Smile on your face, proud moment of all you have accomplished in obtaining your dream. Then you wonder, are there others out there like me, a club or group you could join to share your experience and learn about others. The answer is yes! But like with anything, you have to find the club or group that fits you best. Lets explore the world of classic car clubs. HOW DO I FIND A CAR CLUB Working with Farm Boy Garage, the knowledgeable staff can offer some suggestions on a car club that would fit best with you specific passion in classic cars. Simple searches on the web or social media will also render many options. Another option would be to visit , ClassicCars.com – Journal, which offers a list of most car clubs ...

DREAMING OF A CLASSIC CAR What makes Farm Boy Garage even better? Not only can we restore your American classic , but we can help you find it! Finding that classic car you have been dreaming about or eyeballing since you were a kid can be the hardest step in making your ownership of an American Classic a reality. Well, Farm Boy Garage, with our many connections in the restoration community, are here to help you find the car of your dreams. THE FIRST STEP You would think that finding your dream classic car would be the first step, but it is not. Before starting the search you first need to make sure you have funds available to purchase the car. Many times there is not much time to decide if you want to pull the trigger on the purchase. Having funds quickly available ensures your bid is taken seriously. THE SECOND STEP Hop on over to Farm Boy Garage website and complete the Muscle Car Finder. The more details you can provide the easier it will be for our team to narrow down the search. ...

Taking on a project yourself can give you a great sense of pride! We understand the love for cars and that tinkering on them in the garage is fun. However, have you ever started something and realized you have bitten off more than you can chew? How about a full vehicle restoration? We both want your ride to run, drive, and look as good as possible; so today in our blog, Farm Boy Garage will talk about the reasons you should leave your classic car restoration to the pros! Planning a Budget Having a budget is a must when starting a large project like restoring a vehicle. There is so much involved in a car restoration that without the experience, nailing down a budget will be hard. Along with our expertise, we also have access to parts at a much cheaper cost than the average joe. When you let Farm Boy Garage restore your classic, we will provide you with an estimate before we ever turn a wrench, so you will know what to expect right from the start. We Are Experts Car restoratio...

If you've got a classic truck or muscle car sitting in your garage that's collecting dust, it's time to get it restored. But before you just go on Google and select the first restoration company you find, we strongly urge you to do your research!  Auto body restoration for classic cars  is a very specialized job, and not just anyone can complete such a large task. Here are a few things you need to know before making a final decision on your vehicle restoration specialist. Choosing the Right Shop No pressure, but the shop you choose will have a major impact on the outcome of your restoration. Finding just the right shop can be a daunting process. You certainly need to invest the time in finding the right one. A good way to narrow it all down is by investigation shop reputations. If a shop has a ton of great referrals, then it is usually safe to say they are capable. Determining the Condition There is really no way of knowing what kind of condition a vehicle is tru...

As car people, we know there's just something about the idea of  rebuilding your muscle car  on your own that provides a sense of pride and accomplishment. We get that. We also get that not everyone is properly equipped or savvy enough to accomplish a full restoration on their own. There's no shame in that. You want your classic muscle car to look and run its best. To achieve greatness, sometimes it's just best to leave these tasks to the professionals. Check out these 5 reasons why you should let a professional fully restore your vehicle. 1. Your Planned Budget May Go Out the Door Before you decide to move forward with a restoration project, the first thing you should do is plan out a budget. Car restoration isn't cheap, so having a budget in mind is important. The problem with attempting a restoration project on your own can throw a HUGE and expensive kink in your budget, especially if you're not seasoned in all that is involved. Plus, you may end up p...

If you've got a classic truck or muscle car that you've been considered restoring, you may be considering doing it yourself. But not all projects should be handled in the 'DIY' manner. Especially when it comes to your pride and joy!  Auto body restoration for classic cars  is a very specialized job, and because of this, it's best to leave the task to a professional. Check out some of the benefits of professional restoration. We'll Provide Accurate Pricing Before Starting on the Restoration At Farm Boy Garage, we do provide a quote before we even start the 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 build has started could be ...