Farm Boy Garage

You may have already stored away your classic car for the winter, but we are here to tell you that you do not have to keep it up for the entire season! Although we do recommend to tread lightly when choosing to drive your vintage ride in the colder seasons, we do have some tips if you decide to go for a winter drive that we will go over in this week's blog!  Keep reading below to find out our winter driving tips! 1. Change Your Tires Depending on what tires you currently have, it probably is in your best interest to switch them out for some durable, winter tires to help you avoid any damages, or even worse, accidents that can occur throughout the snowy months.  In addition to just needing stronger-gripping tires, it may actually be a task you needed to accomplish regardless to be able to safely drive your sweet vintage ride!  2. Take it Easy Just because you want to go for a joyride, doesn't mean you need to be exceptionally hard on your car- especially throughout the win...

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 restoration is done on site. Farm Boy is a one-stop shop, your classic car does not leave the garage until the complete restoration job finished. Bring in a junker and leave with a classic! We restore classic cars, muscle cars, and classic trucks for collectors and classic car enthusiasts from around the world. Farm Boy Garage understands it is not always easy taking time away from home and family. Our solution to this problem is to assist our clients in making sure the restoration process is stress free, fun, and cost effective. First we have a large enclosed trailer to haul your precious dream machine from your home (anywhere on this planet) to ours and from our home back to yours safely. We are also conveniently located near the airport and we will assist ...

We are proud to be the best muscle car restoration shop in Des Moines, Iowa ! We haven't come across a project that we couldn't handle, and in this blog we want to showcase some of our finest restoration projects!  If you're looking for a place that can restore your classic, no matter how vintage, we can get the job done!  Read below to see some of our favorite restorations we have done to date!  1978 Trans AM 1967 Chevelle 1973 Plymouth Roadrunner It makes us so proud to see these rides restored to their former glory! At Farm Boy Garage we take junk and turn it into treasure! All of our services are done in one place with experts you can trust! To view our full list of services or to contact us about restoring your classic car, visit our website at www.farmboygarage.com!

Don't settle for any less than the best restoration for your classic car! At Farm Boy Garage, we consider ourselves to be top of the line, in that we do absolutely everything we can to make sure the process of restoring your car is simple and effective.  Not only do we help bring new life into your vintage beauty, but we also make sure to help our clients in any way we can, whether that be locating a muscle car, transporting, and even lodging our guests! Find out what stellar services we can offer for both you and your classic car by reading more below!  1. Pre-Restoration Before we even get into all that we offer during the process of restoring your ride, we have to talk about what we can offer for you prior. You may find yourself wanting to restore your classic car, only to not actually have the ride of your dreams- we can help with that! Our muscle car locator service is perfect for anyone down on their luck and looking for their dream car with their specifications! We will...

You have purchased your classic car, and it may need some work, but no need to worry! Classic car restoration is a process that will undoubtedly take your vehicle from scrap to sleek in no time! We want to make sure you have all of the details about restoring your classic car, and that includes potential delays that could present themselves during the restoration process. With that being said, keep reading to find out more about potential setbacks you could face when getting your classic car restored, and how you can avoid these issues for future reference!  Rust When you purchase a classic car, it is safe to assume that after all those years your ride may have a little rust. A little rust isn't anything new, nor is it something that should cause a ton of delay in getting your vehicle restored; however, what can be an issue is the amount of rust- especially if your car has quite a bit.  The best thing that you can do to help prevent running into this issue is to make sure tha...

You have the car of your dreams! Now what? Aside from ensuring it stays in the best condition, you may feel a little unsure of what and how you should go about showcasing your classic car. You've put so much time and effort into the maintenance and the muscle car restoration so why not show it off?  In this blog, we aim to discuss some ideas on how you can showcase your car in the best ways possible, and how you can do so with some of the tips we provide! To find out how you can take your classic car to the next level, read below!  1. Classic Car Shows This one probably goes without saying, but car shows are a fantastic way to show off your new ride, and even win some prizes in the process! Regardless of where you reside in the United States, you should be able to find plenty of great car shows around, and what better way to get your car out and about than showing it off to a bunch of people?  If you are in Des Moines, IO, there are plenty of car shows to choose from, an...

Purchasing your dream classic car is one of the greatest feelings in the world! There isn't anything quite like finally having the vehicle you've always wanted right outside your door, but in order to make that dream a reality, you have to start somewhere, with the right team of people. At Farm Boy Garage, we provide all of the restoration services in Iowa you may need from locating your dream vehicle, transporting it, restoring it, and so much more.  To find out why we consider ourselves your one-stop restoration shop, keep reading and we will tell you more!  Locating Your Dream Car As previously mentioned, we do more than just restore your vehicle, but rather, help you with all of the steps leading up to that point as well.  One of our favorite services we offer is our Muscle Car Finder assistance! All you have to do is fill out the form on our website detailing the type of vehicle you are looking for and we will do all we can to locate your dream car. In addition to ...

Locating a muscle car can feel like a real challenge. There is a lot that goes into it, research, location, costs, maintenance, etc. We understand the feelings of being uncertain of where to start, which is why the team at Farm Boy Garage has implemented a solution to make your search much easier, our Muscle Car Finder service. This service is specifically geared towards those who may not really know where to start when it comes to finding your dream muscle car. Even those who do have an idea but are not certain how to proceed can benefit from our Muscle Car Finder service that we offer.  How it Works Our Muscle Car Finder service simple and easy. All you have to do is fill out the form that we offer on our webpage, and we handle the rest. We will review your information that you provide and begin the hunt! Whether your muscle car is in Des Moines, IO or Seattle, WA, we will locate, pick-up, restore your vehicle to your exact specifications.  Once we locate your vehicle, we w...

Muscle car restoration is so satisfying. Seeing a car come in a dud and leave an absolute beauty is one of the best parts of the restoration process. We see a ton of different cars, trucks, hotrods, and American classics, but with so many cars, which are the best to restore? We could make a huge list covering all the vehicles we restore, but for the sake of this blog, we want to talk about our top picks for the best muscle cars to restore.          Chevy Camaro How could we not include such a revolutionary vehicle? The restoration process of a Camaro is so satisfying, given how most of the parts are typically available brand new. Breathing new life into such a classic is such an exciting process, plus, with how popular these cars are, there will always be a demand- meaning when you restore with us, you are getting your money’s worth and then some.      Dodge Charger The Dodge Charger has one of the best styles of any muscle car, making it hi...

The guys at Farm Boy Garage have years of 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 looking for a full custom muscle car restoration shop, count on Farm Boy Garage to 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...

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,...

Summer officially starts in just a few days. We are always excited to see summer come and we can get out our classic cars and muscle cars for a cruise. Just like spring, fall, and winter, the summer months can also be harsh to our rides. That’s why in this week’s blog, Farm Boy Garage will give you some helpful tips on how to protect your car from the summer elements. Keep Your Car Covered Especially in the early summer, we can see some strong storms, heavy rain, and tornados. With the storms, we often see trees uprooted, falling limbs, and hail. All these things can be detrimental to our classic cars, trucks and muscle cars. So, while you are out in your car, always pay attention to where you park. If possible, find a parking garage to keep the car under cover. If no covered parking is available, take a car cover along. While a car cover will not protect from falling limbs or hail is will keep the car protected from small debris and hopefully save your paints finish in a mild ...