Farm Boy Garage

Chevrolet has over the years continually produced top performing and some of the most highly regarded vehicles distributed. We at Farm Boy Garage are HUGE Chevy fans and feel that most of their products are worth the money. When looking back on some of the historical muscle cars that have made an impact in the history of Chevy, we're always reminded of one of our favorites: The Chevy Nova! This week, we're sharing with you a bit of info on these gorgeous compact muscle cars and giving them the recognition they deserve! The Creation of Chevy Nova In the 1960s, Chevy executives made the push for a budget friendly 'basic' car to be released and out on dealership lots as quickly as possible. This urgency left very little time for designers to focus on details or throw around ideas, making the 'Chevy II' the fastest car development process in history. In just a short 18 month period after approval, the first Nova rolled off the assembly line. To help speed the...

Fall is one of the best times to get out and check out some of the local car shows throughout Iowa! As our last attempt to take in the beautiful weather before the winter weather requires us to put our classic rides up for the season, car enthusiasts are more than likely looking for any car show they can find. Get ready to mark your calendars, because  Farm Boy Garage  is sharing with you some of the upcoming car shows in Iowa that you can still check out this fall. September Car Shows Throughout Iowa Friday, September 21 Jefferson Street Cruise - Burlington Odd Rod's Cruise Night - Oelwein Culver's Cruise In - Clinton Classic Enterprises Cruise - Cedar Rapids Saturday, September 22 AYR Days Car Show - Mount AYR Bobber's Car Show - North Liberty Hog Wild Car Show - Dension Dixon Fire Dept Show - Dixon Sunday, September 23 St. Aquinas Car Show - Webster City Hotrods for a Cure Car Show - Clinton Prairie City Car Show - Prairie City Tuesday, Septembe...

The Farm Boy Garage staff has a vast amount of experience with restoring and repairing all makes and models of muscle cars and classic trucks. Plus, we are experts in providing exceptional customer service like you won't find anywhere else! When you trust Farm Boy Garage with your vehicle restoration project, you become part of the family, and we take care of our family! 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 repai...

This week, Farm Boy Garage has been busy with the 2018 IMCA Super Nationals in Boone, Iowa. We're camping out all week long and we're super stoked to be a sponsor for Brandon Dale this year! Here's a little information about the Super Nationals, as well as the Northern SportMod Brandon's tearing up some track with this week. A Little Info on the Super Nationals “Super Nationals is the biggest event in the world for the weekly dirt track racer so the local track theme is something that allows racers to bring a piece of home with them,” said IMCA Marketing Director Kevin Yoder. “Racers are proud of their local IMCA sanctioned dirt track and we want them to highlight that. This is also a contest with a lot of latitude. Designs can and should be unique but drivers and graphics design­ers have to remember that required decals must be incorporated,” he added. “There are a lot of ex­tremely imaginative people in this field and I look forward to seeing what they come up w...

At Farm Boy Garage , Bryan's employee selection is unlike any other. Not only does his employees need to be experts in what they do, but they also need to have great personalities, excellent customer service skills, and be an overall good person. It's not just the people that Bryan requires these characteristics from, though. These characteristics are especially important for our shop dog, Cuda! This week, we're introducing to you our beloved Cuda, and sharing with you a little history of the pit bull breed. Meet Our Shop Dog, Cuda! Cuda is a 3-year-old silver pit bull. Bryan rescued Cuda from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in 2017. Cuda’s duties around the shop include sleeping on her comfy leather chair in the office and she is Farm Boy Garage’s Foreman. She acts as Bryan’s eyes when he is not around to ensure everyone is working, safe and happy. When Cuda is not at the shop you might find her in the pond behind the shop playing with the frogs. Cuda loves to be ...

At Farm Boy Garage , we love all things GM, especially Corvettes! So when we heard about the 2019 Corvette ZR1, you know that got our hearts racing! It also got us thinking back on previous Corvettes that have stood the test of time and made a huge impact in the world of muscle cars. So, this week, we're rolling out our list of some of the greatest Corvettes ever built! Check it out: 1967 Corvette Sting Ray L88 Winner of the 1967 NHRA A/Sports Nationals at Indianapolis, the 1967 Corvette Sting Ray L88 represented the final evolution of the original vision of the Corvette: small and luxurious, but lethal on the tracks. The drivetrain is where this car really starts to become its own hero versus the smaller-engined versions that are far more common. One of only 20 road-going versions produced, this 427-cubic-inch, big block V8 was quoted at the time as producing 430 horsepower. Through the M22 "rock crusher" transmission, many unofficial tallies put the horsepower c...

Owning a muscle car or classic truck is a joy all in itself. Like any other collectible, it’s essential that you take extra care to preserve its beauty and functionality, especially after having it restored! At  Farm Boy Garage , we want to share some tips with you on  maintaining your classic ride  properly to help you keep your ride looking its best after having it fully restored by yours truly. Take a look: Keep it Covered When you're not driving it, you should always have your classic 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. Being proactive about protecting...