Our focus here at Back from the Dead Restorations is on producing the best restoration job on your Mustang, Camaro, Street Rod, Classic Car, or Street Rod restoration. We do this by delivering a high quality, attractive, mechanically reliable, safe vehicle equipped with all parts properly installed from a combination of high quality reproduction, dependable aftermarket replacement, and Genuine Original service replacement parts.
Show cars would have all correct (original equipment manufacturer) dated coded components, be detailed and refined to “like new” or “showroom” condition. To take a Street restoration to Show level be preparing to add another 20-35% to the basic restoration cost. Of course each restoration project varies, depending on the specific car model’s optional equipment, what the current mechanical condition is in and the degree of wear/deterioration of the vehicle.
A Full Vehicle Restoration will break down into:
Description of Work Groups Total Cost %
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Body work, sheet metal & exterior paint.....................29%
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Engine, drive train & exhaust...............................22%
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Frame, floor & cowl reconstruction..........................19%
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Interior & soft trim (upholstery, carpet & trim)............10%
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Chassis (steering parts) braking, suspension & tires........10%
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Wiring (battery, ignition, lights, lamps, & instruments).....5%
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Finish Parts (chrome, trim, emblems & weather-strips)........5%
Overview
Depending on the actual physical condition and the existing mechanical condition of the vehicle, it may take a significant investment to restore a classic Mustang or any other classic vehicle to the current professional standards. I hope this outline give some insight & answers to your restoration questions. Any additional areas of interest or questions about payment terms can be directed to Back from the Dead Restoration Shop by phone or email. Thanks–we look forward to helping you with your needs!