Restoration Costs
Because there are many unknown or unforeseen repairs on any restoration project; (for example hidden rust beneath another metal structure), it is not possible to accurately forecast the cost of restoring a vehicle. The true cost is only revealed during the rebuilding process.
It is for this reason that all of our restorations are done on a time/materials basis. Each project will hold its share of unique repair challenges.
Although, a somewhat accurate estimate could be made if the vehicle was first fully disassembled; stripped of all body parts, chrome, glass, suspension, interior, paints and undercoating, etc., every piece inspected, and documented individually, for condition and originality; in addition, after the removal of all paint coatings, old collision damage, body dents and body rust would need to be evaluated. Obviously this disassembly and analysis alone is an expensive venture-especially if the customer decides not go forward with the project.
Remember, the idea of an "inexpensive restoration" is just one of the many myths held by people not fully understanding the true meaning and scope of the word and the Rebuilding process itself.
Auto restoration is not for everyone. The vehicle owner must make a substantial financial commitment before deciding to restore.
For the above reasons, initial cost estimates are simply a best guess proposition.
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