We love classic cars in general
but specially old trucks…
Classic cars and old trucks gave us the idea for this blog. Now we can have some fun with it, find other people who also love old pickups and exchange points of view, information on parts, restoration tips, etc.
We are based in Miami, Florida, USA. Journalism is our profession and we also have a long experience in translation and interpretation involving five languages. We have traveled through many countries and have seen a lot!
We have many stories to tell and have learned almost everything there is to learn about old pickups. American made antique vehicles can be found all over the world and the Internet allows us to keep in touch with their owners and with people who love them.
Our 1954 Chevy model 3100 has just been restored for the second time in 15 years and we will be driving it to a few car shows and swap meets in the near future. Maybe we’ll see you in one of these events.
Another reason why I decided to publish this page was my experience with the restoration of my truck. I have made some mistakes and would like to put this experience to the service of other old truck owners who need to restore their trucks. It is important for me to advise you and to warn you against the mechanics out there who will offer to restore your truck but should never have a chance to touch it. Classic cars and trucks are very different from modern cars and although the guy may be a good mechanic with modern cars he will have problems with your old truck if he has never done a restoration before.
The most important advice I can give is this: look for a professional restorer who can show you his/her previous work. Don’t trust anybody who just says he/she can do what you want. It may look like you’re saving money but you will actually be throwing your money away. Don’t to that. If you can’t afford to do what has to be done, wait until you can do it and never leave your truck in the hands of somebody who is only after your money and doesn’t care about your passion for your truck. Make sure you are dealing with someone who knows what to do.
If money is your problem you can look for a professional restorer who can do the work in installments, so to speak. Do the drive train first, then the body work, then the paint and after that the interior. Whatever, as long as your truck is in the hands of somebody who really knows what to do.
One final word: we are not associated in any way with any of the companies mentioned in this Website. Their links are here only to inform our visitor and to allow him(her) to surf through the realm of old trucks on the Internet and learn more about classic trucks, new and used parts and what goes on in the restoration scene.
So, welcome and make yourself at home in our website.
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