Re: Just like the factory, period correct, or owner preference?

Posted by jbakerps On 2010/6/9 7:22:42

actually, i agree with all the above thoughts on what a "proper restoration" is. i've always strived to be "period" correct - what was correct for that time in our history. i may not always paint the car the color it came from the factory with, but will only do it in the colors that were available for that model and year. paying customer's do get some input. i will vary is some cases. say the client is wanting a driver or something to tour in, o.k. i'll put on radial tires and adjust the suspension. say the client wants a collector for his museum, then i will go the extra lengths for that more-than-perfect paint job. (of course i still do not do base coat/clear coat finishes. when did you see an original pre-war car with clear coat?) and, there has never been nor ever will be any bondo in my shop! so you know that means going the extra mile in labor.
as time allows, i will post some photos of my inventory of packards and current projects underway. of my favorites is a 52 ford f3 pick-up, unrestored original truck that is my daily driver. bought it from the original owner.

jb