Restoration Shop recommendations, Restorations Options

[maj75]

Looking for recommendations for a restoration shop for my ‘71 914. My 914 is very solid and doesn’t need major rust repair. It fairly original with 42000 miles. Came from southwest so paint and rubber need addressed. At my age I don’t want a multi-year project. I want this done and done right. South East would be preferred just for shipping costs, but given the likely expense, shipping costs are minor concern.

Where would (have you) you send your baby?

[Cairo94507]

Hello @maj75 , Given your goal, I would recommend Kent Simmons at Auto Art Customs in Torrance, CA (424) 224-6030. He did all of the metal/body & paint on my car and was also integral to the assembly. If you want to do it once and have it done right, give Kent a call. Good luck with your project regardless.

Now as a cautionary tale, whatever shop you decide upon, please make sure you see some current work they are doing and look at their shop. You don't want to end up going with some guy who may have been good 20 years ago but is now a mere shadow of their former self. If you find a shop, post here and ask if anyone knows them, etc. It costs a bit of money to get these cars right, you don't want to pay to have it done twice.....