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Restoration vs Resto-Mod vs Customization?

Discussion in 'General Automotive Discussion' started by dougmilbourne, Nov 12, 2008.

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  1. dougmilbourne

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    #1 dougmilbourne, Nov 12, 2008
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    So basically...

    A restoration is using OEM parts, correct interior materials and correct factory paint codes to get the vehicle up to a level for concourse judging.

    A resto-mod is using substitution parts, re-worked internal systems, but with correct factory paint codes and interior materials to allow the vehicle to be parked next to similar makes at a concourse event.

    And customization basically means you are shunned from all car shows that aren't held at strip-mall parking lots.
     
  2. agup48

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    #2 agup48, Nov 12, 2008
    I always thought resto-mods were cars that had stuff on it that wasn't of that era the car was produced. If that makes any sense.
     
  3. Z0RR0

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    #3 Z0RR0, Nov 12, 2008
    There's no real definition set ...

    resto-mod is more like keeping the general styling of the car, but with modern/enhanced components (engine, suspension, brakes). You could somewhat park it next to an OEM car at a very low-end concourse that allows non-original cars.
     
  4. jefffromcanada

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    #4 jefffromcanada, Nov 12, 2008
    The term "resto mod" hasn't been around for that long. I don't think there is a specific definition. Resto mod to me means an older car with modern, newer (current) technology. NOT a V8 stuffed in a car the originally had a 6cyl. For Example a 69 Camaro with 4 wheel disc brakes, Fuel Injection, Big wheels/tires, 5 or 6 speed, updated gauges, etc. Resto Mods all tend to have the same "look". Lowered, big wheels, loud, fast 2 tone paint and......good ones are expensive.

    It makes me laugh when I see some guy selling his 53 Chevy HT that he stuffed a 350ci with headers, Cragar SS wheels and lowered calling it a resto mod.

    To say that a Custom means that you are shunned from all shows except strip mall parking lots is just retarted. Some of the most beatiful cars in the world are customs. Customizing cars is as old as cars are themselves. It was a way to make your vehicle unique, give it it's own personality, and it takes great skill.

    Customs are not for everyone and I've never been a fan of customizing for the sake of customizing. Some customs are hideous, but done right, nothing is more beautiful. 49-51 Mercs are the epitome of the custom car. Guys started shaving, decking, chopping, channeling, noseing, frenching those cars when the were damn near new.
     
  5. Prova7

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    #5 Prova7, Nov 13, 2008
    Unfortunately with most marques that aren't American this is true. I have seen Italian and German car fans for instance threaten others with bodily harm for making changes to their most revered marque.
     
  6. jefffromcanada

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    #6 jefffromcanada, Nov 13, 2008
    True enough...I guess. I wouldn't recommend customizing a 275 GTB or a Miura etc. I also wouldn't suggest showing up at Pebble Beach with some custom, hacked whatever, but the broad statement of if it's custom it's crap, only worthy of parking lot shows is total BS.
     
  7. WILLIAM H

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    #7 WILLIAM H, Nov 13, 2008
    depends on the club, Corvette and Pantera people love mods

    Lots of Ferrari, Maserati clubs dont

    I'm doing my 68 Vette as a resto rod

    I'd like to do a Jag etype roadster, 69 Shelby Mustang, and a 76 Caddy Eldo Conv as resto rods

    I'd love to install an escalade hybrid drive in the Caddy
     

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