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Q: What is a ballpark price for an "SMC" recreation and how long will the project take?

A: For us to create a show stopping, tire burning monster from a rusted hulk would range from $50,000 to $80,000 plus the cost of your project car(if you don't already have one). We would need at least a year and a half to two years to create the car from start to finish. Adding more things to your project means it will take longer to be finished, but sometimes they are nessicary changes in order to complete your car.

Q: Do you sell unfinished cars or "kits" for someone to finish at home?

A: We do sell partially unfinished cars. We are able to take any project to a specific point, say your stuck with engine placement or you need help with wiring, and you can take it home and finish it your way. We also provide over the phone help for simple problems.

Q: I'm thinking about building a car, should I choose a Muscle Car or a Street Rod?

A: This one is tough for us to answer, because we like both genres equally. If you want to get the most out of your project when you are ready to sell it, it's a trend these days to revamp a Muscle Car. We have seen trends fluctuate between both Muscle Cars and Street Rods thoughout the years, but what it really boils down to is what you personally like in your car.

Q: I am looking for someone to do a rendering of my project car so I have a rough idea of what it might look like, could you suggest anyone?

A: Congrats on your new project! With all the very talented artists out there that already have thier signs up it's a pretty daunting task to choose the right one. We use several different people for renderings, but our main rendering man is in house. He does a great job with graphics and incorporates your ideas while producing an overal professional rendering you'll be proud of. If you would like more information on renderings, please feel free to contact us.