Restored with RESTOPARTS: Ryno Built

Enthusiasts within the classic car restoration realm recognize the craftsmanship of Ryan "Ryno" Lieberman, the driving force behind Ryno Built Rod and Custom. His remarkable skill set and a string of stunning projects have made a significant mark in this niche community. At the heart of his recent endeavors lies a partnership with OPGI, where RESTOPARTS® plays a pivotal role. Ryno's collaboration with OPGI brings forth a journey worth sharing—one that resurrects the nostalgia of classic cars in spectacular fashion.…

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Cutlass Revival: Dalton O’Neal’s 2023 SEMA Project

Original Parts Group (OPGI) proudly supports Dalton O'Neal's 2023 SEMA Build – a 1967 Cutlass destined for the Battle of the Builders competition. Following his 1971 AMC Javelin debut last year at SEMA, Dalton is gearing up for another awe-inspiring showcase. With his father, Randy Oneal by his side and under the guidance of Darin Smith of DWS Classics, Dalton's journey in the automotive world is marked by his mentorship and passion for cars. (more…)

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Hemmings Best 32 Cars to Restore: 8 OPGI Classics Featured

Hemmings, a trusted source for car enthusiasts, made a list of the 32 best cars to restore (by Richard Lintenello). What's interesting is that Original Parts Group (OPGI) provides restoration parts and accessories for eight of the cars on that list. Picking these cars, like Hemmings suggests, not only makes fixing them up faster and cheaper, but it also lets you own a piece of history that's easy to work on. (more…)

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Classic Cars in the Electric Era: Navigating the Road Ahead

OPGI Customer Robert Hanebrink 1970 Buick GSX Original Parts Group (OPGI) is here to listen. The growing prominence of electric vehicles (EVs) and their potential influence on classic cars has sparked genuine concern within our community. Your apprehensions are valid, especially given your significant investment in these cherished automotive treasures. The automotive realm is undergoing a profound transformation, and it's only natural to ponder how it might impact your passion. Let OPGI address your concerns and offer insights into this…

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G-Body Classics: A Rebirth of Popularity

Explore the resurgence of G-Body Classics with us and delve into why these iconic vehicles are experiencing a remarkable rebirth of popularity. From their timeless designs to their performance potential, G-Body classics have captured the hearts of automotive enthusiasts around the world. (more…)

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Original or Restomod: The Choice is Yours!

When restoring a GM classic car, enthusiasts encounter a crucial choice: maintain its originality or embark on a resto-mod project blending vintage looks with modern upgrades? This decision fuels spirited debates among car enthusiasts. In this blog, we delve into the merits of preserving authenticity in original classics versus the captivating appeal of resto modding. (more…)

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Original Parts Group: A Recap of Our 40th Year in Restoration

Whether you are a customer, a potential customer, or enjoy following Original Parts Group (OPGI) on social media, you probably know that we hit a huge milestone this year, celebrating 40 years in the restoration business. OPGI has been the supplier of high-quality reproduction parts and accessories for classic GM brand cars these past four decades, here's a recap of our 40th. (more…)

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OPGI attends SEMA 2022

Original Parts Group attended the 2022 SEMA show this past week, exhibiting in our well-known double-decker booth in Central Hall. While we celebrate our return to the premier tradeshow showcasing our new products, two fully restored classics, and two very special guest appearances, OPGI also celebrates 40 years in the restoration business this year. (more…)

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The 34th Annual Seal Beach Classic Car Show

It was another epic turnout at the 34th Annual Seal Beach Classic Car Show, with over 500 Classic Cars and their proud owners lined up on Main and Ocean in Seal Beach, California ready to show and shine. Original Parts Group also took part in the showing and shining, bringing our 1965 Chevelle Malibu and 1967 Buick Skylark to showcase some of our premium quality reproduction parts. (more…)

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Grand National Roadster Show Recap

Original Parts Group was pleased to attend The Grand National Roadster Show last weekend. It was the annual show's 72nd year hosting the longest-running indoor car show in the world. In fact, over 500 show vehicles were on display inside the Fairplex building, including OPGI's 1966 Pontiac GTO, "The Tribute". Take a peek at some of the other rides that we spotted on day one of the three-day-long event. (more…)

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