Earlier this month Peter Barwick stopped by the OPGI showroom to pick up a convertible slide rail for his Pontiac. After speaking with Peter we came to find out that this vehicle was one of one, made special for a GM executive and originally finished in a 1965 Cadillac color! (more…)
Original Parts Group sponsors a handful of some amazing builds each year, and this 1970 Chevelle was irresistible. Not only are we a huge fan of the man behind this build, Bryan Fuller of Fuller Moto, but we are also fans of the NFL. This Chevelle belongs to none other than Tight End, #87 Jared Cook of the New Orleans Saints. (more…)
Earlier this month Original Parts Groups ‘66 GTO made a safe and sound return from Franklin, Tennessee where it was being worked on and filmed over a few episodes of Powernation TV’s Detroit Muscle. Marc and Tommy handled a little bit of exterior and some interior as well as the installation of the convertible top with some assistance from Mac McDonald of Wyotech. (more…)
While the body of our project vehicle was away getting metal work done, we received several parts from our awesome vendors. Take a look at the many components that went onto our 1966 GTO. (more…)
If you’re building a project or just working on the one you’ve already built, what could be more indispensable than tools to work with? How about a personal guide that knows every square inch of your car and can show you where everything is and how it all goes together. Service manuals—those big books used in dealerships in the day are those guides, and you’d be almost crazy not to own one for (more…)
We all know how frustrating it can be when a part that you need for your project is on back order, which is why OPGI is happy to announce that some of our most popular parts are back in stock! First, we have our 1966-67 Chevelle left and right rear quarter patch panels – sold individually, or as a convenient pair. These stamped steel panels are a direct replacement for the lower rear quarter panel and wheel well area. Our…
More than just another General Motors (GM) brand, over the last 50 years the Cadillac nameplate has become synonymous with the highest possible levels of style, luxury and quality in the automotive marketplace. While other top tier automakers like Rolls Royce, Bentley, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes (and others) have long shared domination of the European marketplace, here in the United States Cadillac stands alone at the top of the hill. (more…)
Original door handles and exterior mirrors are components that are always exposed to the elements and as a result, they often look far more battered and worn than the rest of your classic GM car, especially if the final paint and body work has already been completed. Interior door handles, window cranks and mirrors can take a lot of abuse too, and they can also look pretty worn out inside an otherwise immaculately restored interior. Although preserving original General Motors…
When Original Parts Group Inc. (OPGI) started working with the guys from HOT ROD Garage on the 1970 Chevelle SS 454 tribute car known as “The Executive Chevelle,” the project broke new ground. The Chevelle was built from the start as a modified car using aftermarket parts and as such was the first vehicle in the OPGI fleet that was not built out as a 100%, factory-spec restoration. At the time, the stated purpose of the project was “To create…
Restoration of a classic car is usually performed in steps. After you’ve overhauled the drivetrain and made the exterior look perfect, a good next step would be getting passionate about the level of creature comforts you have planned for the interior. How your car sounds is an important aspect of that comfort and we’re not talking about the roar of your engine through the exhaust - we’re talking about entertaining sounds, the kind that should be emanating from your car…
