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…)
We know the Malibu became its own model in 1978, but where did it begin? The Chevelle Malibu was a step up from the base model Chevelle 300 and offered more options. From 1964-'77 the Chevelle Malibu could be found in Sport Coupe, Convertible, 4-door sedan, 6-passenger, and 3-seat wagon. Which model would you choose to restore? (more…)
On Saturday, July 30th 200+ Gm Classic vehicles and their dedicated owners filled the Original Parts Group parking lot to gather in celebration of OPGI's 40th year anniversary. The 2022 Classic Car Show was a huge success with delicious food trucks, vendor booths, and an epic turnout of spectators. See for yourself in our car show recap below. (more…)
In the last video release of Kyle Lindsey's 1969 Chevelle sedan build, Kyle and his partner Joe made great progress getting the body and sheet metal work done. The guys showed the process behind media blasting the body and overall prepping for bodywork and sheet metal replacement to take place. More, recently Kyle switched gears to work on the final look of the 6.0, decking it out with an all-inclusive pulley drive system by Eddie Motorsports. The complete pulley drive…
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…)
Watch Master Mechanic Sam Mahdavi as he continues with his hands-on, informative approach to automotive repair, maintenance, and upgrades in three RESTOPARTS® reproduction installation episodes of Sam's Garage. (more…)
By now, most of you are familiar with YouTube personality Kyle Lindsey aka Saabkyle04, who in between countless restoration projects, building a shop, and renovating his home, has been restoring his wife Christal's 1969 Chevelle Sedan. Check out the post below including videos covering the classic sedan's current progress with a focus on sheet metal replacement. (more…)
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…)
The first vehicle to be featured on the popular show Overhaulin' is going to Barrett Jackson in Scottdale, AZ! For those of you who are unfamiliar with this Custom 1971 Coupe Chevelle and its relationship with Original Parts Group Inc., let us fill you in. Perhaps you may consider making this your ride! (more…)
As Kyle Lindsey aka saabkyle04 continues to crank out how-to content covering every aspect of his '69 Chevelle Restomod build from teardown to an LS swap, we thought we would give you a glimpse of the Chevelle's restoration future. Check out the RESTOPARTS® brand manufactured product that you can expect to see in upcoming how-to's. (more…)
