With an 8-inch stretch, diesel power, and an aluminum body, this Toyota is ready for everything from towing and rock crawling to vehicle recovery.
After: 1963 Toyota FJ40
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After: 1972 BMW 2002
Left to rust in the jungles of Hawaii after a major front-end collision, this BMW is once again ready to stretch its 1,990-cc engine. Modern enough to serve as a comfortable daily driver, the 2002 is just as at home cruising the highway.
Minor Tweaks: 1953 MG TD
The MG TD is a charming early-1950s British roadster that blends prewar styling cues with more modern suspension and drivability.
Accumulated: 1977 Mercedes 450SL
On the Mercedes-Benz 450SL, the fuel accumulator helps maintain steady fuel pressure in the injection system, especially during hot starts. It smooths out pressure fluctuations by storing fuel under spring pressure, preventing vapor lock and rough running.
The Brown Cat: 1973 Jaguar XKE
The 1973 Jaguar XKE, part of the Series III lineup, featured a muscular new 5.3-liter V12 that transformed the iconic E-Type into a smoother, more refined grand tourer. While purists debate its added weight and safety bumpers, it remains a striking blend of timeless Jaguar styling and effortless V12 performance.
Painted: 1972 BMW 2002
Now painted in the original shade of Inka Orange the BMW 2002 is ready for reassembly.
Five Speed Mod: 1972 Triumph GT6
In order to install the Ford T9 five speed gearbox the transmission tunnel needed to extended about four inches. The implications of this are that hand brake lever will also have to moved rearward and several of the carpeting pieces will have to be altered from the stock configuration.
Most Refined: 1964 Austin Healey 3000
The 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 featured the 2.9-liter inline-six producing about 148 horsepower, giving it strong torque and effortless highway performance. It was also the first year of the Mk III (BJ8), introducing a more luxurious interior with a walnut dash, roll-up windows, and a revised grille.
After: 1973 Jensen Interceptor
With it’s flared wheel arches, frenched in lights, and custom interior the Jensen Interceptor is ready to take it’s 412 hp, 478 ft-lb, 440 ci engine to the streets of the Northwest United States.
Painted: 1972 Triumph GT6
Now in the proper Pimento Red body color this Triumph GT6 is ready for reassembly.
First Year Fastback
In September 1964 Ford released the third body style for the mustang, the fastback 2+2. September was also the month that cars of the new model year were released so all fastbacks built in 1964 are considered cars of the 1965 model year. This example is now back on the road after many years of storage.
After: 1966 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
The frame off restoration of this 1966 Ford Mustang GT Convertible is completed and wears the one year only color code U described as Tahoe Turquoise.
The Spanish Rover
This 1990 Santana Land Rover Defender came in for a full going through before being sent to live in Hawaii. The Land Rover Santana was a Spanish-built version of the original British Land Rover, produced under license by Metalúrgica de Santa Ana (later known as Santana Motor) from the late 1950s until the early 1990s. Initially, Santana assembled Series II Land Rovers from kits but quickly began producing vehicles with locally sourced parts and unique modifications suited to Mediterranean, African, and Latin American markets.
After: 1970 Pontiac GTO
The frame off restoration of this single owner 1970 Pontiac GTO in Atoll Blue Poly has been completed and is ready to be driven away for it’s next fifty years on the road.
A must read article from our friend Colin Comer.
Little Red Pickup: 1951 Willys Pickup
The 1951 Willys Pickup was a rugged, no-nonsense work truck that borrowed its toughness from Willys’ wartime Jeep heritage. With available four-wheel drive and simple, durable mechanicals, it earned a reputation for going places and doing jobs other trucks of the era couldn’t.
Last Patch: 1972 Triumph GT6
There’s only one last patch in the bodywork, and once that’s finished, this Triumph GT6 will again have a solid body.
1972 Rupp RMT 80
Rupp Industries was an American manufacturer founded in 1959 by Mickey Rupp in Mansfield, Ohio. The company quickly gained recognition for producing high-performance recreational vehicles, including minibikes, go-karts, snowmobiles, and later, dirt bikes and three-wheelers. This minibike is now ready for riders after sitting for decades without use.
After: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
After a full nut and bolt restoration with a whole new floor and rear quarters the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible is finished and ready to go back to its owner of 66 years.
First but not the last electric car to be put on the DynoJet.
Eliana made a pit stop at Skunk River Restoration to preform a final dyno test before heading off to race!!
Thank you so much Skunk River Restorations for making this happen!
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