Jeff Lilly Restorations Blog

One of the questions we get asked most frequently here at Jeff Lilly’s hot rod shop is “How much will this restoration cost me?” Unfortunately though, this question is very difficult to answer without further knowledge of your project as a whole as each one is unique and requires different things. The one thing we can tell you is that we are fair on labor prices and won’t charge you any hours that aren’t needed.

Some of the factors that are determine the pricing most are your taste and the actual condition of the vehicle you want to restore. Obviously a vehicle that has been treated roughly in the past will cost more than one that is in mint condition and just looking for a few touch ups here and there. For these reasons and more, there is no way for us to have a base price. We base our prices on the actual material cost and hours it will take to complete your job. Of course there is no way to tell exactly how many hours it will take to complete because we never know until we tear into something how much work needs to be completed.

For some ideas on what we can do to your corvette or mustang restoration , check out our hot rod shop online and see our previous work. Our team has been featured on magazines and other publications and is extremely well trained to take on any project. If you find yourself in need of a quality restoration without breaking your bank, simply give us a call and find out what we can do for you.
The upcoming season is almost upon us and we are confident that no other shop will give you the quality that we will provide you.

We know how difficult it is to choose the perfect hot rod shop for your restoration project. As hard as a decision as this is, we are very confident that our hot rod shop is the right choice for you. Whether it be a genuine corvette restoration an authentic mustang restoration do it all with the utmost care and professionalism. First we sit down with you and plan in detail what exactly you want from your car. We keep in mind all of the interior and exterior details and even take care of the paint job for you to ensure you get exactly what you want.

After the initial process is done we begin working on your vehicle. Every single step of the process is documented for your viewing pleasure and our professional staff ensures that everything is restored to original manufacturer standards or better. It does not matter if your car has been sitting in the garage for ages or if you have been driving it for years, we will get your car looking like brand new in no time at all. We have an extensive collection of catalogs and manuals that will allow us to restore each specific part just as it was originally, some of these you can not even find anymore.

Why choose someone else when we will give you the quality you deserve and make sure your car is looking good when it leaves our shop. Call us today and let’s discuss your project. Your satisfaction is completely guaranteed and the call is free. Think about it, your dream car could be only a call away.

As a restoration shop who cares about their customers and people in general who are planning on getting a major project completed, we thought we would tell you a little about things to ask the restoration facility before giving them your precious car to work on.

In our hot rod shop, we are frequently asked the standard questions such as how long have we been in business and how much our shop rate is, but we want to give you some good questions to really find out if the facility you are looking at will give you the best service and restoration for your build.

You want to know that certain things can be performed in house, meaning the shop won’t be sending it out to have the repairs completed. These would include:

• The capability of making machined pieces used to restore and rebuild your project.
• Painting capabilities, make sure all block sanding and paint is done in house to guarantee the best prices and quality work.
• Do they have an upholstery shop?
• Can they repair metal before having it chromed?
• Can they mechanically repair and detail all the parts?

Along with these questions, it’s important to find out how big the facility is where they will be completing these services. If a shop doesn’t have a separate area for each of these different areas of a restoration project, you can’t expect them to give you the best work possible as it is very hard for a painter to give quality work while working in the same area as the upholsterer who will have fibers floating through the air. Well, you get the picture about why you need to take your project to a hot rod shop that has the proper set up for start to finish work, all in house.

At Jeff Lilly Restorations, we can assure you that we meet all of this criteria. Give us a call to talk about your mustang restoration or corvette restoration today!

Are you looking for a professional body shop to take on your corvette restoration? You need not look further once you pull your car into our hot rod shop. The restoration process will be documented for your viewing pleasure both with pictures and online. If your corvette had any previous damage to its panels, they will be replaced completely instead of simply painted over if you so choose. This will assure utmost quality. We will find all mechanical parts that are faulty and either rebuild them or replace them. Also, we take pride in rebuilding these motors. Each and every one of them is rebuilt back to original factory standards or better.

Want your ride looking good on the inside as well? No problem. We make sure to replace everything from dashboards to gauges. Everything that is faulty gets a complete overhaul. Finally, we only use authentic GM Parts or ones that offer the same quality. No cutting corners here, we make sure your ride is back to tip top shape all at an affordable price. Give us a call today and see what we can do for you and your vehicle.

It is the perfect time of the year to get that old mustang out of your garage and into our shop for a serious restoration project. Imagine your old ride transformed using our classic mustang restoration techniques. Your ride could go from complete electrical failure to a sleek and smooth machine in a matter of no time if you trust it with the experts I have assembled over at the shop. We truly know how to get the most out of your car and go through painful detailed processes to make sure everything is in complete working order before we hand you the keys back.
Don’t wait any longer; this is the time to transform your classic into a true hot rod. We will take care of all of the electrical work, engine work, and even paint the car for you if you desire. Most importantly, we do all of our work according to your specifications to assure your full and complete satisfaction. Our prices are very fair as well, you won’t find a more honest hot rod shop to work with. Go ahead and give us a call, you and your old school mustang will appreciate it.

Is your classic ride in need of a little electrical work? Let the pros over at my hot rod shop take care of that for you. Whether it is your mustang restoration project or a corvette restoration project that could use a bit of juice, we can have you up and running in no time.

Anything from Backup Lamp Housings to a complete electrical overhaul, we can get your ride back up to speed at an affordable price. Our work is done by a group of hand picked individuals all trained and held to the highest standards. We take pride in what we do and it shows in our work. We will work with the utmost precision to ensure that your ‘stang or corvette will be running without a problem for years to come.

Why try and do it yourself when you can be guaranteed quality and a smooth ride with the pros over at my hot rod shop. Stop by today and let us revive your ride using only certified parts that will be sure to leave your ride running as smooth as if you just bought it in 1965!

Are you in the market for a mustang restoration? Maybe you have a 65’ Mustang sitting in your driveway that could use some work or you simply want to put a brand new interior on your sweet ride. Whatever you want done, our hot rod shop has you covered.

We will use the highest quality interior panels and instruments to make sure your restoration looks authentic and stylish. Our careful craftsmanship process will ensure for a seamless integration with your existing interior details and will add a flare to your ride like never before. We can do just about anything you can think off! The possibilities are truly endless. All you have to do is sit down with us and let us know what you want; we will take care of the rest.

Have you seen our corvette restorations? Your ride could be the next beauty coming out of our shop.

Don’t worry about breaking your bank either! Our services are very affordable and will suit just about any pocketbook. Who says you can’t have great quality at a good price? Swing by our hot rod shop today and turn your visions for your ride into a reality.

Are you looking for a professional street rod shop to tackle on your restoration project? Look no further than the professional team I have assembled. We have years of experience delivering the best service to our clients and have done numerous restoration projects including corvette restorations and mustang restorations. Our employees take quality very seriously and go the extra mile to make sure that you are satisfied with your new restored vehicle.

Whether it be hot wheels, sleek high performance tires, or a complete body restoration, we will make sure to tailor our work to each and everyone of our client’s tastes. Interested in brand new technology that was recently developed? My guys know them all. If it is out, chances are we can get it done.

Stop by with your ride today and we can give it a look. Let us know what you want and how you want it done and we will deliver. Our employees are trained to comprehend each specific request made by the user to guarantee a unique ride that will fit every individual style.

Try us today; the outcome will certainly speak for itself.

We are very proud of our work here at Jeff Lilly Street Rod Shop. Each and every project is done with the keenest attention to detail to make sure that your ride is looking its best when it leaves our shop.
Although we love every one of our restoration projects, we must admit that working on a Mustang restoration gives us an extra rush of adrenaline. There is nothing like watching one of our classic’s out on the street looking sleeker and faster than ever. More importantly, not too many things can match a satisfied client’s expression when driving around town on their restored Mustang.
If your Mustang needs some work done, we are certain that no one will treat you or your ride better than us. Our staff is committed to do exactly what you want done and will work with you to understand exactly what you are looking for.

The best part is, after we comprehend what you are looking for, we will work tirelessly to make sure that our work meets and exceeds your expectations. The result, one sweet restored Mustang and one satisfied customer. We like the sound of that. Give us a call today at 210-695-5151 and find out what we can do for you and your ride.

I thought I would spend some time talking about a few of our favorite restoration projects over the years. Of course, our corvette restorations have always been one of the shop’s favorites builds, no matter how big of a project they turned out to be. There’s something about a corvette, when you stand back and look at her that just looks complete and everything works together so nicely that to us, it is perfection.

One of the most beautiful projects that comes to my mind is the 58 Corvette, she is a beauty. She’s an excellent example of an early Vette done up to the highest level of restoration. The yellow and white really set off her lines and we all enjoyed working on this one. You can see pictures of the 58 Corvette I am talking about on our main site www.jefflilly.com along with other corvette restorations that we have done in the past.

A quick second favorite would be the Mustang Restorations we have completed in the past. The guys in the Hot Rod Shop always enjoy working on a ’stang no matter what we are doing to it. From complete restorations back to factory condition to a radical custom we have done them all.

We are proud to offer Mustang owners a say in the extra modifications that they want made on their project. We figure if you want it, we’ll build it. We go the extra mile to find out exactly what it is you want, even if you are not sure yourself, give us a call and we will help you figure it out.