What To Watch For
Signs You Should Book
Common Symptoms
- Project car needs mechanical sorting or repair
- Build has unfinished systems or lingering issues
- You want a restoration-minded shop that understands old-school complexity
- You need a shop that can diagnose custom or non-standard setups
- You want honest conversation before diving into the work
Why It Matters
Old iron doesn't forgive sloppy work. Parts are scarce, the wiring is older than most mechanics, and every shortcut somebody took decades ago is still hiding in the car. A build deserves someone who sorts it system by system — fuel, charging, brakes, chassis — and respects what the car is worth when it's done right.
The Process
How The Work Gets Done
From Symptom to Fix
- Review the project scope and current condition
- Identify mechanical, electrical, and drivability needs
- Prioritize the work so the project moves sensibly
- Complete approved repairs and restoration-related tasks
- Recheck operation and build quality as the project progresses
What You Can Expect
- Restoration work requires patience and mechanical judgment
- Unusual projects and custom setups
- Straight talk about scope, priorities, and reality
- Pairs well with performance and electrical troubleshooting
Worth Knowing
What Matters Most
Project cars rarely have one neat problem. The work is planned as a system (fuel, ignition, cooling and wiring) so each step moves the car forward.
Next Step
Talk to Tony
Call or text
Where
By appointment at Tony’s workshop in Bayshore Ranch, Fort Myers. Won’t start? Ask about pickup.
FAQ
Common Questions
Do you work on custom or older project vehicles?
Yes. Project and restoration-minded work is part of the shop identity.
Can you diagnose issues on a partially finished build?
Yes. That is often where the real value is.
Is restoration work by appointment too?
Yes. Appointment scheduling matters even more on project jobs.