Story and Photos by Dean Washington

During the process of restoring a vehicle, there are a number of decisions you make that can cause your hair to fall out. Should I go with an automatic or manual transmission? What kind of wheel-and-tire package should I choose? Both tough decisions, but in my opinion, neither of these or any other, for that matter, you will make along the way compare to choosing the exterior colour. There are just so many things to consider as you begin looking at the seemingly endless amount of paint chips available. I don’t know how long I spent looking them over before realizing I really didn’t like any of them. Then I met the boys at “The Little Shop That Could” named RODZ Custom Motorcars in Maple Ridge B.C., and everything changed from there on out.

RODZ is a small shop specializing in restorations and custom paint, operated by longtime bodyman and painter Chris Radke, who grew up in the area. RODZ, which can only be described as controlled chaos, was taken over last summer by Radke and has enjoyed steady growth as the shop floor is stuffed with classic Corvettes, Mustangs and even a dune buggy or two awaiting restoration or repair. When I met with Radke, I explained that I wanted to paint the Shovelle the same green as the artist’s rendering because the car was already green and being a budget build, it would save a considerable amount of money by not doing a complete colour change. I went on to explain how I had been unsuccessful at finding the colour that looked remotely close to the rendering. That’s when he introduced me to his longtime friend, Randy “The Colour God” Vickers.

Also a bodyman and painter by trade, Vickers works for a large bodyshop chain by day but loves coming by some nights and weekends to lend a hand and bang on the same sheet metal they did in their youth. As soon as I showed Vickers the rendering of the car, you could see his mind jump into gear. Off to the colour sample rack he went, going in and out of the building trying to see how each example looked in different light in search of the perfect match. After an hour or so of back and forth he turned to me and said “Give me till Monday and I will find the right one for you.”

A few days later, I stopped by the shop and he looked at me with a big grin and said “I got it!” We went outside and he showed me how this sample changed colours from brilliant to dark depending which way you held it up to the light, and I knew right then he had nailed it. The colour: Emerald Fire which can be found on the 2007-10 Jaguar line. To the untrained eye, it looks like it has metallic flake in it, but I was quickly corrected by Radke and Vickers that it was pearl I was seeing and there was no metallic present at all. They went on to inform me that metallic was the eighties and the Emerald Fire would not only make the car look fantastic, but give this forty-year-old a modern look.

Now, as you may recall, our project started out pretty straight, so other than having to fix our little shop accident, the bodywork should be fairly straightforward. So after a quick stop at Gasoline Alley to pick up some new sheet metal, grille and bumper for the front end, Radke got to work filling in any problem areas. There were a few surprises such as the roof area behind the rear side windows, but all-in-all the car was pretty solid. After filling and sanding these areas, it was time to lay down a coat of Sikkens grey base primer, primer filler, a final sand with 400 grit and then the epoxy sealer which hides any imperfections plus provides a solid ground coat.

Next, Radke did some experimental mixing to come up with the titanium colour, and then sprayed down the side of the car that the stripe design would occupy. Then the fun began, as Radke and Vickers painstakingly laid out the design on the front quarters and doors. It was quite something to witness them using simply quarter inch masking tape and some paper to create and duplicate our accent design. After masking off the stripes, Radke began to spray the first of four base coats of Sikkens. From there, the masking was removed off the stripes and three coats of Sikkens clear were then applied, really bringing the Emerald Fire to life.

Our budget for paint and body was set at $8,000 and I am happy to report that the total bill from RODZ was $6,000 which included the new Cowl Induction hood. Since we came in under budget, we decided to pick up a new replacement rear bumper (as the front was replaced in the insurance claim) and right inner fender which ran us $600 from Gasoline Alley, bringing the total to $6,600 for paint and bodywork...not too bad at all!

The whole job turned out fantastic thanks to the care and attention of the RODZ crew. They can be reached at 604-460-6681 if you would like additional information on this part of the build.

THE COMPANY LINE:

Background: REB Auto was founded in 1970 by Rick Bartok. After learning his trade in automotive metal work, Rick opened his shop, first in North Vancouver, specializing in custom hot rod restoration and rebuilding. Now in Surrey, Bartok lends his unique metal shaping and fabricating skills to save classic vehicles and hot rods from the ravages of time.

PP: So, it’s obvious by the surroundings of your shop here that you are a metalwork man. How did you get your start?

RB: In the mid ‘60s, I moved to Prince George for four years to work with two older fellows, who taught me to lead and do a lot of stuff the old way, work you just don’t see anymore. They would give me work, then laugh at it when I was done, but I learned quite a bit from them. I then went to work for a time down in Vancouver with Dave Williams’ body shop. They only did metal work, leading and lacquer which I learned by working with their old school body men. They liked me there, so continued to teach the skills I needed, and that’s how I learned my craft. But it’s something I continue to learn throughout the years, and I’m still learning new things today.

PP: So you specialize in the metal and body work. Is that all you do here?

RB: Well, I don’t do mechanical, upholstery or glass any more. I feel it’s better to stay with what you know, specializing in your own field. Others may be jacks-of-all-trades, they can do everything, but nothing perfect. I also try to educate my customers; I walk them through what I do, the different stages that I take and the difference between restoration and rebuilding. It’s important that they realize what I do, how I do it, and that I won’t deviate from my job. And they also need to be just as committed, to follow through with the project.

PP: Seeing all the special tools you use to manipulate the metal by hand, and watching you work the metal into shape, would you say your skills are a dying art?

RB: Well, it is a changing world. You can go out and buy body parts, but they never seem to fit, they’re not the same quality and the metal isn’t the same. Buying these off-shore parts, you work harder to do cheaper work. I prefer to rework the old metal. Or if someone wants something custom, I don’t glue parts of other cars onto my projects. I build them from scratch, I shape the metal to the car to give it the look my customer is looking for. I love changing the design of a car with metal.

PP: So do you work with the metal to the point you don’t need to use filler?

RB: If someone can afford it, thats what I prefer. With the needs of the customer changing and the way the economy swings, you go so far with metal, then the customer will dictate when to do the rest with filler. Going all the way with metal gives me the greatest sense of achievement though.

PP: What project would you say you’re most proud of?

RB: Designing and building the cab of a 1940 Ford Pick-up. I think it’s a pretty rare piece by any standard. The achievement in building this vehicle has been immense. It’s something I’ve been working on for two years now. The cab has been totally rebuilt being stretched, widened and chopped. I’ve completely reworked the front end, adding little accents that have gone unnoticed. I had some guys come in wanting to be sure the truck was going to be kept original, when in fact I had completely customized every square inch, and they left not knowing any better.

PP: To have classic enthusiasts fooled into thinking the truck is original despite such major changes, that’s got to be a huge compliment to your work.

RB: I didn’t quite know how to take it at the time, but I consider that one of my best compliments. They thought it was an original vehicle, when it was totally customized. If you do it tastefully, its hard to detect to the untrained eye, so to fool a trained eye, that means I’ve done something right.

PP: If you could build any car for yourself, what would you build?

RB: I would like to create an old hot rod, a Model T or A. I would totally customize it with six- or eight-foot fenders to my own shape, and a custom roadster body. I think that would be a great challenge. Then I think I would power it with a Chevy V8 or maybe even an old Chrysler Hemi.

It’s no secret that 2009 was a particularly hard year for all concerned with the auto industry. Despite the hardships, Gasoline Alley was able to survive thanks to the dedication of their customers, and the need for Do-It-Yourself parts. Thats what Gasoline Alley is all about. Whether it be body parts, interior pieces, trim, or mechanical bits and pieces, Gasoline Alley stocks or has access to everything from that hard to find bolt, to entire frames for domestic vehicles built from 1947 to 2010. Top level customer service, industry experience, hardware knowledge and customers that have stayed true to the company have allowed Gasoline Alley to endure the hard times.

Along with Ken and his wife Colleen at the helm of the company, Terra Puffer and Bob Hayward who are working the counters, both extremely knowledgeable and helpful in getting you the parts you need. Terra has been with Gasoline for 8 years now, while Bob has been in the business for 30 years, with extensive knowledge of the parts he now recommends. That type of experience means you know you are in good hands, giving the customer confidence that Gasoline Alley have all the “latest and greatest” parts and techniques and can pass that knowledge on to you.

However, not everything is the same from a year ago. A new company strategy means that Ken and Colleen have moved the company in a new direction, starting most importantly with the shops location. Location, location, location is the chant of good business owners everywhere, and Gasoline Alley have now moved closer to their core customer market in the lower mainland. Situated in the industrial complex at the north end of the all-new Golden Ears bridge in Maple Ridge, Gasoline Alley is now easier to get to than ever before. Surrey, Langley, Abbotsford and Mission are all well known for housing the majority of classic domestic car owners. And if you still can’t get to them, they will ensure the parts get to you, even if they have to personally deliver them themselves. While the lower mainland makes up a large part of the business, Gasoline Alley also ships all over Canada.

Gasoline Alley isn’t just for car lovers, as an ever increasing portion of the business has been turning towards restoring and customizing trucks as well. As such Gasoline Alley can be just as helpful to the truck owner. But it’s not just the backyard mechanic that relies of Gasoline Alley, hot rod shops, body shops, insurance agencies and even the movie industry also works closely with the company. However, if you are a backyard mechanic in need of some new parts, Gasoline Alley will be celebrating their new home by offering up to 50% off almost all in stock items.

Whether you need to finish off your build with that hard to find piece of trim, replace a rusted out body panel or simply need some routine maintenance items, Gasoline Alley is your one stop shop for classic and American muscle parts. Check out their new location at #7-11720 Stewart Crescent Maple Ridge BC, or www.gasolinealleyclassiccarparts.com. Or you can contact the crew at, gasalley1@aol.com or give them a call at 604-460-2884, toll free at 1-800-663-8128.

Powerama Motoring Expo...A New Era
After 25 years of producing Western Canada’s largest collector car and motorsport show, Liz Oglu has given the keys to the Electric Car Garage, Western Canada’s largest collector car auction company. Although the registration has officially changed hands, Oglu will still be sitting in the driver’s seat for 2010 with her responsibility as Show Manager. As in previous years, the show will fill the halls of Northlands Park (now known as Edmonton Expo Centre), where construction has finally been completed. The show will be filled with hundreds of show cars, trucks, motorcycles, entertainment and vendor booths. Appearing at this year’s show for the first time is Pete Chapouris of SoCal, builder of the famous hot rod “The California Kid.” He will be at the show the entire weekend signing autographs and talking to attendees. Of course, it wouldn’t be Powerama without Alberta’s Biggest Swap Meet that returns to the main floor for 2010. The show runs Friday to Sunday, April 23 to 25 and tickets are available at the door or through Ticketmaster. For more information please go to www.powerama.ca

Auctions and Swap Meets
This is definitely the time of year to either pick up parts or purchase the car of your dreams. The Sukanen Museum Swap Meet & Hobby Show in Moose Jaw, Sask. and the Sun Valley Swap Meet in Vernon, B.C. both go the weekend of March 27. In April, there are several swap meets including the 46th Portland Swap Meet in Portland, Oregon; the 29th Mount Vernon Swap Meet, Mt. Vernon, Washington; the Classic & Vintage Swap & Show in Tsawwassen B.C.; the Golden Ears VCCC Swap Meet in Maple Ridge, B.C.; the British Car Restoration Fair & Boot Sale in Saanichton, B.C., and of course, the 41st Annual Red Deer Swap Meet at the Westerner Park in Red Deer, Alberta. If you are more inclined to purchase, there are two big auctions being held the weekend of April 23 in both Alberta and B.C. The Collector Car Group (www.thecollectorcargroup.com) will be under the roof inside of the Olympic Oval in Calgary with a huge selection of vehicles up for grabs, many of them without a reserve. On the coast, the Electric Garage (www.TheElectricGarage.com) will put on their first auction in the Lower Mainland at the B.C. Classic & Custom Car Show, offering a wide range of custom and restored vehicles.

Vehicle

Owner:
Ken Monro of
Brandon, Manitoba

About the Car:
Purchased from a farmer in Saskatchewan who had just put it outside for the winter after buying a new tractor, Monro convinced him to hold it for him until spring when he could pick it up. It was in great shape other than rocker panels and hood. It came with the original 327 engine, in great running condition, has stock disc brakes and 15 inch rally wheels and was repainted the factory correct Daytona blue with white stripes. Interior is brand new from RPM. He is constantly striving to make this car the perfect muscle car in his eye. Possible future upgrades would include new torq thrust wheels and possible cam swap. Purchased a 4 speed standard trans to convert it for more fun driving.

2007 Mustang Shelby GT500, 5.41 supercharged, 500hp, 6spd, 41,000kms, white w/blue stripes, 1000w stereo, 18" whls, $50,000 obo. Call 204-795-6569.

1996 Z28 Camaro LT1, fully loaded, Corvette motor, 300hp, 335lb torque, with performance pkg option, 84,000 km's, $12,900 obo. Call 250-479-6303.

1991 GT Cobra Mustang conv, 144,000km's, all orig, exc cond, 5.0L manual, a/c, alloy whls, cass, p/m, p/s, p/w, alarm, stock, show car, Pony rims, runs & drives well, serious buyers only, $15,000 obo. Call 403-700-2068.

1986 Buick Regal T-type, rolling chassis, complete except eng, trans, hood (selling less 9" Ford & rolling stock), ultimate sm tire st G-body avail, no cage, high end hardware, 18,750 orig miles, $14,900. Call 250-738-0530.

1986 El Camino, 305 auto, air, cruise, tilt, 15 x 7 Ralley whls, BFG G force radials, bdy is straight, edges gd & no rust, $13,000. Call 604-435-5702.

1985 Trans Am, 70,000 kms, 305 4spd, exc orig cond, $8,500. Call 250-833-8995.

1985 Chev Short box 350/700R4 tilt, pwr, windows & locks, buckets, floor shift, custom int, Billet grille, $8,000. Call 250-833-0664.

1983 Oldsmobile Cutlas Cruiser, Woody wagon, 305 4 barrel, low kms, 2nd owner, burgundy on burgundy, pwr wind, a/c, new brks/ muffler & cat, all orig, has collector plates, $6,000 obo. Call 604-939-6350.

1982 Honda Prelude conv, 1 of 100 built for Honda Dealers, very rare in exc cond, collector plate, new top, upholstery, brakes, tires & more, red in color, drive anywhere, $7,900. Call 604-996-5646.

1981 Chev 4x4 short box P.U., paint & bdy mech A-1, 350 auto, nds nothing, must see, $17,000. Call 604-377-3849.

1981 Chevrolet El Camino V6 auto, p/s, p/b, R134a a/c, cruise, tilt, 42,000 orig miles, Southern USA car, no rust ever, all orig, 2nd owner, must see, $9000 obo. Call 204-857-3556.

1981 Chevy S/B, 350 eng, lowered, black, 8" Ralley whls, JVC stereo, $4,500 obo. Call 604-538-2184.

1980 Camaro Z-28, 95000Km, 350 auto, shift kit, headers, air shocks, loaded, all orig, never winter driven, very clean w/newer paint, appraised value, $16,800(2007),asking $12,500. Call 250-838-9611.

1976 Firebird Esprit, stock 350 2bbl, turbo 350 w/Transgo kit, 2.5" dual exhaust w/X-pipe & TA exh tips, T/A sway, Koni shocks, p/s, p/b, p/w, tilt, red/red, very solid, complt stock appearing w/1" drop, $3,900 obo. Call 778-977-2041.

1974 El Camino, fact 454 turbo 400, swivel buckets, fl shift console, order car, reblt motor/tranny, 3" flowmaster 44 series, 15" centerlines solid, blue/blk, $6,500. Call 250-364-2632.

1973 Corvette coupe, #'s match, 350 V-8, 4 spd, blk lthr int, orig wheels, drives great, very good shape, flawless body, firm at $25,000. Call 250-493-6877.

1972 Grand Torino, 4dr pillared HT, 31,175 orig miles, new tires, drk blue, 302 eng, $4,250. Call 204-638-8112.

1970 Oldsmobile 98, 4dr HT, 98,000 orig miles, 455 cu in, TH400, great shape, $3,600 obo. Call 778-228-3866.

1970 Olds Ralley 350, yellow, buckets w/console, complt car, $6,500. Call 204-655-3483.

1970 Ford Mustang Grande, reblt solid cam 351 Cleveland, polished C4 trans, chrome 9" rear end, lthr uphol, new PRC alum rad, elect fan, 2nd owner(25yrs), 106 miles, apprased at $35,000. asking $22.000 obo. Call 604-862-8804.

1970 Nova SS 350 4spd, beige on beige, all orig, has collector plates, same owner since '87, $27,000, serious inq's only. Call 604-939-6350.

1970 Mercury Cougar, 351 Cleavland, over $20,000 invested, asking $17,000 obo. Call 604-580-3570.

1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340cu in 4spd, complt prof rotisserie, resto complt 1100 miles ago, new everything, scored 97.6 out of 100, complt detail inside/out & underneath, over $65,000 invested asking 47,500. Call 204-785-2516.

1969 Chevy C-10 step side 350, 450hp, turbo 400, 3200 stall, well built, more info & pic's avail, $12,500. Call 604-275-9030.

1969 Lincoln Continental Sedan, suicide 4drs, rebuilt 460 eng, 365HP, black lthr int, re-chromed front & rear bumpers, Mica Emerald green, black vinyl top, 95% restored, $12,500 obo. Call 204-638-8112.

1968 GMC P.U., red/orange & white, new trim pkg, new, new, new, $20,000 tuned, Marty. Call 250-355-2370.

1967 Plymouth Belvedere GTX, cloned, 440 727 auto, 8 3/4 rear, 319 posi, fresh blk paint, $25,999. Call 604-535-5509.

1967 Camaro 454, 4 spd auto, centrelines, lots done to eng, 2 1/2" exh, adj shocks, frnt disc, steel cowl hood, yellow on black, daily driver in summer, no rust, gd bdy, well built, reliable, $22,000. Call 604-526-4343.

1966 Olds Cutlass, 2dr, buckets, 350 auto, rocket, B.C. registered, $6,000. Call 250-212-4140.

1966 Chevy Corvair 500, 2dr HT, Madiera Maroon w/red int, 4 spd, 40,000 miles, very clean, no rust, totally reliable driver, $7,750 obo. Call 250-362-5925.

1966 Chev Chevelle convert, 327 V8 auto, p/s, p/b, blk w/white int, good daily driver, $25,000. Call 604-218-0440.

1965 Ford Galaxie convertible, reblt 390 auto, all orig, great cond, $9,000. Call 250-791-6404.

1965 Malibu 283, 4 barrel, pwrglide, 5 stud brk & whl conversion, 16" rims, nice orig int, bdy/paint & alum trim done, alum dual exhaust, nds little work, in storage for past 6yrs after new paint(silver/blue), $6,500obo. Call 250395-8897.

1964 Beaumont Sport Deluxe, 2dr HT, over $33,000 invested, asking $12,900. Call 604-465-3795.

1963 Mercury Meteor, 4dr, 260 cu in V8, auto, good cond, $8,000 obo. Call 604-298-5730.

1962 Pontiac Stratochief, new windshld/paint/tires, smoothie rims, in-line 6, bucket seats, $8,500 obo, ask for Dennis. Call 250-401-8940.

1961 Dodge Pioneer 2dr HT, 318 auto push button, bdy/paint/mech-restored 8yrs ago, safetied 2yrs ago, nice, clean, exc running cond, red w/red & wht int in reasonalbe shape, $6,500 obo. Call 250-395-8897.

1957 Ford Thunderbird, 44,000 orig miles, hard & soft top, eng trans & brks done in '08, 312 eng, orig dust rose ext, beige int, a/c, Kelsey wire whls, elect wipeser, $48,000 obo. Call 403-637-9170.

1957 Corvette, 283 eng 283 hp, fuel inj, w/4spd trans, eng & tranny rebuilt, fuel inj rebuilt, low miles, $56,000. Call 604-792-0422.

1956 DeSoto Fireflyte 4dr Sedan, 330 Hemi, a rare orig driver, new tires, brakes, motor, example of a rare '50's show car, $13,700. Call 604-996-5646.

1951 Meteor Club Coupe, V8 flat head, runs great but getting tired, sunvisor, continental kit, skirts, sound body, nds new paint, rewired, re-uphl, chrome in gd cond & more, asking $15,000. Call 250-495-3283.

1949 4dr Ford custom flathead, V8, 59,000 orig miles, $8,500. Call 306-537-2630.

1948 Mercury truck M-68, 3/4 ton, 351M auto, pwr brk, new Endura paint, red w/blk fenders, rechromed, stainless buffed, $19,500. Call 604-594-0404.

1928 Dodge Victory Super 6, 350 Chev, 4 spd, 373 posi rear end, 80% done, steel body, gd shape, firm price, $10,000. Call 604-867-9494.

Pontiac Firebird show car, 467 cu in turbo, 350 race tranny under hood, all chrome, $60,000. Call 604-826-9776.

Request for info as to the whereabouts of mid '60's built blue 1929 Roadster P.U., blk upholstery, Olds pwr with B&M Hydro, 4 bar rear suspension. Call 250-746-9562.

Performance Cars

1986 Colt Ice racer 2000cc twin cam, turbo Talon eng, 20 sq ft wing, must go, $2,000obo. Call 604-826-9182.

1986 Monte Carlo SS Drag car, no eng, set up for BBC, Moser 9" rear w/456 gears, trans specialties, pwr glide, 2800 stall, 4 whl disc, Hotchkis susp, tilt frnt end, painless wiring harness, 5 gallon fuel cell, 6pt roll cage, race buckets, etc, $15,000. Call 780-635-3898.

1980 Camaro Drag race car, $5,900. Call 306-966-2663.

1963 Plymouth Savoy, 2dr Dragracer car, 440 C.I., 727 trans, 8 3/4 rear, too much to list, runs low 10@129mph, ready to go, $19,500 obo, Wally. Call 204-586-3061.

2005 Restoration/Project Cars

2003 Nissan Sentra SE, R Sports Coupe, damaged, req airbags, headlight, bumper, windshield, rest of bdy in exc shape, 170,000kms, sport air intake, tail lights & springs, Nissan 17" rims, $2,500. Call 306-543-6084

1989 Camaro Z28, 4spd auto, motor bad, rest gd, many perf parts, t-top, OEM whls, $750. Call 250-368-7188

1987 Camaro Z-28, 350 cu in, 4 barrel, fresh $1000 rebuilt, 700 R4 posi, t-tops, $3,000. Call 604-867-9503.

1985 Olds Regency Broam 2dr, 3.8L, burg lthr int, gd tires, $1,200 obo. Call 604-946-5249.

1984 Chevy 1/2 ton, long box, grt wrk truck, $1,000 obo; 1978 GMC 3/4 ton wrk truck, $1,200 obo. Call 604-538-2184.

1983 Olds Cutlass Supreme, silver, whole or parts, $800. Call 403-689-4879.

1977 Chevy 1/2 ton short box, 350 4bbl, 4 spd, stand, 12 bolt posi, runs gd, great potential, lots of ex parts, $1200 firm. Call 604-867-9503.

1976 Aspen Woody, suregrip, 318 auto, neat, $1,000 firm; 1973 Duster rolling chassis, open to offers. Call 306-221-0342.

1974 Roadrunner proj car, 400 auto, fact black, $4,000. Call 204-655-3483.

1972 Chev Suburban Custom/Deluxe w/Highlander pkg & 3 bench seats, 402 BB, A/T posi, front & rears a/c, some rust, nds resto, pics avail, $3000. Call 306-652-1717.

1971 Lincoln Mark III, 460, exc runner, needs body wrk, paint, $3,500obo. Call 306-681-7687.

1970 Mercury Cougar XR-7, proj car, eng complt rebuld, new cam, new roller timing chain, 9" Ford rear, C6 trans & spare chassis, int gd shape, nds flr board patching & rear wrk, $4,500. Call 204-379-2472.

1970 Duster, 340 4spd, fact posi rear, very little rust, orig cond, $10,500. Call 604-944-1707.

1970 Dodge Cornet RT, 440 4spd, subline, blk top, wht int, 410 Dana car, $12,500; '73 Barracuda H/T, gr int, $9,000. Call 204-655-3483.

1969 Parisienne V8, 283 motor, grey, windshield broken, 2dr HT, $3,000. Call 403-547-4431.

1969 Mercury Cougar, all orig, 2dr, rust in color, motor needs rebuild, gd body, $5,300. Call 403-689-4879.

1969 GMC 3/4 ton Pick-Up, 6 cyl stand, for resto or pts, $600. Call 604-521-7851.

1968 Dodge Charger RT, orig 440 magnum, auto, #'s match, 2nd owner, perfect proj for returns, $18,000 obo. Call 604-850-1679

1967-68 Chev 396 eng, completely rebuilt, numbers correct, blk, heads, int, call for details, $4,695. Call 604-312-1294.

1967 Dodge Charger, 383 auto, air, California car, unrestored driver, rare vinyl rf, 98% rust free, $11,000. Call 250-395-8897.

1967 Cougar GT, 289 4 spd, nds body work & reassembly, fact disc brakes, $5,500. Call 306-569-0141.

1967 Mercury Monte Clair 2dr HT, $6,000; 1942 Chev Sedan, $3,000. Call 604-853-6172.

1966 Chevy II Nova, 4 dr, 283 pwrglide, runs & drives, complt car, red int, driverside rear 1/4 damage, $1,500. Call 403-507-8959.

1966 Chev Impala, $23,000 invested, not done yet, frame off resto, highly modified, firm price, $15,000. Call 604-867-9494.

1965 Chev 1/2 ton R.B. motor, solid bdy, from Saskachewan, $3,500. Call 250-212-4140.

1965 Pontiac Parisenne conv, 327, 2 spd pwr glide, most bdy work done, still nds some wrk, $6,500 obo. Call 604-916-5430.

1965 Olds Cutlass Supreme, 2dr HT, needs resto, $1,000 obo. Call 306-542-2393.

1964 Thunderbird proj/resto coupe w/parts car, lots of new pts, runs, 390, new windshield etc, $3,500obo. Call 306-681-7687.

1964 Dodge 2 dr post, 330, $3,500; 1970-'71 Cuda Challenger, shaker base plate, NOS part, $900; 426 hemi valve covers, fits 70-'71, $700. Call 204-655-3483.

1963-64 Chevy short box stepside, lowered roller pan, 6cyl c/w 350 in back, $2,600 obo. Call 250-766-1039.

1963 Pontiac Parisienne, 2dr HT, not complt, w/trunk full of extra pts, $500 obo. Call 250-489-4786.

1961 Ford Falcon Ranchero, complt car nds resto, very rare, make gd rod or custom car, $2,500 obo. Call 403-471-4919.

1961 Olds Dynamic 88 "Bubbletop", heavy fabrication has been done, pts to complt are all incld, tons of NOS pts, c/w clear wash title, $9,500 complt. Call 604-534-3535.

1961 Buick Electra 225 Convertible, reblt 401c.i., Wildcat V8, new rad, tires & top, loaded w/options, some rust, nds resto, $7,000, Rick. Call 403-534-2222.

1958 Dodge Custom rail, 2dr HT, proj car, $4,000 obo; '57 Pontiac 2dr post, $2,500. Call 204-655 3483.

1958 Chevrolet panel truck, not running, very buildable, $2,300. Call 780-305-1067.

1957 Pontiac 2dr HT, good shape, body only, all glass & chrome, $2,000 obo. Call 250-397-2973.

1957 Ford Fairlane 500 2dr HT, very complete, usual rust, nice winter proj, $4,000. Call 604-940-9711.

1957 Chev 1/2 ton, complt running, needs TLC, B.C. registered, $3,500. Call 250-212-4140.

1957 Olds, Blue, needs reso or for parts, $550 OBO. Call 403-689-4879.

1955 GMC PU, sm back window, short box, no eng/trans, newly rebuilt front end w/CPP disc brk conv booster and mast cyl, all new American Wire kit installed, 50 Pontiac tailights, c/w new 4 core rad in box, CPP trans crossmember, new fiberglass front fenders & one new rear steel fender, solid proj, $5,700 obo. Call 778-977-2041.

1955 Meteor Crown Victoria, 272 cu in, wide lock, auto, tri-tone, 1 of 151 built in Oakville, nds resto, $16,500. Call 604-594-0404.

1955 Chevrolet 1 Ton dually (welding deck) very little rust, V8 350, $3,500. Call 780-305-1067.

1954 Pontiac 2dr H.T. Cdn Model(Chev body) incomplt proj, very little rust, $500; 1957 International panel rough but complete $500. Call 250-295-6224.

1953 Chev Bel-air, 4dr, red/white, windshield broken, not running, $1,500. Call 403-547-4431.

1953 Dodge Desoto, 2dr Coupe, rare, complete, $2,500 obo. Call 250-397-2973.

1952 Chev 1/2 ton, 5 window pick-up, no motor but have all the orig parts, grt proj truck, $1,500 obo. Call 250-545-4970.

1951 Henry J, 2dr proj car, $3,500; '64 Dodge 330 2dr sedan, $4000;'52 Ford Conv Fairlaine 500 proj car, $10,000; '64 Pontiac Custom Sport, bucket.console, 4spd, fact tach, posi, $5000. Call 204-655-3483.

1950 Chev Pick-Up, 3100 1/2 ton flat deck, running, 305 V8 auto trans, 10 bolt rear, chrome floor shifter, dual exh, 4 barrel, some dents, hood alig issues, missing dr glass, summer daily driver, $5,100. Call 604-701-0220.

1949 Pontiac Straight 8, $800; '65 Ford Fairlane station wagon, $500; '67 Chev Impala wagon, $500; '64 Mercury 4dr Comet, $400, numerous Chev parts, Call 250-992-5770.

1947 Ford COE truck, boxed frame, Dana to rear, one ton front, tuck 100% complete, $4,400. Call 604-341-9253.

1946 48 Mercury bix coupe, $3,800; 1951 Nash "Aeroflyte" 2dr, $2,000; 1949 Ford coupe, $4,000. Call 204-248-2221.

1940 Perfect 4dr Sedan (lk Anglia) neat rod project, $2,500 obo. Call 250-833-0664.

1940 Chev 2dr sedan, in primer, most stock parts avail, gd for resto or custom rod, $2,800. Call 250-442-5887.

1933 Chev 2dr "standard", orig pwr train, $4,800; '29 Chev 3W coupe, complt roller, $5,500; '37 Chev coupe, all sheetmetal on chassis, $4,000; '62 Impala 2dr HT, $4,500. Call 204 248-2221.

1931 Chev "Independence" roadster PU unrestored, $10,000 obo. Call 204-248-2221.

1927 Ford Roadster, nds motor & trans, you'll never find a straighter rust free bdy anywhere, orig from California, built just like they did in the '60's, call for more details, $8,500 obo. Call 604-291-2576.

Complete chassis for "A" bdy GM back half car w/bare backhalf, 4 link susp, 9" Ford diff/back brace, 40 spline gun drilled axles, manual steer box incld, front susp incld, certify for 8.50 et, no body on car, make gd drag/tubed st car, $1,200obo. Call 604-852-0878.

Hot Rod Lincoln, to be, not finished, '84 LSC Mark VII coupe, complt pwr train, Ford hi-perf assy-to be installed, two owner car, bdy mint, pls phone for more info, $15,000 obo. Call 604-240-9225.

Trucks and Vans

1996 Ford Windstar, new 3.8L, auto, runs well, will trade, $3,500. Call 604-809-9423.

1992 Ford F-250 Super cab, 7.3 diesel, 5spd stand, c/w camperette, 180,000 kms, $8,000. Call 250-738-0760.

1992 Dodge Dakota Sport 4x4, ext'd cab, a/c, canopy, new brks, exc shape, reliable priced for quick sale, $2,200. Call 250-960-9288.

1985 Dodge D-50 Royal Mini truck, orig rust free, as new, 160,000km, everything Amsoil synth oil, 5 spd, $4,999 firm. Call 403-637-2112.

1988 Chevy 3/4 ton, long box, reg cab, gd wrk truck, $500. Call 306-681-8749.

1987 Ford Aerostar, 140,000 kms, newer tires, new brks & callipers, auto, sm anti-freeze leak, $600 obo. Call 604-271-0739.

1981 Chevy S/B, 350 eng, lowered, black, 8" Ralley whls, JVC stereo, $4,500 obo. Call 604-538-2184.

1981 Chev 4x4 short box P.U., paint & bdy mech A-1, 350 auto, nds nothing, must see, $17,000. Call 604-377-3849.

2005 SUV/ 4X4's

2003 Range Rover HSE, ext wht, tan lthr int, 4WD, new tires, well maint, $27,900 obo. Call 604-944-3003.

2002 GMC Jimmy SLS, 4dr, 132,000 km, 4WD, am/fm with CD, a/c, alloy whls, fog lites, keyless, pwr mirrors/wind/locks, rf rack cruise, Autotrac full time 4WD(grt for winter driving) non smoker, very gd cond, $7,500 obo. Call 204-757-7430.

1991 Jeep YJ, black, custom SOA lift, AMC V8 swap, auto, dana 300, 35" TSL, soft top, many upgrades, needs aircar & some wrk, $8,000 or offer/trades. Call 778-239-5916

1998 Ford Explorer, 170,000 km, 4L V6, fully loaded, auto, 4dr recent tune up, safety inspec, ready for winter, looks & drives exc, blue ext, must sell, $2,750 obo. Call 403-280-1471.

1998 Jeep TJ 140,000 km, 6 cyl 5 spd, hard/soft top, heavy duty frnt bumper, fog & driving lites, new windshld, Alpine CD player, runs drives great, $6,900 obo. Call 403-783-6953.

1988 Full size Ford Bronco, 5L auto, headers, $1000 obo. Call 604-376-2061.

Domestic Cars

2006 Dodge Magnum 176,000km, SXT 3.5 HO V6, loaded, runs & drives exc, moving must sell, $9,600 obo. Call 403-990-2170.

2005 CTS Cadillac, low kms, full load, exc cond, $15,900. Call 306-691-0262.

2002 Ford Focus, 117,300 km, auto, nice, clean affordable wagon, p/w, p/m, a/c, dual air bag, very gd cond, tilt & tele steering, class 1 hitch w/wiring, premium audio system & more, $4,600. Call 604-435-6267.

1999 Contour SVT, small Cobra 5spd SVT 2.5L 200hp, 219,000 kms, nice driver, $3,800 obo. Call 604-272-3846.

1995 Chrysler Cirrus runs exc, 220,000kms, gd tires & battery, nds trans wrk, $150 firm. Call 403-637-2112.

1994 Buick Le Sabre, 121,126kms, small 308 motor, tan color, orig paint, no rust, gd rubber, runs lk a clock, $3,000. Call 780-469-9953.

1994 Ford Mustang, 207,000km, 3.8L, 5 spd, red w/blk int, $3,850 obo. Call 403-546-2630.

1990 Ford Mustang Cobra GT, 5L, all orig, only 3 minor mods, lowered/flowmasters & Centerline whls, wht on grey cloth int, all options except lthr, 5spd, sunrf, garage kept, no winter drive, no accidents, 195K, $7,000 obo. Call 604-377-8850.

1989 Mustang GT, needs some wrk, air car, lots of $$ spent, $6,000. Call 604-809-9423.

1979 Plymouth Duster, rebuilt motor, new trans, brakes shocks & front end, 2 tone blue & white, $1,800 firm. Call 604-298-6275.

1979 Oldsmobile Regency 98, 4dr, 124,000 kms, 2 snow tires, 403 cu in, TH400, gd shape, $800. Call 778-228-3866.

IMPORT CARS

2008 Subaru WRX, 42,000kms, sedan, AWD, black, manual trans, great cond, no accidents, 5spd, 4 dr, heated seats, pwr wind & locks, 2.5L, tint windows, $26,000. Call 403-270-1880.

2008 Honda Civic DXG coupe, blk, 5spd manual, cloth int, no accidents, locally driven, 26,000 km, asking $18,000obo. Call 778-808-5656.

2008 Toyota Yaris Sedan, 38,000kms, FWD, a/c, CD, intermittent wipe, p/b, p/s, rear defrost, safetied, clean history, auto, $10,500. Call 204-990-3474.

2006 Honda Accord EXL, V6, 5500kms, VTEC eng, am/fm stereo, auto, a/c, crusie, 17" alloys, keyless, pwr mirrors, pwr wind, pwr locks & heated seats, lthr int, sunrf, $19,000 obo, Jason. Call 204-253-1668.

2004 Honda Civic LX coupe, immac cond, air, cruise, tilt, p/w, p/l, 5 spd manual, keyless w/2 remotes, CD player, new brks, 169,000 kms, $8,995 obo. Call 204-995-6963.

2001 Honda Civic, 2dr, silver/drk int, 145,000 kms, local car, no accidents, 5 spd, 1.7L 4cyl eng, p/w, p/l, keyless, new clutch & timming belt, $6,500 obo. Call 604-803-2953.

2000 Toyota Celica, 149KM, GT, silver on black, 5 spd, blk lthr int, fully loaded, runs & looks perf, new clutch & trans complt redone, $7,500 obo. Call 604-771-5726.

1995 Toyota Supra, Special ed, non turbo, 5 spd, blk on blk, all orig, 48,000 mi, California car, serious inq only, no test pilots or tire kickers, $22,900. Call 604-272-3846.

1982 Honda Prelude conv, 1 of 100 built for Honda Dealers, very rare in exc cond, collector plate, new top, upholstery, brakes, tires & more, red in color, drive anywhere, $7,900. Call 604-996-5646.

1984 Mazda RX7, cream, brown cloth int, US car, 202 miles, SHD, sunfoof, go in collect plates, $1,900obo. Call 604-644-8081.

Motorcycles & Accessories

2005 Harley Davidson softail std, black w/many extras, lowered for a lady, low km's, clean, $16,000. Call 250-442-5887.

2004 Yamaha YSZ 450, $5000. Call 360-966-2663.

1978 Yamaha XS 1100, $2,300 obo, John. Call 250-812-1318.

1974 Norton 850, clean orig cond, needs nothing, John player colors, will not be disappointed, $6,500 obo. Call 604-968-5027.

1971-74 Honda Ct-90's-'74 has 2300 orig miles , 95% complt; '71 mostly there but mainly a parts bike, $400/pr after 6pm. Call 780-460-9122.

1947 Harley Servi-car trike, 45 cu in flat head, 60 style chopper, just built, new everything, two first place show winners, zero miles on new eng & trans, asking $13,500 obo. Call 604-888-4288.

DOMESTIC PARTS

2003 Ford Step-up floor boards, m int cond, $350. Call 604-521-7851.

1999 Contour pts: front & pass blk lthr seats, $175/pr; dr panels, lthr, $35/ea; 5 spd trnas, $300; SVT motor, 2.5L 200hp, main bearing gone, block rebuilt, $50; wrecking whole car, $5 & up. Call 604-272-3846.

1999 LS 1 350/5.7 freshened up new head bolts, new gaskets/ rings/ bearings/ balancer bolt, all alum, eng out of '99 Camaro, wiring for coils, exh manifolds& gaskets , water pump pulleys, Hummer intake eng is crated & ready to go, $2,500 obo. Call 604-852-0878.

1991 Mustang HB 4cyl auto, runs etc light front end damage-for parts, no reg, $500 & up; '81 T-roof project. Call 604-940-9711.

1988-98 Chev truck rad, clean, doesn't leak, $25. Call 306-681-8749.

1986 Ford truck 300 cu in, in line 6 cyl mtr , carburated $325. Call 604-298-5730.

1984 & '85 Lincoln Mark7 bdy pts: hood, fenders, bumper, grill & light assembly, $190; trunk, $110; all glass minus windshld, $20 & up; stock (4) 15" alum rins, $175, listed pts only. Call 604-701-0220.

1978 Firebird Formula parts: hood, grill, ights, dash with alum bezel & tach, $10 & up. Call 604-880-3848.

1977 440 RV block-no carb, alt, p/s pump, 2500 miles on rebuild, bolted to a rebuilt, 727 trans, $1,000. Call 604-852-9203.

1976 Corvette T-Top, painted, 2 sets, $20/pair; 1976 luggage rack & 1-'73 rack, $30 ea. Call 604-644-8081.

1972-79 Ford PU, auto, steering column, $100. Call 604-298-5730.

1971 GMC rolling frame, 5 stud disc, rare leaf spring susp, 2swhl drive, posi diff, $250obo; 292 eng, $150 obo; 4spd trans, $75obo; complt set of blue int, $275obo. Call 250-579-9937.

1970 Chevy 1/2 ton 2WD no motor/tranny, have both for additional $500, rust-free clip & box, cab nds wrk, orig gold white cap, $1,500. Call 250-364-2632.

1969-70 RH front fender, Delta 88/98, full size Olds, gd shape, $150. Call 778-228-3866.

1969 Mach 1 351 4 barrel intake manifold, painted & hot tanked w/CFM Holley, $250obo; '69 Mach 1 valve covers, fits '69 351 Mustang or Cougar, $40/pr. Call 604-272-3846.

1969 Cougar odds & ends $5 & up. 1965-'66 Mustang parts $5 & up. Call 604-272-3846.

1966 Chevy truck box, $800; 671 blower, $300; 2-4barrel 389 Pontiac intake manifolds, $400 obo. Call 250-837-2968.

2F 5spd trans from Ford Diesel, 200k's, $350. Call 604-880-3848

3 spd stand transmission, bolts to Ford flathead motor, $200. Call 604-854-5632.

350 headers, tilt column, starter/alt/hood, box rails, new tie rod end, bezels, '81-'87 GM Pick-up, $150 for everything. Call 403-236-1983.

350 Chev eng & 4spd trans, from '70's car, runs exc, no work needed, $1,000. Call 604-944-1707.

302 Ford fuel inj eng, $850, will trade for 351 Ford sm block; 350 Buick eng carbureted, $575, will trade for 351 Ford sm block, Clayton. Call 780-478-6877.

355 SBC 4 bolt main block, exc cond, steel crank w/number one bearing spun, can be polished out, c/w oil pan, $450/both. Call 604-852-0878.

400 Chrysler eng, 383 heads, closed chamber, 4 barrel & trans complete, $350. Call 604-880-3848.

Chevy/GMC rebuilt HD 700R4, 2WH/4WH dr transmission, BM shift kit, all updates, $850. Call 604-858-7941.

Chev 350 headers, tilt column, starter, alt & hood, new tie rod ends, box rails 8', 6 lug axels for '81-'87 GM, $150 for all. Call 403-236-1983.

Disc brks for '62-'72 Dodge products, $450; '73-'74 Road runner hood, $700; '70-'71 Hemi valve covers, orig, $850. Call 204-655-3483.

Dodge 1/2 ton fender wells, ferring kit, inner whl fenders(liners) front tow bar hooks, dash cover, taillight covers, $500 obo. Call 250-791-6404.

Dodge, Ford, Chev Headersm $50-$75 per pair, Call 780-478-6877.

Edelbrock small block Chev intake manif, performer, $75 obo. Call 604-644-8081.

Euro lights for S15 Jimmy or S10 Blazer, not for S10 Pick-up, $80 obo. Call 604-644-8081.

Ford Y block 272, 292, '56 312, '57 312 cyl heads, BOB aft 8pm. Call 306-522-4261.

Hidden reciever hitch for '80 Suburban, fresh paint, $75. Call 604-779-4043.

K & N air filter, #33-2042, fits Camaro, Firebird, S-10, V8, V6 or 4 cyl, cost $85, sell $30. Call 250-860-5995.

Mustang SVT gauge cluster fits any 2005-09 Mustang, $500, Powered by Ford Plenum cover for 2005 & up Mustang GT, $75. Call 778-840-4364.

New hood for '99 to '04 Dodge Dskota, $350; new vinyl lid for Dakota, $150. Call 604-467-0113.

New in box-Edelbrock Performer intakes #2176 Chrysler 318/340/360, $100; Holley Dominator intake #300-48 Chev sb, $90; Accel Billettech Dist #60204A 351 Windsor, $125; Bosch Premium wire sets #09649 GM V8, $20; sb Chev v covers, '65-'85, $15. Call 604-220-7542.

Pair of Peterbilt fenders, $120. Call 604-681-8749.

IMPORT PARTS

1996-& '98 Toyota Corolla oil filters(5), 1 front brk pad set, 1 rear brk shoe set, all brand new, $75. Call 780-450-0520.

1992 Isuzu p/u w/front end damage, frame, motor untouched, all oils synthetic & motor has less than 200KM, grt donor vehicle, $1000 obo. Call 780-951-2010

1990-2005 Volkwagon Jetta GL, Carat & Golf GL parts, gas & diesel, eng & bdy parts, $5 & up. Call 204-999-5537.

1990-97 Volkswagen Passat pts: 4 BBS 6x15: alloy whls w/Michelin Pilot Exalto 195/55VR15 tires, $400obo; Wagon thermoplastic fl tray, $75obo; 2 vol. set VW Passat Official Factory Repair manual, 1995-1997, $100. Call 604-467-8938.

1984-95 Toyota 4x4 4 runner, rust free bdy panels & some running gear parts, $100 & up. Call 250-364-2632.

2 piece drive shaft, complt from 1990 Nissan P.U., 2WD, $75. Call 604-854-5632.

Grill Guard/bumper fits '93 or similar Toyota truck, $100. Call 780-438-1296.

Headlights for '93 Mercedes Benz 190, c/w r/side & l/side sig/head lights, brand new in box, $475. Call 403-248-2448.

K & N Air filter #33-2219 fits Toyota, Camry Solara & Sienna & highlander; 2001-2007 all yrs, cost $80 sell for $30, like new. Call 250-860-5995.

Motor, complete w/fuel syst, nds timming chain, from 1990 Nissan P.U. 2WD, $200. Call 604-854-5632.

Nissan 240SX right hand dr, red, incld pwr window, 1990 car, no inside panel, $120. Call 780-484-5452.

COLLECTOR & PERFORMANCE PARTS

1997-04 Corvette rear bumper cover, $500 obo; bumper(front), $100obo; complt pass door & misc pts, $100 & up; Z06 intake manifold, $250obo; thin spoke rims, 18", 2 only, $150/pr slightly bent. Call 250-860-5700.

1988 Corvette steer column, tilt & tele, $250; '87 Corvette port intake, no throttle bdy, $250 250-860-5700.

1987 Corvette rear end complete, only 20kms $1,500; '46-'48 Ford car frame, $400; '46-'48 Ford NOS right quarter, $400.604-341-9253

1978 Mustang rack & pinion steer, incld's "Moog" chassis prts-bushing (new still in boxes), $250. Call 604-461-5760.

1970 Coronet dual loop bumper, $100; dogdish hubcaps x 2, $30; bumperjack, $80; big block gasket set, other parts avail. Call 604-436-2052.

1970 Pontiac #64 cyl heads, complt rebuilt, HO Racing springs, 3-angle valve job, perf cond, ready to bolt on, $450. Call 778-977-2041.

1969-70 Mustang Mach 1 Shelby rear bumper, orig, not Taiwanese, Ford stamp, $380. Call 604-272-3846.

1969 GTO Judge, orig dr panels, mint shape, handles w/springs; other GTO parts-1/4 glass tinted, window regulators, bumper brackets, kick panels, etc, asking $10-$500 obo. Call 604-852-0878.

1969 Chev 427 eng, 385hp, forged crank, bored 060, correct domed pistons, comp 292, Hyd cam/lifters roller chain, oval port heads, Qjet OEM intake & carb, correct distributor, chrome covers, fresh built, $6,500. Call 604-312-1294.

1969 Ford 302 rebuilt heads & motor w/tranny, $500; Autometer, Phantoms 200 mph w/tach, water, gas, oil, volts, $350. Call 604-826-9776.

1969 GMC truck 6cyl eng w/3spd trans, $500 obo; body cab $300 obo, front end parts avail. Call 604-910-6175.

1969-Mach 1 351 4 barrel intake manif, painted & hot tanked, $195 obo. Call 604-272-3846.

1969 Cutlass 2dr Ht, little rust, lots of parts, solid resto proj, $3,000. Call 250-833-0664.

1969 Chev pass side fender, new GM NOS, $600; 1957 Chev Calif pass side fender, no rust, $400. Call 780-399-3746.

1969-71 GM Truck 4spd & trans case, $150; '73 Chev Nova tail light assembly w/wires, $110. Call 250-489-4786.

1969-70 Mach I valve covers, $40/pair; '69-'70 Cougar conv front windshield moulding, blk, $50; '69 Cougar odds & ends, $5 & up; '65-'66 Mustang parts, $5 & up. Call 604-272-3846.

1969 Camaro taillight & bumper, $100; 1967 pontiac Firebird parts: rear end, $200; drum brks, front spindels, $100. Call 604-826-9776.

1968-69 Charger NOS emblems, front & rear valance, 26" rad brace, shock x-member & other misc B Body parts, $100-$500. Call 250-551-6141.

1967 Chev Camaro 302 hi perf eng, bored 060, forged crank, forged pistons, 11-1, comp solid lifter, OEM cam & lifters, roller chain, Z-28 Alum intake, Holley carb, fact chrome covers, fresh build, $6,395. Call 604-312-1294.

1967 72 Chev pick-up bucket seats, frame, pwd coated blk, new wood grain dr panels, head liner, carpet, dash pad, all in grey tweed, $1,500. Call 604-341-9253.

1967 Pontiac parts (Firebird): 326 cu in motor, reblt with pulleys, $2,500; L & R doors, $175ea; hood, $200; L & R seats, $400/pr; T350 Tranny, $175; 5" Ralley rims & tires, $400/set. Call 604-826-9776.

1965 Impala bucket seats, $200 ea; Console, $175. Call 780-478-6877.

1964-66 Barracuda rear window glass, $500 firm. Call 403-637-2112.

1964 Chrysler 4dr parts only: elect windows, 440cc heads & crank, chrome, etc, $10 & up. Call 604-809-9423.

1964 Chev panel drs, rear,Super Choice, no damage, $450/pair; '57 Chev truck panel, rear drs, no damage, super nice, $800/pair. Call 780-399-3746.

1963 Olds eng, 394 cu in, complt rebld, $2,000. Call 604-218-6474.

1962-63 Chev 283, $200; '66-'67 Chev 283, $200; '68 Chev 250 6 cyl, $150; '40-'41 Merc hood, $125; '75 Ford C-6, $250. Call 250-489-4786.

1961 Gallaxy 2dr HT, restored, too much to list, asking $15,000. Call 604-538-2184.

1958 Ford Meteor parts, nice hood, $100; Tailgate, $80; Side trim, dash, bumper, grill etc. Call 604-940-9711.

1955-57 2dr HT/Conv/Sedan doors, $500 ea obo; '56 265 Power pack motor, no intake or carb, $500 obo, nds rebuild. Call 250-860-5700.

1955-56 Ford Murcury, Monarch, Meteor asst prices; '56 Mercury car bumper & grill, $250; '56 Mercury rear 2dr seats for Montclaire, $200 complt with armrest; '56 Mercury trunk lid, $175. Call 604-594-0404.

1955 Chev 4dr sedan 1/4 panels from tailight to back dr, both sides; '53-'54 Chev/Pontiac pass side fender, all very gd, $350ea.403-507-8959.

1947-53 GMC/Chev truck parts: 5 wind rear cab section, $195; gd dash, $195; 49-'53 gas tank, $50; side mount tire carrier, $100; hood, $100; 2 GMC front fenders(rough), $50. Listed parts only. Call 604-701-0220.

1947 Plymouth stainless front end trim, some gd, some not, $100 for all. Call 604-792-6905.

1940-Ford Deluxe hood, 142 Louvers, complt with S/S, hood latch, new side emblems, ready for paint, gd shape, $950 obo. Call 778-228-3866

1937 Olds lower left side eng hood, $150. Call 778-228-3866.

1935 Ford car hood, exc cond, $575; '32 Ford orig boards, $375/pr; 1936-'38 white truck pts; '70(?) Camaro NOS alum side trims, 75" long, $45/pair. Call 204-248-2221.

1935 Auburn 4dr, rolling shell, suicide very unique, $5000. Call 250-833-0664.

1931 Chev 4dr Sedan, rolling shell, everything to start a rod, $5,000 obo. Call 250-833-0664.

272, 292, 312, 1957 Ford heads, also Ford 9" rear end, will separate, $450 obo. Call 306-522-4261.

276, 323, 355, 391 & 410 gear for Dodge, $100 & up; chrome molding for Dart, $1 & up; 727 tranny, $200. Call 604-467-0113.

2-1956 Ford F350 box & hoist Dually, same as 1/2 ton, $1250/ea or $2100/pair. Call 306-731-2229.

4-Poly racing bucket seats w/lthr covers, 2 high, 2 low, "new", $145/pr. Call 604-461-5760.

850 CFM Carter Thermo-Quad (1974 Dodge 400) may need kit, 16" elect fan w/switch, fuse & replay, $50 ea. Call 604-824-6560.

904 tranny, $200, front & back valance for '70, '72 Dart, $100ea; small bolts rally whls for Dart, set of four, $475. Call 604-467-0113.

Autometer Sport Comp, 5" Supertach, shif & memory w/3 x 2 5/8 gauges oil water & volts, all match & little use, $150. Call 604-824-6560.

Brodix 2018 1X 4BBL (4150 Holley) single plane BB Chevy intake, oval port, copy of the Shaver high HP intake, new in box, $400. Call 250-738-0530.

C1AE 9425B, 1961 Ford HP390 intake manifold, rare tall port low riser, asking $120. Call 403-293-3351.

Carter #40285 AVS reblt, $150; Carter TQ #9077, reblt, $150; Olds Qjet #7041250, reblt, $150; Olds Qjet #17057256 core, $30; Holley #4166 cores, $30ea. Call 604-531-3120.

Chev TH-400 Hipo rbld, $800; Chev PG reblt, $300; Pont TH 400 cores, $80ea; '80 Pont T/A TH-200 core, $50; B&M Super holeshot reblt 10" conv, TH-400, $500. Call 604-531-3120.

Chevy truck sway bar, 1 1/4 fits '73-'87 2WD, c/w energy brkt & bush, $100. Call 604-690-4450.

Convertible top complt, front split seat and misc parts, fits 1965, '66 & '67, Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth, $200. Call 604-996-5646.

Crane "Blue Print" hyd cam (221-302) 289 4 BBL replacement Erson H.P. cam #2122H (98-10-1 ) 1800-5800 RMS , $50 ea. Call 604-824-6560.

Edelbrock #1904 Qjet, reblt, $250; Chev Qjet #7040 203, reblt, $250; Chev Qjet 7027218, reblt, $200; Pontiac Qjet #7043262 reblt, $200; Pontiac Qjet #7044266, reblt, $200; Buick Qjet #17056240 reblt, $200. Call 604-531-3102.

Edelbrock torker, 289 small block Ford intake, gd cond, $50: Edelbrock Endurashine intake manif, fits big block Chevy, low miles, $100 obo. Call 604-690-4450.

Five page list of Perf & Buick Regal part, most hi-perf parts in orig boxes, can e-mail list, $10 & up. Call 250-738-0530.

Ford FE 427/428 eng/parts for sale/trade, $100-$3,500. Call 403-887-2789.

Grilles: '37 Ford, $300; '38 Lasalle, $600; '39 Chev, $500; '41 Ford, $300; '46-'48 Monarch single bar oval, $100; '51-'52 Desoto, $750; '55 Chrysler deluxe, $500. Call 204-248-2221.

Grill for '67-76 Dart, $100; good 360 motor, $300; trunk lid & dr for Dart, $150ea; Dart parts for '67-76 $1 & up. Call 604-467-0113.

Holley #9776, pair 450 CFM, reblt, $400; 4777 reblt 650 DP, $250;Holley #6210 reblt 650 DP, $150; Holley #4698 C90F-9510-R, $200. Call 604-531-3120.

K & N Air filter #33-2219 fits Toyota, Camry Solara & Sienna & highlander; 2001-2007 all yrs, cost $80 sell for $30, like new. Call 250-860-5995.

Lots of '56 & '57 Parts, chrome, bumpers etc, $10 & up, some reproduction parts. Call 250-860-5700.

McLeod RST Street twin Chevy clutch assembly, 26 spline dual disc (dia) for 153 tooth flywhl, new in orig box, $700; also have new 153 tooth alum flywhl, $425. Call 250-738-0530.

Mopar/Dodge 22" rad, $50; '70 Coronet dual loop bumper, $100; dogdish hubcaps x 2, $30; bumperjack, $80; other parts avail. Call 604-436-2052.

New re-chromed chrome, fits '52 Chev car, inclds bumpers & bumperets & complete grill, will take '51-'52 used chrome as part trade. Call 250-618-8809.

New Hemi crate engine, 465HP, never fired, $16,500. Call 604-880-2051.

Pair of '65 Cutlass 2dr HT buckets console, 330 auto plus lots of parts, $3,000 obo. Call 250-833-0664.

Pontiac #13 head core, $100; Pontiac #47 heads cores, $200; Pontiac 455 +060 east pistons on resized rods, $200; 6H head cores, $100; Offy DP intake $40. Call 604-531-3102.

Posi rearend for first gen RX7, disc brks, nds rebuild, $200. Call 604-644-8081.

Rare 1965 Chev 396 bare block, $800; 1966 396 bare block, $700. Call 604-312-1294.

Rebuilt '67 340 block w/508 lift cam short block, $4,000; New 340 aircleaner for '69 Dart, $375. Call 604-467-0113.

Rebuilt 273 commando w/340 cam, $1,600; Rust free fender for '70 Dart, $475; Ready to paint, rust free door for Dart, $350. Call 604-467-0113.

SBC heads-Camel bump heads from '67 2.02 int, 1.94 exh 64cc chamber, screw in studs & guide plates, gasket match & slightly polished, heads/valves/springs all in very gd cond, $650 obo, lv msg. Call 306-773-1417.

Several transmissions-Dodge, GM, Ford, from 1950's & '60's; many starters and generators, 12 volt & 6 volt, $450. Call 604-996-5646.

Sprint style 409/348 roadster side pipes(ratrod), 2" pipe, 60" long, large collector w/glass installed, invisible welds, alum sprayed, $600. Call 778-228-3866.

Tilton Sonic sm diameter steel Chevy bellhousing(for 153 tooth flywhl) no SFI tag, perf for low cars w/min ground clearance, outstanding quality, have hydraulic release bearing($150 extra), $325. Call 250-738-0530.

Two Charger doors for '68, '69, '70 Charger, in exc cond, all hardware & glass, $585. Call 604-996-5646.

Two low back RCI bucket race seats w/covers, re/blk, $50 ea; Comp Cam, solid lifter, 12-609-5 used, $150; blaster 3 coil, $30; MSD 6AL box, $200. Call 604-533-3396.

Vega, one pc fiberglass front end with hood, fits perf, $600. Call 604-377-8850.

World Alum 4 bolt spayed 400cu in, Chevy block, c/w Eagle stroker crank to make sm block 427 cu in, kikller Harmonic balancer incld, all brand new, $5,500 firm. Call 250-495-0705.

TIRES/WHEELS

1999 Contour SVT whls w/tires, 4 bolt, 225/55/16, $500. Call 604-272-3846.

2-195/75R/14 Firestone Mud & Snow tires, new, $100. Call 604-298-5730.

2- 205/50/15 BFG G Force radials, less than 500 mi wear, $225. Call 604-435-5702.

2-Pontiac 14" alum rims, $10. Call 306-681-8749.

3-16" Alum whls, new cond, 2-new M & S Kumho 16" tires, K & N reusable free flow air cleaner, fits 2005 Kia Sorento SUV, $350. Call 250-618-8809.

14" Rally whls, powder coated, $100ea. Call 604-467-0113.

American Racing 200S 17" rims & tires, lk new cond, look like old school butterfly rims, 17 x 7 front, 17 x 8 rear, 3 gd tires, 1 bad, $800. Call 778-878-0339.

Hubcaps for collector cars in the ‘50’s, ‘60’s & ‘70’s, Lincoln, Cadillac, Ford (spinners) Chev super sports & many others $45 & up. Call 403-272-0622.

Set of 4 Cragger wire whls w/B.F. Goodrich radial tires mounted, 2 front & 2 back, $600. Call 604-929-4314.

Boats/Watercrafts

21' Eliminator boat, 510 cu in, 671 blower, 2- 850 Holley, Bravo I leg tandem trailer, 26hr on boat, $40,000. Call 403-272-6983.

20' Mini Day Cruiser, 454 Berkley jet, rebuilt, solid hull, tandem trailer w/mags, $8,500. Call 604-941-1341.

Rec Vehicles/Trailers

2002 23' Hybrid trailer, 2-20lb propane tanks, 2 fold-out queen beds, a/c, am/fm/ cd stereo, 3 burnner stove/oven, micro, 16' awning, lg fridge/freezer, outside shower, bunk lght, much more sleeps up to 8, exc cond, $10,000. Call 204-477-1169.

1997 Wonderlite 19 1/2', tandem axel, fidge/stove, sleeps 4, $8,500. Call 306-473-2725.

1990 Starcraft tent trailer, king & queen bed, 12' box, 3 burner stove, fridge, spare tire, very gd cond, $2,700 obo. Call 204-383-5609.

1985 Winnebago 30', dual fuel, 92,000 kms, built-in generator, a/c, awning, tow pkg, new tires, batteries, fridge, converter, flooring & more, $9,000 in upgrades, very rare comfy flr plan, $11,000obo, partial trades considered. Call 604-866-8272.

1984 GMC Commander, 33', furnace, a/c, gen set, ice maker, air bag suspension, trailer hitch, 454 gas, don't use, must go, $9,000 obo. Call 250-764-2232.

30' SunnyBrook RV, $30,000. Call 360-966-2663.

Ready to head south, immaculate inside & out, rear queen, large bath w/separate shower, forced air furnace, rf air, 2dr fridge, generator, awning, TV, huge storage in basement, much more, $19,900 obo. Call 250-748-1289.

Quads/Snowmobiles

2005 TRX 450R Honda quad with performance pipe, $5,000obo. Call 604-768-0319.

2002 Polaris Sportman, 500cc, 1450km, blue with winch, ex cond, $3,850 obo. Call 403-938-2414.

2000 Yamaha 600 Grizzly, used once a yr to hunt, stored indrs, just had $500 service, new brks/diff oils, winch solenoid, heated grips & thumb, big cargo, spare gas can, $3,800 obo. Call 604-418-4888.

Yamaha Grizzly 660, grt cond, runs & looks grt, always main & serviced, new whl bearing all around, new brks, new starter, hand & thumb warmer, 2500lbs Warn winch, one up seat c/w foot pegs, fender flairs, stored indrs, $5,800. Call 204-227-4885.

MISC

1969 Camaro & '70 Mustang both unrestored die cast models, only 599 made, stil in boxes $230 for both; Set of 4 Ford F-150 Harley Davidson die cast models, all in mint cond, 2000-2003 inclusive, pic's avail, $200/set. Call 306-681-8749.

1969 Dodge Hemi Charger, new diecast 1/18, nice detailing, lots of chrome, mounted on stand, $80. Call 604-298-6275.

2-Kevin Harvick Nascar die cast models, $35. Call 306-681-8749.

Assorted 1:24 scale die cast models of the #26 car driven '99 Johnny Benson-cheerios; 2002 Jimmy Spencer-Shek; 2003 Todd Bodine-Discover Card, $25-30 each or all for $70. Call 306-681-8749.

Assorted Jimmie Johnson 1:24 die cast models, all in new cond, $25 & up. Call 306-681-8749.

BMW die cast models 4 plus bonus, all still in boxes, will separate, $90 for all. Call 306-681-8749.

Car enging analyser to tune up older cars, $75. Call 403-272-0622.

Chrysler 2.2 Turbo show motor on rolling stand, great show item, $135. Call 604-996-5646.

K-40 Trucker CB Ariel 40 channels, 40" whip, $45. Call 604-271-0739.

New Orange County Choppers-2XL T-Shirt, dark blue, logo on back, still has tags & labels, $20. Call 604-298-6275.

New Diecast 1/18 scale Cadillac Eldorado conv, black, still in box; Porsche 911 Carrera-4 black, in box, $30ea. Call 604-298-6275.

New 40L solvent tank, $150; Sun #1015 eng analyser, $300; Kal EQ eng analyser, $300; all on stands. Call 604-531-3102.

New Nascar 1:24 scale die cast 21 car showcase, has mirror in background, c/w wall mounting hardware, hinged front, $250; Kurt Busch die cast model test track, $50. Call 306-681-8749.

Old Fairbanks Morse 1 cyl motor, model 1 B7, 2 1/2 HP, c/w pulley, rare collectible motor, exc cond, $195. Call 604-996-5646.

Set of 4 Mickey Thompson 1:18 scale die cast cars: '66 GTO, '70 Trans Am, '69 Camaro & '66 Nova, all have never been out of box, $250 for set. Call 306-681-8749.

Set of 6 Muscle Machine die cast models 1:18 scale, '57 Chevy Belair, '50 Ford Woody, '33 Ford coupe, '66 Pontiac GTO, '32 Ford Roadster and a '29 Model A, all in mint cond, never out of box, $205 for all. Call 306-681-8749.

Scan tool: O.T.C. Genisis, smart insert syst, OBI 1 & 2, domestic, Asian, ABS, up to '05, user guide, charger, case, cables, etc plus OTC code reader for free, $850. Call 604-590-3201

Snap-on tool jacket, new, red, large, satin material, worn once, $25. Call 604-298-6275.

Two Alemite greasers, 1-Lincoln on wheels, very collectible auto related items, all 3 in great shape, $275. Call 604-996-5646.

WANTED

1985 Caprice Wagon parts. Call 604-215-9280.

1973 Le Mans/GTO pts or whole; '73-'77 Le Mans pts or whole; '55-'64 Chev car differential. Call 780-538-2571.

1969 Dodge or Plymouth B-bdy bucket seats w/headrests, uphol cond not important. Call 604-850-0447.

1966 Chevelle 2dr HT, must have gd bdy, running or not. Call 250-618-8809.

1966 Olds Cutlass rear bumper and inside rear dr handles. Call 403-504-0903.

1965-74 Honda CB450 eng; Old Honda chopper pts, ask for Jason. Call 604-467-7027.

1964 Buick Wildcat convertible, this car was given as a bingo prize in Portage la Prairie in '86. I was previous owner & looking for this car. Maroon in color wht seats & top.604-860-4168.

1952 Chev car-need front side dr fender & inner fender; 2-1950 front fenders to fit '50 car. Call 250618-8809.

15" Ansen Style or E.T. mag for '70's Dodge, large 5 bolt alumn. Call 403637-2112.

Grill or grill pts for 1940 Ford & info on Hot Rod & pick up. Call 403-507-2257.

Cb750 café racer parts wanted, trade or neg purchaase. Call 403-252-9181.

Looking for a gd working tail gate for '88-'98 Chevy/GMC truck. Call 306-681-8749.

Looking for set of bucket seats from '70-'71 Chevelle, color does not matter, also center consol. Call 250-869-9203.

Parts for 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible. Call 403-504-0903.

Sponsor(s) for my drag race car, no need to be a major sponsor, can provide a break down of costs , great way to advertise name & logo, $4,000 nego. Call 780-231-8003.

Your rear ends. 12 bolt car rear ends. Chevelle, Camaro, Impala. Call 604-433-4717.

Cherry Bomb’s Disturbing the Peace 1968 Project Camaro blends today’s radical technology with ‘60s & ‘70s hotrod style.

The LSX-based engine will be given significant enhancements by an 8-71 BDS blower, a BDS intercooler system, electronic fuel injection, aftermarket EFI and coil pack controllers, a custom accessory drive system, and, of course, a killer custom exhaust with Cherry Bomb side pipes. The fuel system will include a custom fuel tank with baffles and in-tank fuel pumps, and the cooling system will be made up of a Be Cool aluminum radiator and custom covered hoses. A T-56 Magnum 6-Speed Transmission by Tremec will round out the torque transfer.

The rear axle: a Moser 9-inch rear with 3.73 posi. A Detroit Speed and Engineering hydroformed subframe and C6 steering knuckles and tubular control arms will make up the front suspension, followed in the rear by a Detroit Speed and Engineering Quadra-Link. Baer 6S 6-piston brakes will provide its occasional need for stopping power.

The wheel-and-tire combo sets the whole tone of the ride with Custom Billet Slot Mags in 18x8 fronts and 18x12 rears, on BFG g-Force KDW 245/40-18 up front and BFG g-Force Drag Radial 345/30-18 in the rear.

A Vintage Air AC system, Alpine head unit and Boston Acoustics amps and speakers round out the interior’s must-have creature comforts. The interior will, of course, include YearOne restoration parts, Classic Instruments gauges, and custom Cerullo seats. The body: YearOne reproduction panels and trim mini-tubbed and modified for four-link rear suspension. Painted Cherry Bomb red over flat black with gloss stripes, and black powder-coated trim and details, this Disturbing the Peace Camaro will be considered another true Cherry Bomb signature statement!

In addition to the legendary Cherry Bomb Glasspack, Cherry Bomb now offers six different high performance muffler products, each created with their own unique design that provides improved horsepower and fuel savings, plus a great high performance sound including Cherry Bomb Pro, Cherry Bomb Elite, Cherry Bomb Extreme (available in traditional Cherry Bomb red), Cherry Bomb Turbo, and the company’s top-of-the-line, most technologically advanced product, the Cherry Bomb Vortex. Additionally, Cherry Bomb offers a wide range of cat-back systems, accessories, and a very popular line of apparel including hats, garage jackets, tee shirts and more.

For more information about the full line of Cherry Bomb mufflers, systems and accessories, visit www.cherrybomb.com or call 866-869-9704.

Auction Matriarch Passes

Many car buffs might not know her name or what she was mostly responsible for, but mention ‘Barrett-Jackson’ and it will all fall into place. Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction lost the last of its founding generation with the death Wednesday, February 10 of Ellen “Nellie” Jackson, 90. The wife of Russell Jackson, co-founder of the 39-year-old Scottsdale auction with Tom Barrett III, Nellie was fondly known as the matriarch of Barrett-Jackson, who, despite her advanced years, was still deeply involved in the event. In January’s event this year, she attended part of the Scottsdale auction, seen in the front row in the enormous main tent.

Born in Pontiac, Michigan, she arrived with her husband in Arizona in 1960, Russ driving his 1934 Cadillac V12 Opera Coupe and Nellie driving a new 1960 Cadillac. She remained fond of that era of Cadillac throughout her life, over the years owning several of the ’59 models with their towering fins, as well as many American classics from the 1930s. Russ Jackson and Tom Barrett met in 1967, when the two classic-car collectors haggled over a 1933 Cadillac that Barrett wanted to sell. They never did agree on a price, but their meeting resulted in a friendship and partnership that spawned the inaugural Barrett-Jackson auction in 1971 in Scottsdale.

Throughout the years, Nellie Jackson was integral to the growth of the collector-car auction from the small-town event that started the run, to the monumental event that it is today. In 2004, she was honoured with Meguiar’s Treasure of the Collector Car Hobby.

After the retirement of the founders, the auction business was operated by the Jacksons’ elder son, Brian, with the assistance of his brother, Craig, who was 14 years younger. Brian died of cancer in 1995 at the age of 49, which suddenly thrust Craig into the leadership role of the huge event. But Craig had his mother’s help, just as Brian did before him. Nellie was known for her sharp business sense and encyclopedic memory of thousands of collector cars’ histories. With her accounting background, she was able to help guide the business as it grew by leaps and bounds. Since 1996, the Barrett-Jackson auction has grown into 2010’s four multi-day events in Scottsdale, West Palm Beach, Las Vegas and now Orange County, bolstered by many hours of live television that are SPEED’s highest-rated programs.

In a recent interview for Phoenix Woman magazine, Nellie said, “Brian ran the auction business until he passed away. Then Craig took over and has really grown the business to what it is today. His dad would be so proud.”

Nellie Jackson is survived by Craig and grandchildren Shelby and Hunter Jackson. August 7, 1919 – February 10, 2010.

A full tribute can be read on the Barrett-Jackson website at:

http://community.barrett-jackson.com/NellieJackson/

JF Kustoms TV

Many of you will remember the article in our March/April 2009 issue covering acclaimed and revolutionary Canadian customiser, JF Launier of JF Kustoms, based in Osoyoos, BC.

For those who don’t, JF received the coveted World’s Most Beautiful Custom award at the 59th Sacramento Autorama in Sacramento, CA in February 2009. Launier’s R’Evolution, the highly-acclaimed 1955 Chrysler Wagon, was chosen for its stylization, high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout.

Not a guy to rest on his laurels, there have been some other significant efforts undertaken. ‘We’ve got a bit of everything… a Shelby Mustang GT500 getting the show car finish, a ‘51 Dodge two-door Business Coupe that looks traditional (til you lift the hood), a ’55 Chev H/T street rod/show car, the Riviera street machine project and a few other little surprises,’ JF explains on his website (www.jfkustoms.com).

At the time, even with the projects underway or simply in the planning stage, it was mentioned there would be some involvement in a TV series. Well – it has happened.

DHS Productions is proud to announce its partnership with JF Kustoms to produce a weekly web-based entertainment show. As of January 15, 2010, you will be able to keep up with one of the automotive industry’s newest rising stars, JF Launier and his crew at JF Kustoms. The show is a short ten minutes per week, but will offer the audience an interesting look at what it takes to be a young Canadian kid in a heavily U.S.-influenced hobby. You will see the trials and tribulations first hand as this team tries to stay ahead of a quickly growing industry.

JF was also last year’s ‘Trendsetter of the Year’ at SEMA – a title not taken lightly. Can the crew stay on top of the bubble? What obstacles have they faced and will stand in their way? With colourful staff, great customers and a busy family life, JF’s show promises to have what it takes to be entertaining and educational.

Check it out at www.jfkustomstv.com

Most of them during this time, like any business, have had their share of growing pains, but for the most part there were very few failures along the way. So when an economic downturn, the size of which hadn’t been seen since the Great Depression, came about in 2009, many thought the floodgates of business failures were about to open. But it hasn’t been the case. Not to say things didn’t slow down to a near-stop at year-end, but most weathered the storm and are ready for a brighter 2010.

Over the past year, there have been a few closures of smaller shops, but the bigger players are still practicing their craft. One exception is Killer Customs in Pitt Meadows, B.C. Blake Foster and Paul Dyck made the decision to dissolve Killer at the end of the year and go their separate ways. That’s not to say they left the industry, though. Foster wanted to concentrate on his successful company, Speed Tech Performance, which supplies Made-in-Canada, full sub-frame and suspension systems for Camaros and Chevelles, while Dyck, who has continued to run Racer’s Decals through the Killer years, now flies under the banner of D.Y.C.K. Design and continues to provide custom graphics and decals for the automotive industry.

So even with all the uncertainty, the industry pushes on. Maybe with a few more dents and alterations, but unlike the majority of industries, the men and women who provide and supply the parts and services are almost all hobbyists themselves. They are the key to the growth of the industry, as it is almost never the case of them seeking to fill their pockets; it’s more about promoting and advancing the hobby.

So if you’ve been planning something new for your ride and have been holding off, show your support for them and give your favourite shop a call...they’ll be happy to hear from you!

It is this passion for cars and performance that was bred into Vince Greco, owner of Monza Auto, a shop named in honour of the hallowed racing circuit. After working as a mechanic for 12 years in his native Italy, Greco moved to Canada and opened Monza Auto in 2001. Located in North Eastern Calgary, Monza provides mechanic services specializing in Porsche, Mercedes, Volkswagen, BMW and Audi as well as all Asian Imports.

If you’ve ever met Vince, you’ll undoubtedly know what an experience it is. He is a man full of energy, fast talking and there’s no beating around the bush as he gets right to the point. It’s refreshing and makes for a unique experience when you have your car worked on, as he happily portrays his passion for all things automotive. His business practices are simple. He believes strongly in customer service to the point that he backs up the shop’s work with a lifetime warranty on labour and three-year warranty on parts. Thats something you just don’t get from your average franchise mechanic.

So what do they do at Monza? While not your typical neighbourhood mechanic, Monza is a certified repair shop that handles basic maintenance issues to major repair jobs and even detailing on any make or model. But don’t be surprised if you see the odd Ferrari or Lamborghini up on the hoist. During the winter, the shop offers winterization packages on top of the basic service they provide. However, come warmer weather, Monza is well known for the customization work they do for others who enjoy their cars as much as Vince. Whether it be big brake kits, suspension upgrades, engine swaps or a new set of shiny wheels, Monza knows why you want to personalize your vehicle, and will work with you to find that perfect look.

No matter what auto related issue takes you to Monza, you can be sure they are dedicated to maintaining a safe and efficient vehicle for you and your family, providing you with honest feedback regarding the proper maintenance of your vehicle. And in return, you will gain a sense of confidence that you expect out of your car or truck.

So whether you need just an oil change, want to winterize your car, or want to do a full high-performance engine swap, check out www.monzauto.com, or you can experience Vince for yourself, either on the phone at (403) 230-2886, or meet him face-to-face at the shop located at 3920 - 3A Street NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 6R4. Either way, it will be an experience you will never forget.
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