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Welcome to the Restoration Journal (Blog)


The Art of Restoration by RBS
When it comes to classic car restoration, the difference between a good build and a great build lies in the details. At Restorations By...
Clariz Melgarejo
Sep 132 min read


How Tariffs Impact the Cost of Automotive Restoration
Restoring a classic or exotic vehicle is already a detailed, resource-heavy process. Every bolt, panel, and part plays a role in bringing...
Clariz Melgarejo
Aug 232 min read


The Art and Economics of Automotive Restoration
When you're restoring a classic or exotic vehicle, the journey isn't just about bringing a car back to life—it's an investment in...
Clariz Melgarejo
Aug 222 min read


Restoration vs. Repair: Why Your Team Deserves the Restoration Approach
In business, the terms restoration and repair are often used interchangeably — but they mean very different things. In the technica l...
Clariz Melgarejo
Aug 92 min read


Built, Not Just Bought: Muscle Car Dreams on a Budget
A Personal Take from Sabra Johnson on Restoring the Cars That Move Us Most There’s nothing quite like the feeling of standing in front of...

Sabra Johnson
Jul 264 min read


Restoration vs. Repair: Why Restoration Is the Right Choice (Even on Date Night)
When it comes to your classic car, the question often arises: Should I restore or repair? The answer lies in your vision, your values,...

Sabra Johnson
Jun 72 min read


Restoration vs. Repair: Why the Long Road Is Worth It — In Cars and in Life
The Fork in the Road: Repair or Restore? At Restorations by Sabra, we’re often asked, “Can’t you just fix it?”Yes—we can repair a classic...

Sabra Johnson
May 72 min read


Restoration vs. Repair: Why You Don’t Just Patch Up a Masterpiece
When It Comes to Classic Cars, Function Isn’t Enough When you own a classic car, you’re holding a piece of history. And the choice...

Sabra Johnson
Apr 102 min read


Why Time and Materials Pricing is the Best Choice for Your Classic Car Restoration
When it comes to classic car restoration, understanding the difference between Fixed Price (FFP) and Time and Materials (T&M) pricing...

Sabra Johnson
Mar 291 min read


Restoration vs. Repair: Why True Classic Car Lovers Choose Restoration
Preserving History or Just Making It Run? Imagine finding a beautifully aged grandfather clock in your attic. The once-polished wood is...

Sabra Johnson
Feb 222 min read
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