Classics & Restoration Editor

Chris Nakamura

Chris grew up helping his grandfather restore a 1969 Camaro and never lost the bug. He covers classic cars, restoration projects, and the restomod movement. He is currently three years into restoring a 1972 Datsun 240Z, which he insists is almost done.

Covers Classic & Restoration 14 guides by Chris

15 guides since 2015

All 15 guides by Chris Latest update first

2026

13 guides published or refreshed

DateGuideRead time
Revised Patina vs. Restoration: Preserve or Repaint? 4 min
Revised Winter Car Storage: A Practical Checklist 5 min
Convertible Top Inspection and Care for Classics — What to Check Before the First Top-Down Day 10 min
Brake System Refresh on a Long-Stored Classic — Bleed Order, Soft-Pedal Causes, and When to Replace Lines 9 min
Revised How to Remove Window Tint Yourself Without Damaging Glass 11 min
Revised Classic Car Restoration Trends That Still Matter 3 min
Revised Most Expensive Classic Muscle Cars and Why Values Climb 3 min
Revised Classic Car Restoration: How to Choose the Right Project Car 8 min
Numbers-Matching vs. Correct-Date — What Actually Moves the Needle at Auction 6 min
Carburetor Vacuum Line and Fuel System Refresh for Classics After Long Storage

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First-Drive Shakedown After Winter Storage — What to Check Before You Leave the Driveway 6 min
Budget Restomod Platforms Under $15K That Are Still Easy to Find 7 min
Sourcing NOS Parts vs Quality Reproductions for Classic Restorations 6 min
2025

2 guides published or refreshed

DateGuideRead time
How to Store Spare Parts, Trim, and Hardware So You Can Actually Find Them 5 min
Restomod or Stock? How to Decide the Right Direction for a Classic 5 min

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