Restoration | Restoration and Collision Experts, Inc. (RACE) | 5961 Baltimore Pike Littlestown, PA 17340

1953 Ford F100 Update 2

Body work and initial primer is complete on the hood and doors.

1953 Ford F100 Update 1

The body work is progressing well on this nice F100. Priming the body panels will begin soon to allow for block sanding for a perfectly straight surface.

1953 Ford F100

12/10/25. This 1951 Ford F100 just arrived this week for body work and a complete paint job. We will update this site periodically to show the progress.

1981 Ford F100 Update 8

After attempting to replace the cab mounts it was determined that the crossmember at the rear of the cab was too rusted to save. A new fabricated crossmember was obtained and installed along with the new cab mounts.

1981 Ford F100 Update 7

The bed components are being painted and will be assembled when the bedsides are complete.

1981 Ford F100 Update 6

The painting of the cab is complete as well as the hood, front fenders, doors and front cowl panel.

1981 Ford F100 Update 6

The interior of the cab has been painted in this great looking burgundy metallic color.

1981 Ford F100 Update 5

All of the bed panels are in final prime and will be finish sanded in preparation for paint. We will soon be posting photos of the cab as it is prepared for final prime and paint.

1981 Ford F100 Update 4

The new radiator core support, electric fan and new updated headlights have been installed. The engine bay is painted a nice gloss black per the customer request.

1981 Ford F100 Update 3

We are currently working on replacing the floor and rocker panel patches along with the rear cab corners. The new doors have been hung and adjustments are being made for fit. The radiator core support is being prepared for removal and replacement.

1981 Ford F100 Update 2

With the interior components removed the process of identifying any rust damaged areas has begun.

1981 Ford F100 Update 1

We are starting on disassembly of this 1981 Ford F100 and beginning to prepare for the bodywork phase of the project.

1981 Ford F100

April 25, 2025- We just received this 1981 Ford F100 step side pick up truck from our customer in Southern Maryland.

1972 Chevy Nova Update 5

This 1972 Chevy Nova has been sprayed in this great looking blue color. After completing the paint, the owner elected to complete the trim and vinyl top.

1972 Chevy Nova Update 4

After a final inspection, wipe down and being gone over with tack cloths this 1972 Nova will be painted in the next couple days. (posted October 16, 2024).

1972 Chevy Nova Update 3

This 1972 Chevy Nova will be receiving a black vinyl top after being painted. Originally it did not have the vinyl top option so new trim has been positioned and studs will be installed prior to the trim out phase of the build.

1972 Chevy Nova- Update 2

This 1972 Nova is cut in with an amazing looking blue. After final blocking of the exterior it will be ready for paint!!

1972 Chevy Nova- Update 1

With the body work completed and placed in primer this Chevy Nova is ready for block sanding as we head for paint in the near future.

1972 Chevy Nova- August 2024

We are currently working on this 1972 Chevy Nova. Check back for updates.

1971 Monte Carlo Completed

This beautiful 1971 Monte Carlo was delivered on May 29, 2024 to another great customer who allowed us to complete his Big Block SS 454.

1971 Dodge Challenger Complete

The 1971 Dodge Challenger has been completed and delivered to our customer Mike to enjoy this summer.

1972 Chevy Camaro Update #6

After painting the stripes they are buried in several coats of clear.

1972 Chevy Camaro Update #5

The stripes are laid out and ready to spray with a bright silver which will look great on this blue base.

1972 Chevy Camaro Update #4

The base coat of this beautiful blue has been sprayed. Check out our next update as the clear and striping is completed.

1972 Chevy Camaro Update #3

The 1972 Camaro is cut in and awaiting assembly of the doors, and deck lid before applying the paint on the exterior surfaces.

1971 Monte Carlo Update #6

This 1972 Monte Carlo looks fantastic in this shade of red with pearl undertones. We will post another update as it is trimmed out and the new vinyl roof is installed.

1971 Monte Carlo Update #5

The base color has been applied to this flawless body and we will provide an update shortly on the car after receiving several coats of clear.

1971 Monte Carlo Update #4

Here are some additional photos of the paint cut in of this super sharp 1972 Monte Carlo.

Attention to Detail

At Restoration and Collision Experts, Inc. we pride ourselves in the attention to detail with parts that most shops will scuff and paint. Items like door hinges and smaller bolt on parts like these Monte Carlo headlight surrounds and tail light assemblies are media blasted, epoxy primed and prepped for body color. Every bolt for these pieces are also media blasted for the best finish possible.

1971 Monte Carlo Update #3

The roof is painted and will eventually be getting a new black vinyl top.

1971 Chevy Monte Carlo Update 2

The front filler panel, headlight surrounds, and the tail light assemblies have been media blasted and sprayed with epoxy primer. After being sanded and sprayed with primer they will be painted body color.

1971 Chevy Monte Carlo Update 1 (Continued)

The doors and deck lid are cut in and will be ready to hang for the final exterior paint soon.

1971 Chevy Monte Carlo Update 1

The body has been cut in with the new color and is being prepped for the painting of the exterior.

1971 Chevy Monte Carlo. October 2023

Freshly stripped and primed. This Big Block Monte Carlo is having some body work completed as well as an all over paint job and new vinyl top. This car looked nice when it arrived and will look even better with the color change and fresh trim.

1969 Chevy Camaro Pro Street Nov 2023

We are working on this Tangerine colored 1969 Chevy Camaro Pro Street Car with a few minor body issues. After completing the paint this car will be headed to the Mecum Auto Auction in Kissimmee Florida for the January event.

1972 Chevy Camaro Update 2

With the new door shells and deck lid in place this Camaro is ready for another coat of primer and second blocking. Look for another update soon as it gets closer to a fresh coat of paint.

1972 Chevy Camaro Update 1

The extensive metal work on the rear of this Camaro is complete and we are beginning the body work to get it straight for new paint. The work included a new rear body panel, new trunk floor pan, wheel houses, and new rear floor pan.
Now it is moving forward with getting all the body panels straight for primer and paint.

1972 Chevy Camaro

This 1972 Camaro has been in the shop for extensive rear end sheet metal work to include trunk pan, wheel houses, rear valance panel, rear floor pan, and to address some less than acceptable work done by another shop on a prior visit. These photos were taken when it arrived at the shop. This Camaro will also be receiving an all over paint job. We will keep you posted with updates as they are available.

NHRA Champion Corvette Carbon Fiber Body Update 2

After applying the airbrush graphics the body was clear coated and sent back to the car builder for assembly.

NHRA Champion Corvette Carbon Fiber Body Update 1

At RACE Collision we have access to a nationally recognized airbrush artist Chuck Buckler of Chuck B Designs. Chuck did some incredible airbrush designs on this beautiful race car.

NHRA Champion Corvette Carbon Fiber Body

RACE Collision was chosen to complete the work on this NHRA Champion carbon fiber body for the 2023 season. The task was to smooth all the body panels and to paint it for National events in the 10.5 tire class.

Challenger Update 5

We are coming down the home stretch with this 1971 Dodge Challenger. Our next update will include photos of the Blown Big Block Mopar motor and detail photos of the build.

71 Challenger update 4

This 71 Challenger has all new modern suspension and a fresh coat of paint underneath as well as the exterior.

71 Challenger Update 3

With the Body in a fresh coat of Green Go base and clear our attention has turned to cutting in the doors, fenders and valance panels.

1971 Dodge Challenger Update 2

This update includes photos of the paint process.

1971 Dodge Challenger Update 1

The Challenger is being stripped panel by panel and sprayed with epoxy primer. Small patch panels being fabricated for the left quarter panel.

1971 Dodge Challenger

This 1971 Dodge Challenger is in the shop for a complete restoration. A new engine, transmission, and modern suspension upgrades will be completed . We will be posting additional photos as the restoration progresses.