Jonathan Crist built Chesapeake Classic Restorations from a lifelong fascination with cars, shaped by project vehicles, drag-racing trips, and years working alongside family and mentors. The former Maryland art teacher now leads a team of more than 15 professionals in two large warehouses, where the shop restores classic vehicles and creates custom builds for enthusiasts seeking factory authenticity or modern drivability.
RJ CARS, INCRussell Jacobs founded RJ CARS in 1989 after beginning to restore classic cars at age 14, and his family is now part of the team. The Arkport shop has restored well over 100 vehicles, earning a nationwide reputation for detailed work and clear communication with owners. Its specialty is bringing classic and muscle cars back into working, show-ready condition.ARKPORT, NY
Carlisle Customs & ClassicsFrom its South Central Pennsylvania shop, Carlisle Customs & Classics rebuilds and reimagines classic vehicles through full restorations and highly individualized custom work. The shop is especially known for substantial metal fabrication, smooth bodywork, and show-quality paint, with completed vehicles earning dozens of local and national awards and appearing in custom-car magazines and television shows. Its work also extends to classic-vehicle collision repair and fleet color changes.SHIPPENSBURG, PA
Bonafide Customs, LLCFounded in Napoleon in 2018 by hot-rod enthusiasts Toby Ernsberger and Jerry Borstelman, Bonafide Customs restores and customizes classic cars while servicing vehicles and motorcycles. Its showroom pairs a walk through automotive history with hands-on mechanical, body and paint work, backed by a team claiming more than 200 years of combined industry experience. Bonafide is also an authorized TREMEC reseller and installer.NAPOLEON, OH
RBR RestorationRBR Restoration grew from a father-and-son hobby into a three-generation family business with more than 50 years of restoration experience. Today, its Medford, New York team works closely with owners to bring cherished classic vehicles back to the road, with Ron personally overseeing the paintwork.MEDFORD, NY