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We recently took a few minutes after hours at the V8 Speed and Resto shop to share a look around at some of the classics and muscle cars we’re working on for customers. Our crew demonstrates tremendous talent and they take exceptional care and pride in their work, and we cannot thank them enough for all that they do. We also appreciate our customers for allowing us to work on these cars, some of which are family heirlooms going back many decades and are practically family members themselves. In this video, we take a look at some of the cars in process here at the shop. We’re happy to assist you with your classic or Muscle Car restoration needs with a full-service restoration and performance center and world-class crew.

We offer complete restoration services, including sheet metal replacement, rust repair and fabrication, bodywork and painting, mechanical repairs, engine and driveline swaps and upgrades, dyno tuning, complete upholstery and interior services, and more.

Contact the V8 Speed & Resto Shop with all your Classic or Muscle Car needs today!

817 S. MAIN STREET - RED BUD, IL 62278

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Sweet '57 Thunderbird just arrived at the V8 Speed & Resto Shop for some speedy goodies! @v8speedandresto #v8speedandresto
Posted by V8TV on Friday, August 23, 2019

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The V8 Speed & Resto Shop team is honored to have two 1969 Camaros on display at the amazing “Summer Of ’69” 1969 Camaro display at the 2019 Goodguys Rod & Custom Association PPG Nationals in Columbus, Ohio! The event is hosting some of the most iconic and significant 1969 Chevrolet Camaros ever, in honor of the 50th anniversary of the always-popular ’69 Camaro. The V8-built supercharged LSA powered “Lou’s Change” pro-touring Camaro and the COMP Cams 454 LSX Camaro convertible will both be on hand, and we couldn’t be more excited for the owners and our team as well. It’s a tremendous honor to be included in such an amazing display, and even more-so to have the opportunity to these build awesome cars for great customers. We invite you to come see them in person at this must-see event! #69Camaro #COMPCams #GoodguysColumbus #V8Speedandresto #lovethesecars #thanksfortheopportunity #letsbuildyours!

Two V8 Speed & Resto Shop Built 1969 Camaros Included in Summer Of '69 Camaro Display at 2019 Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, OH

Contact the V8 Speed & Resto Shop with all your Classic or Muscle Car needs today!

817 S. MAIN STREET - RED BUD, IL 62278

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Holley's Sniper electronic fuel injection systems are available for purchase and installation at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop!

These self-tuning fuel injection systems make it easy to convert your Classic or Muscle Car to a modern electronic fuel injection system with minimal changes to the car. High-pressure fuel systems are available for many cars, with custom applications available to convert nearly any vehicle to modern, reliable electronic fuel injection.

The V8 Speed and Resto Shop is an authorized Holley EFI dealer and our technicians are factory trained.

Benefits Include:

- Easier Starting

- Increased Throttle Response

- Better Fuel Economy

- Improved Reliability

- Holley and Rochester Quadrajet Pattern Units Available

You can reach us at 314.783.8325, or fill out the simple form below, and we'll be happy provide applications and pricing info about a Holley Sniper EFI system for YOUR car!

Podio - CRM done right

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Guess the high bid of these three featured cars at the 2019 Mecum Auction in Kissimmee, Florida! Fill out the form below to enter your guess as to the high bid of each! Winners receive a Brothers Collection hat and a V8 Speed & Resto Shop Tee Shirt!

Click HERE to enter!

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This past weekend was the 10th annual Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals event in Chicago. I’ve long said this is the...
Posted by Kevin Oeste on Monday, November 19, 2018

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Posted by V8 Speed & Resto Shop on Wednesday, May 2, 2018

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A new episode of V8TV airs next week, and this time, we're taking you on a trip to the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals in Chicago! This is THE premiere Muscle Car show in the world, and we're dedicating several epsiodes of V8TV to checking out the cars and themed displays at the MCACN show. You won't want to miss it! Check http://www.v8tvshow.com/airtimes for channel and airtime info! Book your trip to the 2017 Muscle Car and Covette Nationals at http://www.mcacn.com today!

MUSCLE CAR AND CORVETTE NATIONALS

November 18 & 19, 20176

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

5555 N. River Rd

Rosemont, IL. 60018

http://www.MCACN.com

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Car Art

We recently recieved a very cool email with a fantastic rendering of the '66 Ford Galaxie 500 7-Litre restored in our shop a few months ago. The letter read:

Boy do I love a 7 Litre Galaxie. My name is Paul Eric and I'm an automotive artist living in Las Vegas.

Saw the cover of the June issue of Hemmings muscle machines and flipped for that beautiful hunk of heavy metal. Inside of 30 minutes I was at my drafting table laying out this illustration! Thought I would share it w/ you.

Thanks, and rock on!

Paul Eric

We were flattered and astonished by the artwork, and wanted to see more. Luckily, Paul sent us more!

Hello Kevin

Thanks for taking the time to view my drawing. I appreciate your complements!

attached are a few of the 50 or so renderings I've completed in the last few years.

The images are approximately 22x28. I have a reference photo from a magazine or book in my archive file (an actual print)

I'll use a piece of color keyed Canson paper, lay out the drawing with an ordinary pencil. then finish out the details & reflections w/ colored pencils. About as low tech as can be! A lot like me!

Kevin, I am a complete cyber moron... no website, no social media. Just my android phone w/ a fantastic camera that I capture the original art with prior to framing. A few of these are commisioned by car owners, mostly I draw for myself. The cars take about 35- 40 hrs. to complete. About a month to finish. I have a great interest in corresponding with you about my craft, and "putting it out there" Fortunately, I work with graphic designers, media experts and photographers that can help me get up to speed! (DBDvegas.com., An event co.) Thank you again for your interest, It was great to hear from you.

Best wishes, Paul Eric.

We hope that sharing these will help Paul get the word out about his craft. Feel free to contact us if you'd like his info for a project of your own.

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V8TV Productions Rev'n

Chattanooga, Tenn. (September 7, 2017) – Rev’n, Luken Communications’ automotive broadcast offering, has further expanded its over-the-top availability by launching its channel on the Roku® streaming platform.

The new channel, available for free in the Roku channel store by searching keyword “Rev’n,” features the ability to stream the network live, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in high definition. In addition to being able to view the network broadcast live, video on demand assets offer viewers the ability to watch Rev’n original series and specials any time they want, with complete season archives and the latest episodes available concurrently.

With this new Roku channel, Rev’n broadens its existing footprint in the over-the-top universe. In addition to its over-the-air broadcast availability and cable carriage in select markets, Rev’n is also currently presented via FilmOn and the Rev’n online stream at www.revntv.com, available for streaming on desktop and mobile.

Matt Winn, Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Officer of Luken Communications said, “Our viewers really enjoy Rev’n programming and having a Roku channel not only allows us to reach more viewers, it gives us a way to provide Roku users even more programming choices. Content available on-demand on our over-the-top platforms give viewers the option to view what they want on their own schedule. This flexibility not only increases the viewer’s experience, it also increases value for our advertisers and program providers. We look forward to increased viewer engagement as we grow the Roku channel and expand into other offerings as well.”

The network, geared towards the performance enthusiast, initially launched as a broadcast diginet on December 1, 2014. Rev’n is dedicated to all things revving including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, events, auctions and more. With proven automotive content such as Stacey David’s GearZ®, Two Guys Garage, Truck U, V8TV, Sam’s Garage, My Classic Car and World of Collector Cars, as well as original special productions offering viewers a behind-the-scenes look into the industry, Rev'n is a hit with gearheads and advertisers alike.

To find Rev’n on Roku, just add the Rev’n channel from the Roku Channel store. For local broadcast and cable availability, visit www.revntv.com.

About Luken Communications, LLC:

Luken Communications offers diverse, family-friendly programming with its collection of networks delivered via a blend of over-the-air, cable and satellite television. The current network offerings include Retro TV, The Heartland Network, Rev’n, The Action Channel, The Family Channel and Frost Great Outdoors (FGO). Luken Communications’ flagship Retro TV was one of the first digital broadcast networks launched in 2005.

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1969 camaro

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cartoon

This is a favorite Tex Avery cartoon called "One Cab's Family" and we were always glued to the TV set whenever it came up in rotation. There is no doubt that the scene where the little cab turns into a speedy hot rod left a mark on us growing up! This cartoon also seems to have inspired the Pixar "Cars" series and is just as entertaining. Now it's back online to enjoy again! We seem to recall another similar story about an airplane... we'll have to look for that one, too!

One Cab's Family (1952) from Batraaf on Vimeo.

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1966 Galaxie 7 Litre

1966 Ford Galaxie Restored by V8 Speed and Resto Shop on Hemmings Muscle Machines Cover

We are honored and privileged to learn that the 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 7-L restored by the V8 Speed & Resto Shop has been chosen for a six page feature - including a cover photo - in the latest issue of Hemmings Muscle Machines Magazine! The entire crew worked very hard on this complete restoration, and we could not be happier to have a future in such an excellent publication as muscle machines. The magazine is a new stands as of April 21, 2017, and subscribers should have there copies already. Check your local new stands to get your copy today!

Click to Contact the V8 Speed & Resto Shop Today to discuss restoring YOUR dream car! 314.783.8325

Click HERE to see the entire build thread on this beautiful Emberglo 428 Galaxie!

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V8 Speed & Resto Shop Street Rod Life Magazine

Our very own Operations Manager Kelle Oeste is featured in the latest Street Rod Life Magazine! Thanks for the article, and thanks to Kelle for always working overtime to help our team build awesome cars our customers can be proud of! Read the article at the link: http://www.streetrodlife.com/print-mag/street-rod-life-2017-spring-print-issue/