Overhaulin'

What is the best classic car/hot rod magazine out there?

There are several magazines out there on almost every subject. I have become interested in car restorations and hot rod builds, mostly old 60's and 70's classics. I already have one issue of Popular Hotrodding in which the cover article was Build Your First Engine: Save money and wrench it yourself, but it only went so far. I want to learn how to rebuild a car, engine, how to do metal work, paint work, dealing with rust, interior work, ect. Pretty much everything that goes into (re)building a car. Though I know it takes a lot of practice, it's the money that's hindering me from getting my hands dirty. So as long as I can read up on some literature and get a good idea in my mind of what to do and how to do it I'll be a happy camper. If any one has any other suggestions on how to get into the hobby, despite I don't have a car to rebuild, please let me know. I'm open to almost anything right now. PS: Maybe motorcycles would be a better place to start if money was such an issue?

Public Comments

1. Car Craft has a lot of paint and body issues in it and Hot Rod deals with a lot of motor issues. For restoration parts, try going to yearone.com, paddock.com and oem.com.
2. Check out Hemmings cCassic Cars sometime. There are plenty of restoration articles, and the magazine aims to build interest in the classic car hobby by running articles on under-appreciated autos that give enthusiasts on a budget a way to get involved. Maybe you like the looks of a Pontiac GTO but can't afford prices that look as though they belong to real estate. Maybe a 2- or 4-door Tempest or T37 would fit the bill -- maybe even a wagon, just to get you started. There is plenty of tired iron out thefre waiting for someone to restore their good looks. You just need to be open-minded and have some imagination.