TLC Restorations

TLC Restorations For over 20 years, we’ve been building, restoring, and reimagining classic vehicles from the ground up. Our quality and attention to detail is unmatched.

From concourse-level restorations to full restomod and LS-swapped performance builds, we resurrect these cars back to their former glory. Our frame-off nut and bolt rotisserie restorations are always award winning. A Book Can’t Be Judged By It’s Cover. This is never more true than it is in the restoration business. Shiny paint can be done by most any body shop or restoration shop. The trick is wha

t is under the paint. Here at TLC Restorations, we research to the greatest detail to ensure that every nut and bolt is correct. That means even in the places you can’t see. We route every wire exactly like the factory, every clip is in place, every spot weld placed correctly and every seam is sealed. Don’t just take our word for it, look at what our customers have to say. Then look at the cars we have completed. Thanks for taking the time to look over our work. We look forward to hearing from you.

06/23/2026

Some of the most important parts on a restoration aren't the ones you can buy—they're the ones you have to make.

When replacement parts don't exist, we head to the machine shop. Using our Bridgeport mill, we can create custom brackets, spacers, mounts, and one-off components that keep these classic cars moving forward.

This is the kind of work that happens behind the scenes on nearly every restoration project.




⏱️ FROM BARE BODY TO THE BOULEVARD IN 18 MONTHS! ⏱️Anyone who has ever built a custom car knows how easy it is for a pro...
06/23/2026

⏱️ FROM BARE BODY TO THE BOULEVARD IN 18 MONTHS! ⏱️
Anyone who has ever built a custom car knows how easy it is for a project to get stuck in "shop limbo" for years. Not here.

18 months ago, a customer rolled into our shop with a vision, a bare 1970 Chevelle body, and a mountain of top-tier parts. It was the ultimate jigsaw puzzle.

Just last Thursday, he drove it home.

From a completely disassembled shell to a fully finished, turn-key, pavement-shredding restomod in just a year and a half. Our team put their heads down, locked in, and knocked this build out in record time without cutting a single corner.

We couldn't have hit this deadline without the incredible engineering from some of the best brands in the industry. Check out the spec sheet on this beast:

The Foundation: A razor-sharp G-Machine Chassis by Schwartz Performance Inc.

The Stance: High-end custom rollers from Boyd Coddington Wheels

The Cockpit: A gorgeous, ultra-comfortable custom interior by TMI Products

The Heartbeat: A fire-breathing LS3 V8

A massive thank you to our customer for trusting us with his dream build and letting us run wild with it. Now, it's finally where it belongs: out on the blacktop being driven and enjoyed.

Got a project sitting in your garage gathering dust because you don't have the time? Let’s talk. We don’t just build them right—we get them back to you so you can actually drive them.

👇 Drop a comment and let us know what you think of this 18-month transformation! 👇

🚨 PARTS HUNT: We Need Your Help! 🚨Hey everyone, we are neck-deep in a classic restoration and hit a major roadblock. We ...
06/22/2026

🚨 PARTS HUNT: We Need Your Help! 🚨
Hey everyone, we are neck-deep in a classic restoration and hit a major roadblock. We are looking for a clean, usable rear tail panel for a 1970–1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass S.

We are ready to buy immediately—we just need to find the right part!

⚠️ CRITICAL DETAIL (Please Read!):
It MUST be from a Cutlass S (or a base Cutlass/442). A Cutlass Supreme panel will NOT fit. The Supreme has a completely different, notched trunk line and quarters, whereas the "S" has the sleek, fastback-style sloping rear.

Check out the pictures below—we’ve highlighted the exact section and body style we are hunting for.

What we are looking for:

Years: 1970, 1971, or 1972

Models: Cutlass S, Holiday Coupe, Sports Coupe, or 442

Condition: Solid metal preferred (minimal rust/pitting), cuts from a donor car are perfect.

How you can help:

Check your stash: Got a parts car or a graveyard find sitting in the back of the shop?

Tag a buddy: Know a die-hard Olds guy? Tag them in the comments!

Share this post: Even if you don’t have one, hitting "Share" might put this in front of the one person who does.

If you have one or know where one is, drop a comment or DM us directly with pictures and your asking price. Let’s get this classic back on the road!

#442

06/20/2026

Most paint failures don't start with the paint... they start with what's underneath it.

When a car is stripped to bare metal, we immediately seal it with epoxy primer before moving into the bodywork process. Why? Because bare steel starts reacting to its environment the moment it's exposed.

Some shops skip this step. We don't.

Our restoration paint process is designed around long-term durability, not just making a car look good when it leaves the shop. That's one reason we're confident enough to back our work with a 10-year warranty.

Would you epoxy bare metal immediately, or wait until after bodywork? 👇

06/18/2026

A fuel-injected classic is only as good as its tune.

After hundreds (sometimes thousands) of hours spent restoring a vehicle, the final calibration is what brings everything together. Cold starts, drivability, throttle response, idle quality, and overall performance all depend on getting the tune right.

In this reel, we're talking with our tuner, Gary, who we trust to dial in the aftermarket EFI systems on our builds and what goes into making these classic cars run as good as they look.

Are you an EFI all the way or ride or die carburetor?

06/16/2026

Not every task requires the same level of skill, equipment, or expertise—and we believe our pricing should reflect that.

That's why our labor rates vary depending on the work being performed. Whether it's sandblasting, fabrication, assembly, or complex mechanical repairs, we charge based on the process involved rather than using a one-size-fits-all rate.

We think that's a fairer approach for our customers and allows us to deliver the quality your classic deserves.

What do you think—would you rather see one flat labor rate, or pricing that matches the work being done?

06/14/2026

When you think of the 80s, what car comes to mind?

For us, it's hard to beat the 1985 Oldsmobile 442. We recently finished this full restoration and are overjoyed to make another customers dream come true.

Who remembers riding in one of these? 👇

06/12/2026

Some days, a sick ride just rolls into the shop.

Our customer rode in on this bike and we couldn't resist sharing a few videos with you guys!

Had the chance to take a tour of Wegner Automotive over in Markesan today, and man... the sheer amount of high-horsepowe...
06/08/2026

Had the chance to take a tour of Wegner Automotive over in Markesan today, and man... the sheer amount of high-horsepower eye candy in this place is unreal. 🤯

A huge shoutout and thank you to the guys over at Wegner for taking the time to show us around and giving us a behind-the-scenes look at what they have going on. They even let us catch a live dyno pull of one of their motors while we were there, which was absolutely insane to watch!

From bulletproof high-end street motors to full-blown, fire-breathing race applications, these guys are absolute artists with metal. The precision machine work, the custom front-drive setups, and those signature billet valve covers look even better in person.

If you love raw horsepower and flawless engineering, swipe through these videos and photos (make sure your sound is up for the dyno clip!). Absolute masterclass in engine building right here in Wisconsin! 🛠️🏁

06/07/2026

Getting a classic ready for paint is a process most people never see.

This 1969 Chevelle is in the final stages of paint prep. Every panel is carefully blocked, checked, and refined before it ever sees the paint booth.

The quality of the finish isn't determined when the color goes on—it's determined by the hours spent preparing the surface beforehand.

That's the part that separates an average paint job from one that looks right for years to come.


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635 Greenman Street
Milton, WI
53563

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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