We are excited to provide a recap of Original Parts Group's fantastic experience at the SEMA Show, which took place from October 31st to November 3rd. We enjoyed showcasing some incredible vehicles and connecting with fellow automotive enthusiasts. (more…)
Original Parts Group (OPGI) proudly supports Dalton O'Neal's 2023 SEMA Build – a 1967 Cutlass destined for the Battle of the Builders competition. Following his 1971 AMC Javelin debut last year at SEMA, Dalton is gearing up for another awe-inspiring showcase. With his father, Randy Oneal by his side and under the guidance of Darin Smith of DWS Classics, Dalton's journey in the automotive world is marked by his mentorship and passion for cars. (more…)
Hemmings, a trusted source for car enthusiasts, made a list of the 32 best cars to restore (by Richard Lintenello). What's interesting is that Original Parts Group (OPGI) provides restoration parts and accessories for eight of the cars on that list. Picking these cars, like Hemmings suggests, not only makes fixing them up faster and cheaper, but it also lets you own a piece of history that's easy to work on. (more…)
OPGI customer Dushawn Landers' 1970 Olds 442 has rightfully earned the title of "InstaCar" on our Instagram page. Given your keen interest in this vehicle, we're excited to share the pivotal role that OPGI played in its exceptional restoration. Join us as we explore the meticulous craftsmanship and synergistic endeavors that helped turn this iconic vehicle into the masterpiece you witness today! (more…)
Lights, camera, action! Step into the enchanting world of movies, where GM classic cars take on iconic roles and capture our hearts. While not restored by Original Parts Group Inc. (OPGI), these cars in films embody the timeless appeal that OPGI parts bring to life. Before we dive into the epic movies that have etched these GM classic cars into our memories, let's clarify that the vehicles featured in this showcase are for visual purposes, and not the actual cars…
Explore the resurgence of G-Body Classics with us and delve into why these iconic vehicles are experiencing a remarkable rebirth of popularity. From their timeless designs to their performance potential, G-Body classics have captured the hearts of automotive enthusiasts around the world. (more…)
This past weekend, the 35th Annual Seal Beach Classic Car Show was hosted by the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce. It is popularly known as Southern California's most scenic and beloved Classic Car Show. People from all over came to enjoy a day of restored classics as attendees, participants, and spectators. It was definitely one for the books! (more…)
The Oldsmobile 4-4-2 was produced between the 1964 and 1987 model years and became a model in its own right from 1968 to 1971. All standard 1968 4-4-2 engines were painted a bronze–copper color, the 1967s were topped with a fire-red air cleaner. The W-30 option (Oldsmobile's big secret in hopes of finally outdoing the GTO) came equipped with a ram-air option package. It was a "Supercar" released in late '66, and by 1967 the word was out about the muscle…
Watch an OPGI Product Feature on Motortrend's new reality show, Shorty's Dream Shop. Previously known for his talent on Iron Resurrection, custom car legend Javier "Shorty" Ponce and his Texas-based crew build a 1971 Cutlass 442 from the ground up with RESTOPARTS® brand restoration parts and accessories from Original Parts Group. Tune into the Motortrend Network Wednesday, November 30th at 10 pm EST and take a look at some of the top quality RESTOPARTS® you can expect to see in…
Detroit Muscle hosts Tommy Boshers and Joel McMillan guide viewers through restoring and modifying late-model and classic muscle cars each week. Watch for an OPGI Product Feature on POWERNATION TV as the guys demonstrate a step-by-step restoration on a 1983 Hurst Oldsmobile using some of our finest quality restoration parts and accessories. Tune into PowernationTV on Monday, October 24th. (more…)
