New Vintage Automotive

10/13/2023

Not all heros wear capes….some wear suits. Getting the 1969 Kadett Rallye stripped finally

10/03/2023

Cars finally loading up and heading out! Mecum Indy here we come. So much room for activities

10/03/2023

You would think we are painting engines for the Military here
Dark Gray for 68 Kadett Rallye of James Edmonds

Jade Mist 2.4 for Thom Tate
This 2.4 was a brand new engine…pretty amazing to go through it and replace seals and rings to make sure fatigue didn’t set in. Car will be black, but wanted to incorporate the original color somehow into the car

09/21/2023

Getting set up. That Yellow GT glows in the shade!

09/19/2023

Accelerate Yellow, took pictures early morning , but as the sun got hotter, so did the car.

09/15/2023

Shop clean up time, getting ready for a Buick Club of America event, also marking our 14th year.

09/15/2023

Accelerate Yellow, which is pretty close to GM Shock Yellow but with a sparkle and Pearl added…is finally painted. .

09/08/2023

Hiring!!

Now hiring for a full-time position at our restoration shop in Cookeville
Looking for a person with a mechanical aptitude, or mechanic experience that doesn't mind learning about electrical, interior, and disassembly and reassembly of classic cars and parts. Willing to train the right person, as this isn't a typical mechanic job...so on-job training is a must. An all around person is what we are looking for, doesn't need any real certifications, just a good attitude and ready to learn and work on unique projects. Give me a call to set up an appointment or come by the shop at 134 Carr Ave Cookeville, TN 38501 931-252-9245

09/01/2023

Shock Yellow going down…it hard to tell, but outside this color is going to be in your face

09/01/2023

Beginning stages of air conditioning for a 50 Series Opel: These are the Manta/1900/Ascona/Sportwagon. Designing the underdash brackets and layout. Fitting with and without gauges and different consoles. Just prototyping right now, but anticipate a complete bolt in kit Early 2024.
One complete picture is what a GM unit looks like, we will have a similar looking unit

08/30/2023

Progress on a couple GTs, paint on the 70 Chartruese but a new mix…hard to tell but this color is going to scream…you could possibly say you would be in “Shock”

08/25/2023

Prepping cars for October Mecum in Indy

1995 SVT Mustang Cobra 5.0
1 of 449 with Removable Hardtop Convertibles
Last year for the 5.0

08/24/2023

Opel 50 Series Carpet kit going out to a friend
Manta
Ascona 1900
Sportwagon

Not pictured is the passenger side rocker carpet. 10 piece set

Kadett B carpet also possible
1.1 66-72 all models
1.1 automatic 1969-70
1.9 4 speed
1.9 automatic

08/23/2023

That is what 30 carpet padding kits look like folks.

08/18/2023

Parts going out after a good push….

Soon to be back in stock at
Opel GT Source

Opel GT Gusset Kits for the upper and lower control arms.
Opel GT carpet padding kit (Gil doesn’t list this in the catalog, he asks if you want the kit precut or in a roll-everyone goes precut, so he sold out of 20 kits. 20-30 heading to California soon

3 full Wiring harnesses for the Opel GT heading out to customers, and some headlight harnesses. All these items made in the hood ole’ US of A!

08/16/2023

Getting stuff moved around, changing up projects, sending off some stuff, getting close to the finish line on one. Steve’s old car finally in full primer.

08/09/2023

Not sure what is hotter, the 106 degree day in Texas, or my excitement of finally delivering this car

08/08/2023

Me and “Nothing but Trouble” are on our way to Texas for delivery. Will be a hot one down there, but I’d rather deal with the heat and let this one find home.

07/26/2023

You never know what we will get into around here…59 Rolls Royce. Also with future Lundholm legacy

07/19/2023

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/listing/1969-opel-gt-terrace-park-oh-2686001

I'm telling everybody right now, if you are looking for a great GT that is driver quality, and ready to go...this car is it. Now it isn't our top mark restoratation, but mechanically everything is fresh, detailed and ready to go. Original dash that is crack free, interior is clean and renewed as far as seat covers and carpeting, rear items. I think the price is too low, but if you have the money...no question this is the right pick.

1969 Opel GT.  Fully restored Opel GT.  Engine, transmission, seats, interior and new paint.  Work done by New Vintage Auto of Cookeville, TN.  New wheels and tires (not...

07/14/2023

1971 GT leaving today for Texas to be finished by owner.

07/03/2023

Opel GT Used Windshield blowout sale!!!! Used windshields $50.00. No shipping, must be picked up in Cookeville, TN 38501. I may be traveling and if I’m heading your way, you can meet me to pick up a windshield. All glass has small chips, wiper marks, or delamination. Some have a combination of both. This is for the person that just needs a glass, doesn’t care or needs to seal up a parts car, has a terrible glass/cracked. These are very usable, just not good enough for a full restoration. Will fit 1968-73 Opel GT and the Laser 917 kit cars. We are getting full up on these, and ready to move them out. No limits on how many, once they are gone, they are gone

06/29/2023

Heading out to pick up windshields. I decided to build a rack to where they won’t be going anywhere, and will be protected. Most of these will be spoken for. Needed more slots as I’m carrying a few for other people

06/27/2023

Nothing but Trouble is back on the lift for its new engine. I might as well say we’ve restored this car here for as much rework we’ve done.

06/06/2023

Did a little 2.4 break-in today. It has a little bog down at quick acceleration he tuning in will come in the next couple days

06/01/2023

1st swap out is a 70 Cuda 440-6. Will get things corrected and working properly

06/01/2023

1971 GT getting finished up and leaving in July.

06/01/2023

Finally getting on this GT, will be repaint/restoration with 2.4 and T5 transmission. Steve Daniels old car

05/31/2023

A small part of the herd, that we maintain. Haven’t worked on the white Mustang yet, but probably coming up

05/09/2023

Have trailer and will travel

05/04/2023

Have done a lot of work on this 1970 GTO Ram Air IV in the last couple months, also this 61 Pontiac Ventura 421

04/20/2023

It’s what we do. All black on this one, probably the same on the silver Kadett as well

04/20/2023

David M. Poehlein 2.4 getting ready for install. Just out of the paint booth. Chrome valve cover

04/17/2023

1966 Kadett Wagon getting some serious metal work done. Prepping for a new fender on the passenger side

04/17/2023

1970 Opel GT leaving tomorrow. Was in to correct another shops work and rewire

04/17/2023

An opportunity has arrived that doesn't happen often. One of our last completed restorations is for sale. This is a 1968 Opel Kadett Rallye with a 2.0CIH and 4 speed. Originally a California car with a 1.9 and that engine was machined to a 2.0. The car underwent an extensive restoration with countless NOS (New Old Stock) parts, and new interior and rubber. Wheels were re-chromed, every detail addressed. Car is just as nice underneath as it is on top. Don't wait the 2+ years to just get in the door, be driving your dream car this summer for a lot less than you would spend having your car restored or finding one. I've urged the owner to run the car in auction, but we are giving our followers first chance on it. Contact me for more information.

03/30/2023

Stripes are done on the Rallye

03/24/2023

Another GT rolling around Russell Harrison

03/21/2023

Interior on the 1967 Kiemencoupe getting the blacked out treatment. Was able to get it outside today to check over the paint in the sun

03/21/2023

Why coat underneath your restorations? I’ll let these pictures answer that question.